CAPE CORAL Another attempt to discuss Jaycee Park shot down Yet again, the Cape Coral City Council shot down an attempt to discuss Jaycee Park and its changes.
CAPE CORAL NRG Wrestling slams its way into Cape Coral NRG wrestling is hosting its first live event of 2025 with NRG Fully Charged on Saturday, Jan. 18, at Scotty Bierwerks.
Backlash over new state law banning kids from social media From body image issues to bullying and, even worse, depression and suicide.
orlando Gov. DeSantis appoints Ashley Moody for Florida Senator Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has named Attorney General Ashley Moody the next Florida Senator, replacing Marco Rubio.
sanibel Volunteer Expo to be held at Sanibel Community House; nearly 50 organizations in attendance The City of Sanibel is set to hold its Volunteer Expo, an event with nearly 50 organizations aiming to give back to the community.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
the weather authority Cooler-than-average with a few showers possible this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cooler-than-average temperatures with a possible afternoon shower this Thursday.
PORT CHARLOTTE Community grieves as investigation continues into fatal Port Charlotte fire The state fire marshal has yet to confirm whether 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano was the victim of a devastating house fire on Monday night.
Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
NAPLES Naples Pride Fest gets green light from City Council The Naples City Council voted to approve the permit for Naples Pride Fest at Cambier Park.
CAPE CORAL Another attempt to discuss Jaycee Park shot down Yet again, the Cape Coral City Council shot down an attempt to discuss Jaycee Park and its changes.
CAPE CORAL NRG Wrestling slams its way into Cape Coral NRG wrestling is hosting its first live event of 2025 with NRG Fully Charged on Saturday, Jan. 18, at Scotty Bierwerks.
Backlash over new state law banning kids from social media From body image issues to bullying and, even worse, depression and suicide.
orlando Gov. DeSantis appoints Ashley Moody for Florida Senator Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has named Attorney General Ashley Moody the next Florida Senator, replacing Marco Rubio.
sanibel Volunteer Expo to be held at Sanibel Community House; nearly 50 organizations in attendance The City of Sanibel is set to hold its Volunteer Expo, an event with nearly 50 organizations aiming to give back to the community.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
the weather authority Cooler-than-average with a few showers possible this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cooler-than-average temperatures with a possible afternoon shower this Thursday.
PORT CHARLOTTE Community grieves as investigation continues into fatal Port Charlotte fire The state fire marshal has yet to confirm whether 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano was the victim of a devastating house fire on Monday night.
Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
NAPLES Naples Pride Fest gets green light from City Council The Naples City Council voted to approve the permit for Naples Pride Fest at Cambier Park.
Photo by Nicole Michalou on Pexels.com Christmas time is meant to be spent with loved ones; however, you may not want to cook for said loved ones. Here’s a list of restaurants that will be open on Christmas Day: Cape Coral Ariani Ristorante Italiano located on 1529 Southeast 15th Terrace The Boathouse located on 1516 Southeast 46th Street. Front Porch Social located on 4721 Vincennes Blvd. Marker 92 Waterfront Bar & Bistro located on 5951 Silver King Blvd. The Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill located on 5819 Driftwood Pkwy. Ariani Ristorante Italiano, courtesy of Ariani Ristorante Italiano Captiva Old Captiva House located on 15951 Captiva Dr. Bonita Springs Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa located on 5001 Coconut Road Mare Terra located on 28340 Trails Edge Blvd. Milano’s Ristorante located on 26841 S Bay Drive Roy’s Restaurant located on 26831 S Bay Drive Roy’s Restaurant, image courtesy of the restaurant Estero Ristorante Farfalla located on 21301 S Tamiami Trail Fort Myers & Fort Myers Beach Bruno’s of Brooklyn located on 2112 2nd St. Island View located on 1400 Estero Blvd. Kumo Japanese Steak House & Sushi located on 7950 Dani Drive Lighthouse Hotel & Tiki Bar located on 1051 5th St. Margaritaville Beach Resort located on 251 Crescent St. The Prawnbroker located on 13451-16 McGregor Blvd. Sundeck at Lani Kai located on 463 Estero Blvd. Yucatan Beach Stand located on 250 Old San Carlos Blvd. Lighthouse Hotel & Tiki Bar, courtesy of the bar Immokalee Seminole Hotel & Casino located on 506 South 1st St. Naples Alberto’s on Fifth located on 868 5th Ave South Baleen located on 9891 Gulf Shore Drive Bice located on 300 5th Ave. Bistro La Baguette located on 3560 Tamiami Trail Bravo Italian Kitchen located on 9110 Strada Place Brio Italian Grille located on 5505 Tamiami Trail Caffe Milano located on 800 5th Ave. The Catch of the Pelican—The Naples Grand Resort located on 475 Seagate Drive Hogfish Harry’s located on 600 Neapolitan Way Hyde n Chic located on 923 Creech Road Lamoraga located on 3936 Tamiami Trail La Prescheria located on 474 5th Ave. The London Club located on 221 9th Street L’Olivo Ristorante located on 651 5th Ave. Molto Trattoria located on 368 5th Ave. The Oasis’ Christmas Club, courtesy The Oasis The Oasis located on 1046 Pine Ridge Road Ocean Prime located on 699 5th Ave. Osteria Capri located on 387 Capri Blvd. Ria Restaurant located on 2600 Tiburon Drive. Sails located on 301 Fifth Ave. Shula’s Steakhouse located on 5111 Tamiami Trail Sushi Thai Downtown located on 898 5th Ave. Van Van Cuban Cafe located on 2500 Tamiami Trail Vourla Mediterranean Cafe & Grill located on 1860 Tamiami Trail Zen Asian BBQ located on 10823 Tamiami Trail Englewood Boca Royale Golf & Country Club located on 1601 Englewood Road Howards Restaurant located on 70 N Indiana Ave. Irving’s Coffee & Creamery located on 405 W Dearborn Street Port Charlotte Fin Sushi & Grill located on 24123 Peachland Blvd. Celtic Ray Public House, image courtesy of Celtic Ray Public House in Punta Gorda Punta Gorda Celtic Ray Public House located on 145 East Marion Ave. F.M. Don’s located on 201 W Marion Ave. Harpoon Harry’s located on 1200 W Retta Esplanade Unit #55. River City Grill located on 131 West Marion Ave. The Captain’s Table Restaurant located on 1200 West Retta Esplanade.