1 dead from deadly intersection crash on SR31 and Bermont RoadBay Street Yard grand opening moved up to Memorial Day weekend
WINK NEWS 1 dead from deadly intersection crash on SR31 and Bermont Road A 21-year-old woman from Sarasota died after a deadly crash involving two cars occurred on State Route 31 and Bermont Road.
downtown fort myers Bay Street Yard grand opening moved up to Memorial Day weekend Bay Street Yard, an entertainment venue in downtown Fort Myers, announced on Facebook its grand opening for Saturday.
A Message from Matt Devitt Welcome to the 2023 WINK News Hurricane Guide. Hurricane season is now here, and for the next six months, the WINK Weather Team will constantly monitor for tropical depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes that could be potential threats.
What to know about evacuating to a shelter during a hurricane If an evacuation order has been issued, officials strongly encourage you to make every effort to leave the area. Evacuation options that may be better than going to a public shelter include:
Dangers of Electricity Following a hurricane, electrical equipment, downed power lines and household wiring can all pose potential hazards if not dealt with properly. Here’s how to safely contend with such problems.
FORT MYERS Police: woman recovered dead after intentionally entering storm drain at Fort Myers County Club A woman who was found naked and wandering inside a storm drain at the Fort Myers Country Club has died, according to police.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for possession of child pornography A man from Cape Coral was arrested yesterday morning for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material.
downtown fort myers Downtown Fort Myers post office fully reopens The downtown Fort Myers post office has fully reopened, having begun retail operations on Wednesday.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Hot Wednesday with isolated storms closer to the coast The Weather Authority is tracking a hotter Wednesday with isolated storms closer to the coast in the late afternoon and into the evening.
Mosquito control boundaries expanding in Collier County New boundaries have been established for the Collier Mosquito Control District, the first expansion in over 20 years.
FORT MYERS BEACH Caught on video: Man arrested at Margaritaville, accused of throwing beer bottles off balcony 23-year-old Connor Thurman is accused of throwing beer bottles off his balcony. When he was asked to leave, he was determined to take his Corona with him.
House passes bill for writing off Hurricane Ian expenses What looked like progress in getting tax relief for Hurricane Ian victims has hit a potential new snag.
FORT MYERS What is Fort Myers doing with its parking revenue? In December 2023, the City of Fort Myers changed its parking system.
Charlotte County taking steps for the future The future is now here in Southwest Florida, and leaders are trying to think ahead and plan for the influx of people expected in the coming years.
FORT MYERS Listen up: irritating noises can hurt your health It’s the sounds you don’t expect that sneak up on you and could leave long-lasting damage.
WINK NEWS 1 dead from deadly intersection crash on SR31 and Bermont Road A 21-year-old woman from Sarasota died after a deadly crash involving two cars occurred on State Route 31 and Bermont Road.
downtown fort myers Bay Street Yard grand opening moved up to Memorial Day weekend Bay Street Yard, an entertainment venue in downtown Fort Myers, announced on Facebook its grand opening for Saturday.
A Message from Matt Devitt Welcome to the 2023 WINK News Hurricane Guide. Hurricane season is now here, and for the next six months, the WINK Weather Team will constantly monitor for tropical depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes that could be potential threats.
What to know about evacuating to a shelter during a hurricane If an evacuation order has been issued, officials strongly encourage you to make every effort to leave the area. Evacuation options that may be better than going to a public shelter include:
Dangers of Electricity Following a hurricane, electrical equipment, downed power lines and household wiring can all pose potential hazards if not dealt with properly. Here’s how to safely contend with such problems.
FORT MYERS Police: woman recovered dead after intentionally entering storm drain at Fort Myers County Club A woman who was found naked and wandering inside a storm drain at the Fort Myers Country Club has died, according to police.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for possession of child pornography A man from Cape Coral was arrested yesterday morning for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material.
downtown fort myers Downtown Fort Myers post office fully reopens The downtown Fort Myers post office has fully reopened, having begun retail operations on Wednesday.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Hot Wednesday with isolated storms closer to the coast The Weather Authority is tracking a hotter Wednesday with isolated storms closer to the coast in the late afternoon and into the evening.
Mosquito control boundaries expanding in Collier County New boundaries have been established for the Collier Mosquito Control District, the first expansion in over 20 years.
FORT MYERS BEACH Caught on video: Man arrested at Margaritaville, accused of throwing beer bottles off balcony 23-year-old Connor Thurman is accused of throwing beer bottles off his balcony. When he was asked to leave, he was determined to take his Corona with him.
House passes bill for writing off Hurricane Ian expenses What looked like progress in getting tax relief for Hurricane Ian victims has hit a potential new snag.
FORT MYERS What is Fort Myers doing with its parking revenue? In December 2023, the City of Fort Myers changed its parking system.
Charlotte County taking steps for the future The future is now here in Southwest Florida, and leaders are trying to think ahead and plan for the influx of people expected in the coming years.
FORT MYERS Listen up: irritating noises can hurt your health It’s the sounds you don’t expect that sneak up on you and could leave long-lasting damage.
Natural waterways made in Lee County (CREDIT: Lee County Government) Those dry summer months are finally paying off, Lee County. The drier-than-usual conditions this year have increased the county’s capacity to handle a rain event. The Lee County Government announced the completion of 41 miles worth of natural, manmade waterways across the county. Drivers should still be prepared for roadway flooding from the potentially severe weather this weekend. Stay tuned to The Weather Authority for updates and download the WINK Weather app for alerts on tornado watches, storm surges and other intense conditions.