Collier County Teachers Union to meet and negotiate salariesPolice report: witnesses say fatal Firestone tire explosion caused by overinflation
WINK NEWS Collier County Teachers Union to meet and negotiate salaries Collier County teachers brace for their third day of salary negotiations as those living within the area struggle financially.
Police report: witnesses say fatal Firestone tire explosion caused by overinflation The Cape Coral Police Department has released its report regarding a tire explosion that killed a man at a Firestone garage on Sunday.
NAPLES Voters meet with Collier County candidates It was a packed house at Seed to Table on Tuesday night as Collier County voters met with the candidates running to represent them.
FORT MYERS Texas Roadhouse honors memory of five teenagers lost in tragic crash It has been one year since the tragic crash that took the lives of five teenagers on Top Golf Way in Lee County.
CAPE CORAL Locals react to Wade Wilson jury recommendation Wade Wilson, the man found guilty of killing two innocent women, has his life in the hands of a jury and judge. In less than two hours on Tuesday – the jury came to their decision.
FORT MYERS Austan Cristiaan talks joining Bishop Verot and first D-1 offers Quarterback Austan Cristiaan talks about joining Bishop Verot for his freshman season and securing his first two D-1 offers.
FL researchers testing Zika virus to fight childhood brain cancer Neuroblastoma is one of the deadliest childhood cancers. Now, a team of researchers out of Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando are taking a novel approach to wipe out disease. Their studies involve the use of the Zika virus.
FORT MYERS Community Redevelopment Agency seeks public input for Cleveland Avenue project Mayor Kevin Anderson said Tuesday was an opportunity for the Community Redevelopment Agency and leaders to hear what the public thinks this redevelopment should look like.
FGCU professor agrees with US Surgeon General: gun violence is a public health crisis Gun violence: We’ve seen it here firsthand in southwest Florida. Many agree gun violence is a growing problem in the United States. Now, the U.S. Surgeon General is calling it a crisis.
Charlotte County Charlotte County now requiring condo and co-op inspections for building 25-years or older On the 3-year anniversary of the Champlain Towers South building collapse in Surfside, FL, many look to remember those lost and continue to learn from the tragedy.
FORT MYERS A third diamond interchange on its way to Southwest Florida The third iteration of a construction project that strikes fear into some drivers could be a tell-tell sign about the trends of Southwest Florida.
NAPLES Naples practice comes under fire from a former employee A Naples dermatology practice acknowledges it had issues when it first opened two years ago but says those issues are now behind them.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral hosts more FEMA hearings Red tags are rearing their ugly head. Cape Coral homeowners who were slapped with these tags and found non-compliant with city code permits are back to defend themselves.
4 local music shows to choose from in one day If you’re an indecisive local music fan, Friday will be a tough day for you.
FORT MYERS Walt Wesley Way unveiled in honor of local legend Take a drive down Lincoln Blvd. in Fort Myers and you will notice above the street sign is another that reads ‘Honorary Walt Wesley Way.’
WINK NEWS Collier County Teachers Union to meet and negotiate salaries Collier County teachers brace for their third day of salary negotiations as those living within the area struggle financially.
Police report: witnesses say fatal Firestone tire explosion caused by overinflation The Cape Coral Police Department has released its report regarding a tire explosion that killed a man at a Firestone garage on Sunday.
NAPLES Voters meet with Collier County candidates It was a packed house at Seed to Table on Tuesday night as Collier County voters met with the candidates running to represent them.
FORT MYERS Texas Roadhouse honors memory of five teenagers lost in tragic crash It has been one year since the tragic crash that took the lives of five teenagers on Top Golf Way in Lee County.
CAPE CORAL Locals react to Wade Wilson jury recommendation Wade Wilson, the man found guilty of killing two innocent women, has his life in the hands of a jury and judge. In less than two hours on Tuesday – the jury came to their decision.
FORT MYERS Austan Cristiaan talks joining Bishop Verot and first D-1 offers Quarterback Austan Cristiaan talks about joining Bishop Verot for his freshman season and securing his first two D-1 offers.
