Naples selects city CFO as next city manager, averts national searchCharlotte County’s Mid-County Regional Library to reopen in 2026
Naples selects city CFO as next city manager, averts national search Naples Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer Gary Young will become the next city manager, averting a lengthy, expensive national search for a replacement.
Charlotte County’s Mid-County Regional Library to reopen in 2026 After about $6.9 million in repairs and renovations to Mid-County Regional Library in Port Charlotte, the library is expected to reopen in 2026.
MATLACHA Man accused of deadly Matlacha DUI crash takes plea deal A man accused of driving drunk and crashing into the patio of a Matlacha restaurant, killing a woman and injuring others, has taken a plea deal with the state.
Opera Naples set to make land offer with seven-figure gift A seven-figure gift has provided the base for Opera Naples, Theater in the Garden and the Luciano Pavarotti Foundation to build an international center for the arts.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood Chamber distributes over $167K in hurricane relief funding The Englewood Chamber of Commerce announced over $167,000 in critical funding has been provided to individuals affected by Helene and Milton.
Cyclist group riding 500 miles for charity to pass through LaBelle Thirty-six Fuller Center Bicycle Adventure cyclist members participating in the annual 500-mile Tour de Florida charity ride will be passing through LaBelle next week.
marco island YMCA to break ground on healthy living facility in Marco Island The YMCA of Collier County is set to break ground for a healthy living facility in Marco Island.
NAPLES Naples Airport Authority in need of volunteers for Noise Compatibility Committee The Naples Airport Authority is seeking applications to fill three volunteer positions on its Noise Compatibility Committee (NCC).
Body found following Port Charlotte house fire Charlotte County deputies have found a body in the ruins of a house in Port Charlotte after a fire destroyed most of it.
the weather authority Cold front brings less humid air this Tuesday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front, which will bring in less humidity and cooler temperatures this Tuesday.
golden gate city Collier County launches pilot program to fend off mosquitoes, diseases The Collier Mosquito Control District is launching a pilot program to use sterilization to target invasive insects in Golden Gate City.
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 Man accused of burglarizing several businesses in Fort Myers A crime spree came to an end Sunday night after deputies arrested a man they found hiding in some bushes.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers cross country runner reflects on state championship Fort Myers High School senior cross country runner Masha Dorofeev reflects on her state championship win and committing to UCF.
CAPE CORAL Coyote kills beloved family pet in Cape Coral For 16 years, Sarge and his owner, James Stewart were inseparable.
Naples selects city CFO as next city manager, averts national search Naples Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer Gary Young will become the next city manager, averting a lengthy, expensive national search for a replacement.
Charlotte County’s Mid-County Regional Library to reopen in 2026 After about $6.9 million in repairs and renovations to Mid-County Regional Library in Port Charlotte, the library is expected to reopen in 2026.
MATLACHA Man accused of deadly Matlacha DUI crash takes plea deal A man accused of driving drunk and crashing into the patio of a Matlacha restaurant, killing a woman and injuring others, has taken a plea deal with the state.
Opera Naples set to make land offer with seven-figure gift A seven-figure gift has provided the base for Opera Naples, Theater in the Garden and the Luciano Pavarotti Foundation to build an international center for the arts.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood Chamber distributes over $167K in hurricane relief funding The Englewood Chamber of Commerce announced over $167,000 in critical funding has been provided to individuals affected by Helene and Milton.
Cyclist group riding 500 miles for charity to pass through LaBelle Thirty-six Fuller Center Bicycle Adventure cyclist members participating in the annual 500-mile Tour de Florida charity ride will be passing through LaBelle next week.
marco island YMCA to break ground on healthy living facility in Marco Island The YMCA of Collier County is set to break ground for a healthy living facility in Marco Island.
NAPLES Naples Airport Authority in need of volunteers for Noise Compatibility Committee The Naples Airport Authority is seeking applications to fill three volunteer positions on its Noise Compatibility Committee (NCC).
Body found following Port Charlotte house fire Charlotte County deputies have found a body in the ruins of a house in Port Charlotte after a fire destroyed most of it.
the weather authority Cold front brings less humid air this Tuesday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front, which will bring in less humidity and cooler temperatures this Tuesday.
golden gate city Collier County launches pilot program to fend off mosquitoes, diseases The Collier Mosquito Control District is launching a pilot program to use sterilization to target invasive insects in Golden Gate City.
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 Man accused of burglarizing several businesses in Fort Myers A crime spree came to an end Sunday night after deputies arrested a man they found hiding in some bushes.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers cross country runner reflects on state championship Fort Myers High School senior cross country runner Masha Dorofeev reflects on her state championship win and committing to UCF.
CAPE CORAL Coyote kills beloved family pet in Cape Coral For 16 years, Sarge and his owner, James Stewart were inseparable.
It is vital that you ensure your home is prepared for a hurricane. Even though not every home is alike and the preparations will vary for every homeowner, there are precautions, both big and small, that every homeowner can follow to help protect their home and property. Significant steps can include strengthening or updating the structure of your house, its electrical system, or its plumbing. Depending on the size of your home, those types of projects can differ in price and scale, but the more complex jobs are best suited to professional contractors who are licensed to work in Florida. There are several precautions, however, that you can take on your own to prepare and protect your home. WINDOWS Installing storm shutters over all exposed windows and glass surfaces may be the easiest and most effective way to protect your home from a variety of hurricane-related damage. Do not overlook this precaution. Cover and protect every window, French door, glass door, and skylight in your home. A variety of manufactured storm shutters are available and they can be made of steel, aluminum, or heavy-duty plastic. In addition, homemade plywood shutters, if properly constructed and installed, can provide significant protection from hurricane-force winds and flying debris. ROOF Your home’s roof is especially vulnerable to hurricane damage, as it can be compromised by high winds and debris. Proper roof construction is essential. Having a qualified building professional inspect your roof can determine whether it needs reinforcement. A small investment made before the storm can save you thousands of dollars in damage when a hurricane hits. DOORS They may seem sturdy, but homes with double-entry doors that have one active door and one that is inactive can be vulnerable to hurricanes. That’s because the bolts and pins used to secure those types of doors are usually not strong enough to withstand hurricane-force winds. As you prepare your home for hurricane season, check with a local hardware store or building supplies retailer to determine the bolt system that will provide the strongest protection for your doors. GARAGE DOORS Hurricane-force winds can easily compromise double-wide doors for two-car garages, which could then make the rest of your home vulnerable to more damage. Fortunately, some garage doors can be reinforced with retrofit kits. Check with your local building supplies or hardware store to see if there’s a retrofit kit available for your garage door. MOBILE HOMES REQUIRE SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS • Remove mirrors. • Wrap mirrors and lamps in blankets and place them in the bathtub or shower. • Install hurricane shutters or securely cover all windows with pre-cut plywood. • Shut off utilities and propane tanks; disconnect electricity, sewer and water lines. Perhaps more than any other structure, mobile home homes are especially vulnerable to hurricane-force winds. Ensure your mobile home is anchored by over-the-top tie-downs or frame tie-down straps. When a storm approaches, do your best to secure your home, then seek refuge with friends or relatives or go to a public shelter. Even if it is securely anchored, do not try to ride out a hurricane in a mobile home under any circumstances. Always follow mandatory evacuation orders if they are issued. Once you have securely anchored your mobile home, make sure to: • Pack breakables in boxes. • Remove mirrors. • Wrap mirrors and lamps in blankets and place them in the bathtub or shower. • Install hurricane shutters or securely cover all windows with pre-cut plywood. • Shut off utilities and propane tanks; disconnect electricity, sewer, and water lines.