TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
Easter weekend is celebrated all over Southwest Florida for a day filled with fun events for the whole family to enjoy. On Sunday and the days close to Easter, there will be events in each county offering egg hunts, festivals, bunny photos and more. Here are some Easter events happening in Southwest Florida: Lee County 4th Annual Easter Festival & All Day Egg Hunt at Springtime Farms Hosted By: Springtime Farms March 2-31, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 10761 Aqua Vista Drive, North Fort Myers, FL 33917 Bridgetown at Plantation Spring Family Fest Hosted By: Bridgetown at the Plantation March 30, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Bridgetown Amenities Center 11749 Kingsbridge Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Doggie Easter Egg Hunt Hosted By: SWFL K9 Services March 30, 1 p.m. 6230 Mellow Dr, North Fort Myers, FL 33917 $20 donation suggested Easter Eggstravaganza Hosted By: Grace Church March 30, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. 13 SE 21st Place, Cape Coral, FL 33990 Charlotte County Easter Eggstravaganza Hunt Hosted By: Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County March 30, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. 4033 Beaver Lane, Port Charlotte, FL 33952 Annual Easter Egg Hunt Hosted By: The Power of God Ministries March 30, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. 18316 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte, FL 33948 Easter Weekend Family Fun Event Hosted by: New Day Christian Church March 30, 2 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Port Charlotte Campus back lawn 20212 Peachland Blvd., Port Charlotte, FL 33954 60th Annual Easter Hippity Hoppity Hopalong Hosted By: Charlotte County Community Services Centennial Park Recreation Center March 30, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. 1120 Centennial Blvd., Port Charlotte, FL 33953 Collier County Spring Jubilee! Hosted By: The City of Marco Island Parks and Recreation March 30, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Frank E. Mackle Community Park 1361 Andalusia Terrace, Marco Island, FL 34145 Easter Egg Hunt at First Naples Church Hosted By: First Naples Church March 27, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Corner of Livingston and Orange Blossom 3000 Orange Blossom Dr., Naples, FL 34109 Easter Bunny Meet & Greet Hosted By: Seed to Table March 29, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. 4835 Immokalee Rd, Naples, FL 34110 Hendry County Easter Egg Hunt Hosted By: Caloosa Baptist Church March 30, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. 137 Church Way, LaBelle, FL 33935 Blueberry Bunch Farm Easter Egg Hunt Hosted By: Blueberry Bunch Farm April 4, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. 2754 Howard Rd., LaBelle, Florida 33935 Easter Egg Hunt & Pictures with Easter Bunny Hosted By: Athletic Ambitions March 29, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sissy’s Athletic Ambitions 875 Industrial Blvd, Labelle, FL 33935, United States Non-members: $10, Members: $5 DeSoto County 1st Annual Hoppin’ For Homes Adult Egg Hunt Hosted By: Arcadia-DeSoto Habitat for Humanity Adults Only, benefitting Habitat March 29, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Arcadia Main Street office 22 Polk Ave., Arcadia, FL 34266 Brunch with Bunny Hosted By: Rosé Café & Bakery March 29, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. 12 N Desoto Ave., Arcadia, FL 34266 If there’s an Easter event near you, send us the information at Tips@winknews.com, and we’ll post it here to share the holiday with the community!