Fort Myers community comes together for Thanksgiving turkey giveawayLCSO: Shooting Investigation underway in North Fort Myers
FORT MYERS Fort Myers community comes together for Thanksgiving turkey giveaway This time of year is especially stressful for people who are struggling financially. Adding all the holiday expenses on top of rent, food and basic necessities can leave people feeling anxious and off balance.
NORTH FORT MYERS LCSO: Shooting Investigation underway in North Fort Myers The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident in North Fort Myers on Saturday.
FORT MYERS Driver arrested after fleeing police, causing multi-car crash in Fort Myers The Fort Myers Police Department has arrested a man accused of causing a multi-car crash in Fort Myers.
Chilly morning and a cool Saturday afternoon with lots of sunshine The Weather Authority says the weekend is starting off nice and chilly, with temperatures in the 40s and 50s across Southwest Florida.
WINK NEWS SWFL Scoreboard: High School Football Regional Semifinals It’s the regional semifinal round of high school football in Southwest Florida. Check out the scores and highlights.
FORT MYERS BEACH New information on why FEMA put Fort Myers Beach on probation FEMA was sure to lay it out in a letter. Out of the five points listed, three areas need work on Fort Myers Beach to re-apply for the flood insurance discount.
CAPE CORAL Exclusive: Cape Coral Police Chief speaks out on hate crime incident New exclusive surveillance video shows the moment a Cape Coral home is vandalized. The suspects painted racial slurs on the wall in red paint. WINK News broke this story on Wednesday.
CAPE CORAL New police precincts coming to Cape Coral The Cape Coral Police Department is adding new precincts around the city. The reason? Growth.
Vietnam veteran’s unique service animal companion When we think of service animals, dogs usually come to mind, but it’s not just dogs that help people navigate through their challenges.
NAPLES Gulfshore Life’s Men and Women of the Year award honoree: John Cooney It’s one thing to be philanthropic and help our community. It’s another to provide so much help and want absolutely nothing in return, not even your name mentioned.
FORT MYERS Dunbar High principal named Lee County Principal of the Year Carl Burnside was the last to find out Friday morning that he was selected as Lee County Schools Principal of the Year for 2025.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach businesses excited for increased season traffic Those on Fort Myers Beach are excited for the town to return to normal. Businesses are ready to accept snowbirds and residents again.
CAPE CORAL Mom faces DUI charge after crash during pick-up at Oasis High School A crash in the pick-up line at Oasis High School led Cape Coral police to a DUI investigation.
Rethinking daily Asprin intake Many of us have heard the saying, “An aspirin a day keeps the doctor away,” but new research shows that taking aspirin every day might not be as good for you as we once thought.
NAPLES Embezzlement investigation in Naples WINK News is looking into claims of embezzlement in the Naples government.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers community comes together for Thanksgiving turkey giveaway This time of year is especially stressful for people who are struggling financially. Adding all the holiday expenses on top of rent, food and basic necessities can leave people feeling anxious and off balance.
NORTH FORT MYERS LCSO: Shooting Investigation underway in North Fort Myers The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident in North Fort Myers on Saturday.
FORT MYERS Driver arrested after fleeing police, causing multi-car crash in Fort Myers The Fort Myers Police Department has arrested a man accused of causing a multi-car crash in Fort Myers.
Chilly morning and a cool Saturday afternoon with lots of sunshine The Weather Authority says the weekend is starting off nice and chilly, with temperatures in the 40s and 50s across Southwest Florida.
WINK NEWS SWFL Scoreboard: High School Football Regional Semifinals It’s the regional semifinal round of high school football in Southwest Florida. Check out the scores and highlights.
FORT MYERS BEACH New information on why FEMA put Fort Myers Beach on probation FEMA was sure to lay it out in a letter. Out of the five points listed, three areas need work on Fort Myers Beach to re-apply for the flood insurance discount.
