NAPLES Body found in Collier County retention pond According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, a body was found in a retention pond on Sunday. The body was found on Lindsey Lane.
NAPLES Naples police rescue injured owl outside station Naples police officers took on an unusual task when they rescued an injured owl outside the police department.
PORT CHARLOTTE 2 suspects in custody after allegedly stealing $1500 worth of vapes According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, two suspects are in custody after stealing $1500 worth of vapes early Sunday morning.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: knife attack, robbery at gunpoint and hit-and-run This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a knife attack, a robbery at gunpoint and a hit-and-run on a bicyclist.
FORT MYERS Former Uber driver convicted of rape to be sentenced Monday Felix Torres, a former Uber driver, was found guilty in December of raping one of his passengers and will be sentenced Monday.
the weather authority Sunnier, less humid day in store with highs in the low 70s The Weather Authority says a pleasant day is in store for Southwest Florida, with much more sunshine than we saw on Saturday.
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.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Police department hosts annual Cops and Joggers 5K FMPD hosted the Cops and Joggers 5K event on Saturday. This unique experience takes attendees through the heart of Downtown Fort Myers.
Purple Heart Army veteran receives new home thanks to charity A Purple Heart Army veteran and his family entered their new accessible home on Saturday, thanks to the charity “Homes for Our Troops.”
CAPE CORAL Rain doesn’t stop crowds at 40th Annual Cape Coral Arts Festival For 40 years, the Cape Coral Arts Festival has drawn crowds from across Southwest Florida, showcasing a blend of small businesses from the region.
CAPE CORAL Sports trading card collecting going through “a generational reboot” The hobby of sports trading card collecting has been on the rise since 2020, especially in Southwest Florida with more card shows.
PUNTA GORDA 11th annual short film festival coming to Punta Gorda The Punta Gorda Englewood Beach Visitor Convention Bureau will host its 11th annual short film festival.
the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
NAPLES Body found in Collier County retention pond According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, a body was found in a retention pond on Sunday. The body was found on Lindsey Lane.
NAPLES Naples police rescue injured owl outside station Naples police officers took on an unusual task when they rescued an injured owl outside the police department.
PORT CHARLOTTE 2 suspects in custody after allegedly stealing $1500 worth of vapes According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, two suspects are in custody after stealing $1500 worth of vapes early Sunday morning.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: knife attack, robbery at gunpoint and hit-and-run This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a knife attack, a robbery at gunpoint and a hit-and-run on a bicyclist.
FORT MYERS Former Uber driver convicted of rape to be sentenced Monday Felix Torres, a former Uber driver, was found guilty in December of raping one of his passengers and will be sentenced Monday.
the weather authority Sunnier, less humid day in store with highs in the low 70s The Weather Authority says a pleasant day is in store for Southwest Florida, with much more sunshine than we saw on Saturday.
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.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Police department hosts annual Cops and Joggers 5K FMPD hosted the Cops and Joggers 5K event on Saturday. This unique experience takes attendees through the heart of Downtown Fort Myers.
Purple Heart Army veteran receives new home thanks to charity A Purple Heart Army veteran and his family entered their new accessible home on Saturday, thanks to the charity “Homes for Our Troops.”
CAPE CORAL Rain doesn’t stop crowds at 40th Annual Cape Coral Arts Festival For 40 years, the Cape Coral Arts Festival has drawn crowds from across Southwest Florida, showcasing a blend of small businesses from the region.
CAPE CORAL Sports trading card collecting going through “a generational reboot” The hobby of sports trading card collecting has been on the rise since 2020, especially in Southwest Florida with more card shows.
PUNTA GORDA 11th annual short film festival coming to Punta Gorda The Punta Gorda Englewood Beach Visitor Convention Bureau will host its 11th annual short film festival.
the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
Emmy-nominated actor Richard Thomas, along with academy-award-winning writer Aaron Sorkin, are in Naples to showcase their Broadway production of Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird.” More than 10,000 people are expected to come and enjoy the ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ performance at Artis—Naples. CREDIT: WINK NEWS One of the main characters of the Broadway play is Emmy award-winning actor Richard Thomas. Thomas has been in Hollywood for more than 60 years, known for his John-boy in The Walton’s. “It’s a story of social justice and injustice, the trial of Tom Robinson, who was defended by Atticus Finch, who I play,” said Thomas “So it’s a very rich mix this play, it’s very funny. It’s very sad. It’s very engaging and emotional in lots of ways. And hopefully entertaining.” CREDIT: Artis—Naples CREDIT: Artis—Naples Thomas has been on Broadway tours for two years and says he’s happy to be in the Sunshine State. He hopes those within the southwest Florida community enjoy not only the writing but also the performances. “It’s America’s favorite novel,” said Thomas, “Anytime a play can go across the country and be successful. Makes me very happy. That’s kind of my stealth mission.” CREDIT: Artis—Naples CREDIT: Artis—Naples Thomas acknowledges how audiences will need to ‘adjust’ their minds for the setting of the story. The original book of “To Kill a Mockingbird” is based on the storytelling of Jean ‘Scout’ Finch. Sorkin’s playwriting is shown through the eyes of Thomas’s character, Jeremey Atticus Finch. The story of “To Kill a Mockingbird” setting is in the fictional town of Maycomb, Alabama, in the pre-civil rights era. Jeremey Atticus Finch, a widowed father and an attorney, represented one of the town’s Black residents, Tom Robinson, who was falsely accused of raping a young girl. Atticus agreed to take on the challenge of defending him, despite threats from his community. Two visitors from Massachusetts, Barbra McAllister, and Alex Turkchette, were walking around the Baker Museum, waiting to see Richard Thomas. Hoping to attend one of the Broadway performances during the week. “I just think theater is a wonderful thing and that more people should see it,” said Turkchette. “The controversy should not be the issue. It should be the talent of the people and the play itself.” “People should not be afraid of seeing a play,” said Thomas, “They shouldn’t be afraid of seeing a play with a Social Justice theme.” CREDIT: WINK NEWS CREDIT: WINK NEWS For those interested in seeing “To Kill a Mockingbird,” you can purchase tickets here.