Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast UniversityMissing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. CREDIT: WINK News Blood stains, broken glass and Valentine’s gifts were left behind at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Everything is as it was the day of the mass shooting nearly six years ago. That’s what hit Lee County school board member Debbie Jordan when she walked the halls with the victims’ parents earlier in October. Jordan was invited by Max Schachter, who lost his son, Alex Schachter, in the shooting. When Jordan was invited to tour building 1200 of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, preserved as the day 17 students and staff were killed in the deadliest high school shooting in the history of the United States, she didn’t know what to think. “It took some convincing of myself to go, you know,” said Jordan. “But I just felt that it was something that we really needed to do.” It’s a devastating day to remember for Schachter after losing his son in the high school shooting. “Alex played the trombone in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Eagle regiment marching band,” said Schachter. “He loved Nutella crepes, and he loved music.” Alex, 14, was in his English class when he was killed. “There’s nothing worse than what we’re going through, and it’s hard every day,” said Schachter. Alex Schachter (right) picture at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. CREDIT: WINK News Schachter told WINK News he never wanted another parent to feel that pain. That’s why he decided to share his pain with the world, hoping leaders like Jordan from all over the country would spread the word about what happened. “I couldn’t save Alex that day,” Schachter said, “but what I can do is bring people through the buildings so that other children will be saved and schools will be saved all over the country.” Jordan said the things she saw and heard would stay with her forever. “You’re walking over the shattered glass. It was shot through and going into the classrooms,” said Jordan. “You’re looking at them and reading all the hopes and dreams that they had. And then– sorry. It’s just very hard as a parent or grandparent or just anybody because now you feel like you know those kids.” RELATED: Congress members tour Marjory Stoneman Douglas, 5 years after school shooting Still, Jordan is grateful to Schachter and the other parents for helping her see the lessons learned from their heartbreak. “It’s just amazing how many mishaps there were when they take you through this,” said Jordan. Jordan explained it validated the safety measures the district put into place in the past few years. “When I walk in our schools, I feel safe,” said Jordan. And while she said safety will always be top of mind, she feels good about the state of our schools. “I pray that every day that, you know, nothing would ever take place here, but I have full confidence in the people that we have that work in the district,” said Jordan.