Man accused of owning illegal gambling businesses in EnglewoodPunta Gorda Waterfront Hotel demolition set for July 8
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.
FORT MYERS Man accused of killing boyfriend transported to Lee County Jail Christopher Davis, who stands accused of killing his boyfriend Barry Schmalbach, has been transported to the Lee County Jail.
the weather authority Coastal showers move inland this Thursday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking some light coastal rain showers that will further develop inland this Thursday afternoon.
WINK NEWS Arbitrator to review Lee County Teachers Union case against school district A special fund that pays teachers for extra work and covering classrooms has been gone for over a year, forcing the Lee County Teachers Union to file a complaint.
ESTERO Camp Vester returns to Florida Gulf Coast University Hurricane Ian essentially closed Camp Vester after it almost destroyed the Florida Gulf Coast University facility.
VILLAS Memorial service held for 12-year-old killed in crash Andrew’s family told WINK News that he was a good friend, a dedicated student and a talented musician.
NORTH FORT MYERS Hooping from Australia to the Sunshine State The exhibition between two Australian teams and two Lee County teams gives kids the experience of what it is like playing in another country.
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.
FORT MYERS Man accused of killing boyfriend transported to Lee County Jail Christopher Davis, who stands accused of killing his boyfriend Barry Schmalbach, has been transported to the Lee County Jail.
the weather authority Coastal showers move inland this Thursday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking some light coastal rain showers that will further develop inland this Thursday afternoon.
WINK NEWS Arbitrator to review Lee County Teachers Union case against school district A special fund that pays teachers for extra work and covering classrooms has been gone for over a year, forcing the Lee County Teachers Union to file a complaint.
ESTERO Camp Vester returns to Florida Gulf Coast University Hurricane Ian essentially closed Camp Vester after it almost destroyed the Florida Gulf Coast University facility.
VILLAS Memorial service held for 12-year-old killed in crash Andrew’s family told WINK News that he was a good friend, a dedicated student and a talented musician.
NORTH FORT MYERS Hooping from Australia to the Sunshine State The exhibition between two Australian teams and two Lee County teams gives kids the experience of what it is like playing in another country.
Like millions of Americans monitoring their blood sugar, Lee Quick is diabetic. For almost two decades, the Cape Coral man has relied on medications to manage his type 2 disease. “Trust me, without medications, I do not feel well at all,” said Quick. Over time, oral meds were not enough to keep Quick’s A1C numbers in check. “They eventually just crept upward and upward. And my doctor, a couple of years ago, put me on Trulicity,” Quick said. It worked well, until he couldn’t get it. Quick started feeling the pinch in January. The once-weekly shot was unavailable. “They were unable to get the medication; it was back-ordered. When February came around, I checked back in, and they advised me it was still back ordered and we don’t know when we can get it,” said Quick. Things are tough everywhere. The FDA put Trulicity on its shortage list late last year. Drug maker Lilly acknowledges that the high demand is taxing the system. Trulicity is widely popular, not for its benefits to diabetics, but for its side effect: Weight loss. The drug is closely related to Ozempic, and so demand has ballooned. “All the strengths that people are looking for are the ones that are not currently available,” said pharmacist Justin Ceravolo. The owner of Cypress Pharmacy in South Fort Myers said he noticed Trulicity demand spike when Ozempic was in short supply. Like the powerful weight loss drug, Trulicity helps peel away pounds. As a result, it is often used as a substitute. “What a lot of doctors were doing is, they were prescribing the higher doses for patients that really wanted weight loss,” Ceravolo said. “So now you’re running into they’re not making enough to supply the demand for people that actually need it, which are your true diabetics because people were using it off-label for weight loss.” Ironically, Ceravolo has plenty of Ozempic in stock now. He expects the tide of weight watchers will shift back, allowing Quick and others access to access the drug they need. “Once you restart this medication after being off for a while, it causes certain side effects that take about a week or so for my body to readjust,” said Quick. Until supplies catch up with demand, the shortage will continue stressing the system and patients.