Couple’s wedding gift led to lifelong passion, business ownershipGoddard School breaks ground in Estero as franchise expands to SWFL
Couple’s wedding gift led to lifelong passion, business ownership The owners of a popular barbecue food truck fulfilled their dream of owning a brick-and-mortar restaurant, as Jay’s Smokin BBQ preps for its soft opening Nov. 13 at 10175 Tamiami Trail in Punta Gorda.
Goddard School breaks ground in Estero as franchise expands to SWFL Matt Speranza and Dave Horrell each changed the trajectory of their lives, shifting to figuratively painting the potential of children from literally selling paint.
2 teens accused of Hendry homicide will be charged as adults The family of a 16-year-old girl is one step closer to getting justice as the two suspects in her murder will be charged as adults.
FEMA faces scrutiny after message sent to skip homes with Trump signs FEMA is facing accusations of bias as a message sent by an employee emerged telling them to skip Trump supporter homes following a hurricane.
NAPLES Naples man sentenced to 5 years for possessing child sexual abuse images A Naples man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for possessing child sexual abuse material.
Charlotte County Transit launches Charlotte Rides Mobile app Charlotte County Transit’s Charlotte Rides Mobile App is now available for download from the Apple iTunes app store and the Android Google Play store.
villas Lee County Domestic Animal Services to host Pet Fest with Santa Lee County Domestic Animal Services will host its annual Pet Fest and photos with Santa.
CAPE CORAL Man accused of DUI after crashing into police vehicle in Cape Coral A man has been arrested for driving under the influence after allegedly crashing into a Cape Coral police vehicle.
WINK NEWS 1 transported after crash in Collier County results in submerged SUV The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash between two vehicles that led to one being submerged, injuring the driver.
WINK NEWS Bullets hit Spirit flight in Haiti coming from Fort Lauderdale Three airlines have canceled flights to Haiti after gunfire hit a Spirit Airlines plane coming from Fort Lauderdale as it tried to land on the island.
Overnight work on Caloosahatchee Bridge SB causes slowdowns Drivers traveling southbound lanes on the Caloosahatchee Bridge should expect to experience slowdowns due to overnight construction.
The Weather Authority Hot with near-record highs expected for your Tuesday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking near-record-high temperatures along with drier conditions on this Tuesday.
FORT MYERS SHORES FEMA’s impact on retired teacher in Fort Myers Shores A teacher in Fort Myers Shores worries she could lose it all because of FEMA’s requirements to repair her home after Hurricane Milton.
Florida leaders rally as Marco Rubio’s Secretary of State role looks likely From representing Florida in the U.S. Senate to representing America on the world stage.
FORT MYERS Security concerns continue at Downtown Fort Myers apartment complex Apartments trashed and a lack of security to stop it. People who live at West End City Walk in downtown Fort Myers say this has been their reality in recent weeks.
Couple’s wedding gift led to lifelong passion, business ownership The owners of a popular barbecue food truck fulfilled their dream of owning a brick-and-mortar restaurant, as Jay’s Smokin BBQ preps for its soft opening Nov. 13 at 10175 Tamiami Trail in Punta Gorda.
Goddard School breaks ground in Estero as franchise expands to SWFL Matt Speranza and Dave Horrell each changed the trajectory of their lives, shifting to figuratively painting the potential of children from literally selling paint.
2 teens accused of Hendry homicide will be charged as adults The family of a 16-year-old girl is one step closer to getting justice as the two suspects in her murder will be charged as adults.
FEMA faces scrutiny after message sent to skip homes with Trump signs FEMA is facing accusations of bias as a message sent by an employee emerged telling them to skip Trump supporter homes following a hurricane.
NAPLES Naples man sentenced to 5 years for possessing child sexual abuse images A Naples man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for possessing child sexual abuse material.
Charlotte County Transit launches Charlotte Rides Mobile app Charlotte County Transit’s Charlotte Rides Mobile App is now available for download from the Apple iTunes app store and the Android Google Play store.
villas Lee County Domestic Animal Services to host Pet Fest with Santa Lee County Domestic Animal Services will host its annual Pet Fest and photos with Santa.
CAPE CORAL Man accused of DUI after crashing into police vehicle in Cape Coral A man has been arrested for driving under the influence after allegedly crashing into a Cape Coral police vehicle.
WINK NEWS 1 transported after crash in Collier County results in submerged SUV The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash between two vehicles that led to one being submerged, injuring the driver.
WINK NEWS Bullets hit Spirit flight in Haiti coming from Fort Lauderdale Three airlines have canceled flights to Haiti after gunfire hit a Spirit Airlines plane coming from Fort Lauderdale as it tried to land on the island.
Overnight work on Caloosahatchee Bridge SB causes slowdowns Drivers traveling southbound lanes on the Caloosahatchee Bridge should expect to experience slowdowns due to overnight construction.
The Weather Authority Hot with near-record highs expected for your Tuesday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking near-record-high temperatures along with drier conditions on this Tuesday.
FORT MYERS SHORES FEMA’s impact on retired teacher in Fort Myers Shores A teacher in Fort Myers Shores worries she could lose it all because of FEMA’s requirements to repair her home after Hurricane Milton.
Florida leaders rally as Marco Rubio’s Secretary of State role looks likely From representing Florida in the U.S. Senate to representing America on the world stage.
FORT MYERS Security concerns continue at Downtown Fort Myers apartment complex Apartments trashed and a lack of security to stop it. People who live at West End City Walk in downtown Fort Myers say this has been their reality in recent weeks.
The Charity Pros While the future of the Lee Civic Center is still being thought out, The Charity Pros, a non-profit group, believes it has a great idea to redevelop the property. The organization, a 501(c)(3), put together an in-depth plan to redevelop the Lee Civic Center into an 18,000-seat amphitheater and entertainment venue. The Charity Pros believes the change would result in an “economic boom” for Southwest Florida. Where does the Civic Center Stand now? According to a spokeswoman with the county: “Staff is currently working with commissioners and the community to present options for long-term uses of the site. This has involved a public meeting in August, which WINK/Gulfshore Business covered, and a community-wide survey. Next up, there will be a Board workshop in early December where staff makes a presentation and the commissioners have a discussion about uses and potential plans.” A county spokesperson told WINK News the county has never approved a plan for Charity Pros or any other entity to put an amphitheater at the Civic Center site. “What has occurred are a few informal conversations with Charity Pro, some staff members and individual commissioners. That’s the extent of it,” said a county spokesperson in an email. “The property has been basically a rotation of RV shows and gun shows and the fair for the last decade, you know, we want the entire community to use these 100 acres out here,” said Brad Maloney, one of the founding members of The Charity Pros. The Charity Pros said its plan includes renderings, costs and benefits. Based on the numbers the Charity Pros have put together, they figure the new venue will bring at least $1 million per year for the county, entice major acts to the venue, increase attendance at the fair and be a huge benefit to the 4-H, which uses the fairgrounds. When WINK News asked how this project would be paid for, Maloney said The Charity Pros has private investors and donors that are very interested in getting involved. “We’re not asking the county to pay for this in any way. There will be no taxpayer money involved,” said Maloney.