FL researchers testing Zika virus to fight childhood brain cancer Neuroblastoma is one of the deadliest childhood cancers. Now, a team of researchers out of Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando are taking a novel approach to wipe out disease. Their studies involve the use of the Zika virus.
FORT MYERS Community Redevelopment Agency seeks public input for Cleveland Avenue project Mayor Kevin Anderson said Tuesday was an opportunity for the Community Redevelopment Agency and leaders to hear what the public thinks this redevelopment should look like.
FGCU professor agrees with US Surgeon General: gun violence is a public health crisis Gun violence: We’ve seen it here firsthand in southwest Florida. Many agree gun violence is a growing problem in the United States. Now, the U.S. Surgeon General is calling it a crisis.
Charlotte County Charlotte County now requiring condo and co-op inspections for building 25-years or older On the 3-year anniversary of the Champlain Towers South building collapse in Surfside, FL, many look to remember those lost and continue to learn from the tragedy.
FORT MYERS A third diamond interchange on its way to Southwest Florida The third iteration of a construction project that strikes fear into some drivers could be a tell-tell sign about the trends of Southwest Florida.
NAPLES Naples practice comes under fire from a former employee A Naples dermatology practice acknowledges it had issues when it first opened two years ago but says those issues are now behind them.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral hosts more FEMA hearings Red tags are rearing their ugly head. Cape Coral homeowners who were slapped with these tags and found non-compliant with city code permits are back to defend themselves.
4 local music shows to choose from in one day If you’re an indecisive local music fan, Friday will be a tough day for you.
FORT MYERS Walt Wesley Way unveiled in honor of local legend Take a drive down Lincoln Blvd. in Fort Myers and you will notice above the street sign is another that reads ‘Honorary Walt Wesley Way.’
Memorial Day celebrated across Southwest Florida.(CREDIT: WINK News) Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for those who have died in the military, honors those who have served in the armed forces. Ceremonies, parades, and the decoration of graves mark the day, which is celebrated every year across the country. Some events being held on Memorial Day in Southwest Florida are: Lee County Cape Memorial Day Service Coral Ridge Funeral Home & Cemetery Veterans Honor Garden Located at 950 Chiquita Blvd S. 10 a.m. The service brings together community leaders and veteran organizations to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Memorial Day at The Courtyard This event benefits the Southwest Florida Military Museum. Hosted by Gulf Coast Town Center 9903 Gulf Coast Main Street, Fort Myers, FL 33913 Monday, May 27 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Memorial Day Service Guest speaker for the Memorial Day Service is U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General Robert J. Elder Jr. Hosted by The City of Bonita Springs Veterans Advisory Committee Downtown Bonita Springs Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St. Monday, May 27 Starts at 9 a.m. Memorial Day Hosted by Margaritaville Beach Resort 251 Crescent St, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Monday, May 27 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Charlotte County Memorial Day Program The Vietnam Wall of Southwest Florida 200 Harbor Walk Dr., Punta Gorda 9:30 a.m. The program is sponsored by the Charlotte County Veterans Council. It will include a Presentation of the Colors, a 21-gun Salute, the playing of Taps, and ending with Amazing Grace on the bagpipes. YMCA Memorial Day 5K Hosted by the Punta Gorda YMCA Laishley Park Nesbit Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33955 Monday, May 27 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. A Patriotic Sunset Hosted by Painting with a Twist 18700 Veterans Blvd, Suite #8, Port Charlotte, FL 33954 Monday, May 27 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Collier County Memorial Day Appreciation Weekend Active and Retired Military Personnel free entrance. Hosted by Naples Botanical Garden 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples, FL 34112 Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 9th Annual SNIP Collier Memorial Day 5K Proceeds of this race will go to SNIP Collier. Hosted by Gulf Coast Runners 50 Riverside Cir, Naples, FL 34102 Monday, May 27 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Homers for Heroes ‘24 Hosted by Conquer Athletics Sports Ministry 1600 Fleischmann Blvd, Naples, FL 34102 Monday, May 27 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.