CAPE CORAL Exclusive: Cape Coral Police Chief speaks out on hate crime incident New exclusive surveillance video shows the moment a Cape Coral home is vandalized. The suspects painted racial slurs on the wall in red paint. WINK News broke this story on Wednesday.
CAPE CORAL New police precincts coming to Cape Coral The Cape Coral Police Department is adding new precincts around the city. The reason? Growth.
Vietnam veteran’s unique service animal companion When we think of service animals, dogs usually come to mind, but it’s not just dogs that help people navigate through their challenges.
NAPLES Gulfshore Life’s Men and Women of the Year award honoree: John Cooney It’s one thing to be philanthropic and help our community. It’s another to provide so much help and want absolutely nothing in return, not even your name mentioned.
FORT MYERS Dunbar High principal named Lee County Principal of the Year Carl Burnside was the last to find out Friday morning that he was selected as Lee County Schools Principal of the Year for 2025.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach businesses excited for increased season traffic Those on Fort Myers Beach are excited for the town to return to normal. Businesses are ready to accept snowbirds and residents again.
CAPE CORAL Mom faces DUI charge after crash during pick-up at Oasis High School A crash in the pick-up line at Oasis High School led Cape Coral police to a DUI investigation.
Rethinking daily Asprin intake Many of us have heard the saying, “An aspirin a day keeps the doctor away,” but new research shows that taking aspirin every day might not be as good for you as we once thought.
NAPLES Embezzlement investigation in Naples WINK News is looking into claims of embezzlement in the Naples government.
Southwest Florida Mother’s Day celebration. (CREDIT: WINK News) Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate and honor the love and sacrifices of mothers. The day, which is this Sunday, inspires local communities to hold events ranging from gatherings to community-wide celebrations, highlighting the appreciation for mothers. Here are some special events focused on the main ladies in your life that are happening across Southwest Florida: Lee County Mother’s Day Brunch | Kids’ Free Tickets Enjoy a day of baseball and brunch! Game starts at 12:05 p.m. Hosted by Fort Myers Mighty Mussels 14100 6 Mile Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33912 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mommy and Me Mother’s Day Gathering Spend quality time with your mom and enjoy lovely hors d’oeuvres together. Hosted by Perfect-Date Arrangements 2502 Second Street Fort Myers, FL 33901 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mother’s Day Endless Mimosa Cruise Second annual Mother’s Day sightseeing cruise with bottomless mimosas. Hosted by Vichino’s Cafe & Wine Bar 27598 Marina Pointe Dr, Bonita Springs, FL 34134 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Charlotte County Mother’s Day Buffet Includes complimentary mimosa for moms! Hosted by Wyvern Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection 101 E Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mother’s Day Bash Second annual Mother’s Day Bash. One complimentary glass of champagne! Hosted by Bashment Event Center 1700 Tamiami Trail, Unit B-1, Port Charlotte, FL, 33953 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Mother’s Day with Comedian Maryellen Hooper Maryellen Hooper has appeared on several late-night talk shows, including “The Tonight Show” with Jay Leno. Hosted by Visani Restaurant and Comedy Theater 2400 Kings Highway, Port Charlotte, FL 33980 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Collier County Boxes and Blooms Mother’s Day Workshop Fresh spring-inspired take on their classic centerpiece box DIY workshop. Hosted by AR Workshop 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd #150, Naples, FL 34109 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Celebrate Mom at the Garden! Mothers and Grandmothers receive complimentary admission. Hosted by Naples Botanical Garden 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples, FL 34112 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bouquets & Bubbly for Mom Visit the vintage Italian Piaggio mobile bar for a complimentary glass of prosecco. Hosted by Mercato 9110 Strada Pl, Naples, FL 34108 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. DeSoto County Mother’s Day Bellydancing Class Learn basic moves to rhythm and dance with a veil. Hosted by Historic Heard Opera House 106 W. Oak St., 34266, Arcadia, FL United States 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.