16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier CountyNew bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
PUNTA GORDA Woman in Punta Gorda shooting charged with 2nd degree murder A woman in a homicide investigation on Nasturtium Drive in Punta Gorda has been charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Lee County mother continuing fight to get children a bus stop The school district already told her she lives too close to the school to qualify for a bus route but she has not given up.
NORTH NAPLES Grant Thornton Invitational returns to Tiburon Golf Club Stars on the PGA and LPGA Tours are back in Southwest Florida for the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club.
FORT MYERS Black Flag brings classic punk energy to The Ranch in Fort Myers Legendary punk band Black Flag made their mark in Southwest Florida during the Fort Myers stop of their “First Four Years” tour.
Charlotte Technical College breaks ground on aviation facility The Charlotte County School District is flying high and keeping its “Space Academy” designation with a new aviation training facility for students.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection with Cape Coral home invasion The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the arrest of one of three men suspected in a home invasion that took place earlier this month.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents react to $100M North Cape land deal The city of Cape Coral is seeing two projects that will change the city. One is called one of the most lucrative deals in county history.
Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association breaks ground on new Fort Myers headquarters As Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association’s president pointed out, about 1,000 people are still moving to Florida every day, and many of them are finding their way to Southwest Florida.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County drug trafficker sentenced to 10 years A Charlotte County man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking.
lehigh acres ‘How to sign away parental rights?’; Lehigh Acres woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
PUNTA GORDA Woman in Punta Gorda shooting charged with 2nd degree murder A woman in a homicide investigation on Nasturtium Drive in Punta Gorda has been charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Lee County mother continuing fight to get children a bus stop The school district already told her she lives too close to the school to qualify for a bus route but she has not given up.
NORTH NAPLES Grant Thornton Invitational returns to Tiburon Golf Club Stars on the PGA and LPGA Tours are back in Southwest Florida for the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club.
FORT MYERS Black Flag brings classic punk energy to The Ranch in Fort Myers Legendary punk band Black Flag made their mark in Southwest Florida during the Fort Myers stop of their “First Four Years” tour.
Charlotte Technical College breaks ground on aviation facility The Charlotte County School District is flying high and keeping its “Space Academy” designation with a new aviation training facility for students.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection with Cape Coral home invasion The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the arrest of one of three men suspected in a home invasion that took place earlier this month.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents react to $100M North Cape land deal The city of Cape Coral is seeing two projects that will change the city. One is called one of the most lucrative deals in county history.
Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association breaks ground on new Fort Myers headquarters As Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association’s president pointed out, about 1,000 people are still moving to Florida every day, and many of them are finding their way to Southwest Florida.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County drug trafficker sentenced to 10 years A Charlotte County man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking.
lehigh acres ‘How to sign away parental rights?’; Lehigh Acres woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby.
CREDIT: WINK NEWS Many people in Southwest Florida have been recognized for their community involvement, but it’s not everyday you hear an individual is being recognized by royalty. On Feb. 11, 2024, 13 people were inducted into the Sacred Military Constantinian Order of Saint George and the Royal Order of Francis I. CREDIT: WINK NEWS Included in the list: Peter Caparso David Gibbons Ralph Stayer Denise Cobb Rick Inatome Heidi Huizenga Frankie Valli William Albanese Joseph Conte George Keys Nicholas Mastroianni Ronald Sachs Brian Wroblewski Gulfshore Life Culture & Arts Reporter Jacquelyn Kisic attended Sunday’s knighting and had the chance to ask a few of the Knights and Dames about how it feels to receive this high honor. The inductees represent some of the most prominent people in the area – recognized for their works of charity and service in all areas of society. CREDIT: WINK NEWS Denise Cobb “I just always wanted to give back,” said Denise Cobb. “Plus, this community really needed social services for children, because tax dollars does not cover that in this (Collier) county.” Cobb, named Dame of Sacred Military Constantinian Order of Saint George, has made it her mission to help children. “The qualifications they tell me are to give back, philanthropy, and to make a mark in some profession,” explained Cobb. “It is such an honor to even be nominated.” She has served on the boards of the Guadalupe Center of Immokalee, the Boys-and-Girls Club of Collier County. She serves on the National Board of Pace Center for Girls. She and her husband Brian are founders of the Naples Children & Education Foundation/Naples Winter Wine Festival. Cobb was recognized as Woman of the Year by Gulfshore Life and serves as President of the magazine’s Community Advisory Board. Ralph Stayer “We believe that god put us here for a reason, which is to help others the same way we were helped,” added Knight Ralph Stayer. You may not recognize Ralph Stayer’s name, but his company might ring a bell. He started Johnsonville Sausage. Among his decades of accomplishments, he served as Festival Chair for the 2024 Naples Winter Wine Festival. The auction raised a record-breaking $33 Million for Collier County children. CREDIT: WINK NEWS Frankie Valli At The Ritz-Carlton, Naples the party continued. Frankie Valli, became a Knight of the Royal Order of Francis I. “I wish everyone’s life could be fulfilled just as much as mine has been. everybody be happy and healthy,” added 89-year-old Valli. Valli’s biography stated he “came to fame in 1962 as the lead singer of the Four Seasons. Thanks to the volcanic success of the Tony-winning musical Jersey Boys, which chronicles the life and times of Frankie and his legendary group, such classic songs as “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “Rag Doll,” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” are all the rage all over again.” Rick Inatome And, Naples resident and Detroit native Rick Inatome, a prominent entrepreneur, investor and founder of two multibillion tech companies, was also selected by the Royal Order of Francis I to be inducted into knighthood.