Man sentenced to 54 years in prison for killing 4 people in Glades County DUI crashFirefighters train at old structure on Isles of Capri
GLADES COUNTY Man sentenced to 54 years in prison for killing 4 people in Glades County DUI crash A Fort Lauderdale man has been sentenced to 54 years in prison for a DUI crash that killed four people in 2023 in Glades County.
Firefighters train at old structure on Isles of Capri Firefighters ran into a smoke-filled building as part of their training this week.
WINK NEWS New hope for most common neurological disorder among children More than three million people are living with epilepsy in the U.S. It’s one of the most common neurological disorders among children.
PUNTA GORDA Unmarked Collier County Sheriff’s Office vehicle involved in deadly crash on Oil Well Rd. Two vehicles crashed, including a Collier County Sheriff’s Office vehicle, and one driver died after a crash on Oil Well Road Thursday afternoon.
Today is the deadline for bids on Naples Pier Project Today is the day the bid closes for the Naples pier project, and vendors submitting a bid were at city hall so their packets could be reviewed.
ESTERO Dollar bill predicting Everblades 3-Peat hidden in Hertz Arena ice A dollar bill with the words “3-Peat” was hidden in the ice at Hertz Arena ahead of Florida Everblades’ historic season.
ENGLEWOOD Man accused of owning illegal gambling businesses in Englewood A man has been arrested after allegedly running two illegal gambling businesses in Englewood.
Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel demolition set for July 8 After numerous delays, the demolition of Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel will begin next month. Interior demolition will start July 8, attorney Derek Rooney, who represents property owner Amer Asmar, told the Punta Gorda Code Enforcement Board on June 26.
NAPLES 4 suspected Ulta Beauty thieves arrested after fleeing from Collier deputies Four Tampa residents have been arrested after allegedly stealing from a Naples Ulta Beauty store and then leading deputies on a chase.
WINK NEWS Genetic testing can offer major insight into your health background Genetic testing helps researchers determine whether you have a genetic condition and can help figure out the chances of developing or passing on deadly diseases.
FORT MYERS 3 injured at DS&S Construction in Fort Myers The Fort Myers Police Department is responding to a scene at the DS&S Construction, where three people have reportedly been injured.
WINK NEWS Sheriff: deputies investigating a homicide in Three Oaks Park, shooter at large Deputies are searching for a shooter who killed a man in the Three Oaks Parks community.
The Weather Authority Tracking Invest 95L in the Eastern Atlantic; 80% chance of development The Weather Authority is tracking a tropical wave designated as Invest 95L in the Eastern Atlantic Ocean.
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County Sheriff’s Office unveils LCSO Academy The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has officially announced an academy that aims to set the tone for future training for deputies.
WINK NEWS Recommendations approved for regional superintendents in Lee County The Lee County School District is looking into creating regional associate superintendents, which may impact the future leadership over your child’s schools.
GLADES COUNTY Man sentenced to 54 years in prison for killing 4 people in Glades County DUI crash A Fort Lauderdale man has been sentenced to 54 years in prison for a DUI crash that killed four people in 2023 in Glades County.
Firefighters train at old structure on Isles of Capri Firefighters ran into a smoke-filled building as part of their training this week.
WINK NEWS New hope for most common neurological disorder among children More than three million people are living with epilepsy in the U.S. It’s one of the most common neurological disorders among children.
PUNTA GORDA Unmarked Collier County Sheriff’s Office vehicle involved in deadly crash on Oil Well Rd. Two vehicles crashed, including a Collier County Sheriff’s Office vehicle, and one driver died after a crash on Oil Well Road Thursday afternoon.
Today is the deadline for bids on Naples Pier Project Today is the day the bid closes for the Naples pier project, and vendors submitting a bid were at city hall so their packets could be reviewed.
ESTERO Dollar bill predicting Everblades 3-Peat hidden in Hertz Arena ice A dollar bill with the words “3-Peat” was hidden in the ice at Hertz Arena ahead of Florida Everblades’ historic season.
ENGLEWOOD Man accused of owning illegal gambling businesses in Englewood A man has been arrested after allegedly running two illegal gambling businesses in Englewood.
Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel demolition set for July 8 After numerous delays, the demolition of Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel will begin next month. Interior demolition will start July 8, attorney Derek Rooney, who represents property owner Amer Asmar, told the Punta Gorda Code Enforcement Board on June 26.
NAPLES 4 suspected Ulta Beauty thieves arrested after fleeing from Collier deputies Four Tampa residents have been arrested after allegedly stealing from a Naples Ulta Beauty store and then leading deputies on a chase.
WINK NEWS Genetic testing can offer major insight into your health background Genetic testing helps researchers determine whether you have a genetic condition and can help figure out the chances of developing or passing on deadly diseases.
FORT MYERS 3 injured at DS&S Construction in Fort Myers The Fort Myers Police Department is responding to a scene at the DS&S Construction, where three people have reportedly been injured.
WINK NEWS Sheriff: deputies investigating a homicide in Three Oaks Park, shooter at large Deputies are searching for a shooter who killed a man in the Three Oaks Parks community.
The Weather Authority Tracking Invest 95L in the Eastern Atlantic; 80% chance of development The Weather Authority is tracking a tropical wave designated as Invest 95L in the Eastern Atlantic Ocean.
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County Sheriff’s Office unveils LCSO Academy The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has officially announced an academy that aims to set the tone for future training for deputies.
WINK NEWS Recommendations approved for regional superintendents in Lee County The Lee County School District is looking into creating regional associate superintendents, which may impact the future leadership over your child’s schools.
Every kid looks forward to summer break but they also face the “Summer Slide.” The “Summer Slide” is a term for students who don’t stay mentally engaged over the summer. “Summer slide is a very real thing if students aren’t engaged in the right activities,” said Lori Houchin, Middle School Director for Curriculum and Instruction for the Lee County School District. Even though students aren’t in the classroom, they don’t have to take a three-month break from learning. “Students that attended our enrichment camps scored 30% higher on the baseline than students who didn’t participate in our summer enrichment activities,” Houchin said. “We know that summer enrichment can make a difference.” The Lee County School District is helping students stay educationally engaged over the summer by offering band camps, STEM camps and a variety of other options. “We’ve done a really good job of balancing that, so we have offerings for every need for every student,” said Houchin. Students can even take their Chromebooks home over the summer for some extra educational fun. “We do some contests and things for these students, so when they meet a measure, they get a reward,” Houchin said. Collier County and Charlotte County School Districts also have summer enrichment programs. Collier County is finalizing its offerings, and Charlotte County is offering reading, math, STEM and other enrichment programs. It’s not just the schools offering these programs. The Lee County Library System is also stepping up to the plate by offering a free summer reading program to give kids an adventure outside of their phones. “We try to strategize that we’re helping every student grow over the summer,” Houchin said. “Not lose, but grow.” The Lee County School District camps run throughout the summer. More information on summer programs can be found below: Lee County School District Summer Information Charlotte County School District Summer Information Lee County Library System Summer Reading Program Lee County Library System Calendar of Events