SWFL Scoreboard: High School Football Regional SemifinalsLarge response to rollover crash in Fort Myers
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 Large response to rollover crash in Fort Myers There was a large response to a multi-car crash with a rollover in Fort Myers just after 8 p.m on Friday night.
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.
NORTH FORT MYERS Where did the Shell Factory animals go? With the closure of The Shell Factory in September, people have been wondering where the animals went.
Tim Aten Knows: Publix to demolish, rebuild Naples store Two days after Thanksgiving, the 38-year-old Publix supermarket in Neapolitan Way Plaza will close to begin a Naples redevelopment project that has been planned for years.
Planned retail, lifestyle center seeking tenants at Babcock Ranch A new 112,000-square-foot mixed-use complex designed for retail shops, restaurants, bars, office space and residential units is planned for Babcock Ranch. Called B Street at Babcock Ranch, there are approximately 20 parties negotiating leases, said Jon Cashion, a principal with commercial real estate agency Katz & Associates. A groundbreaking ceremony is slated for early 2025, […]
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 Large response to rollover crash in Fort Myers There was a large response to a multi-car crash with a rollover in Fort Myers just after 8 p.m on Friday night.
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.
NORTH FORT MYERS Where did the Shell Factory animals go? With the closure of The Shell Factory in September, people have been wondering where the animals went.
Tim Aten Knows: Publix to demolish, rebuild Naples store Two days after Thanksgiving, the 38-year-old Publix supermarket in Neapolitan Way Plaza will close to begin a Naples redevelopment project that has been planned for years.
Planned retail, lifestyle center seeking tenants at Babcock Ranch A new 112,000-square-foot mixed-use complex designed for retail shops, restaurants, bars, office space and residential units is planned for Babcock Ranch. Called B Street at Babcock Ranch, there are approximately 20 parties negotiating leases, said Jon Cashion, a principal with commercial real estate agency Katz & Associates. A groundbreaking ceremony is slated for early 2025, […]
The Fourth of July marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, and it’s celebrated nationwide with fireworks, barbecues, patriotic events and more. Across Southwest Florida, the Fourth of July unfolds as families and friends gather to commemorate the nation’s independence. Here are some events celebrating the Fourth of July in Southwest Florida: Lee County: Downtown Fort Myers 4th of July Celebration Hosted by The River District Alliance (RDA) in collaboration with Caloosa Sound Amphitheater and The City of Fort Myers. 2101 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers, FL 33901 Thursday, July 4 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. 4th of July Rooftop Bash Hosted by Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 2301 First St. Fort Myers, FL 33901 Thursday, July 4 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Sanibel Fireworks Cruise Hosted by Adventures In Paradise Departs from “G” dock at Port Sanibel Marina Thursday, July 4 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Mighty Mussels’ Independence Day Celebration Hosted by the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels 14400 6 Mile Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33912 Thursday, July 4, 5, 6 7:05 p.m., 7:05 p.m., and 6:05 p.m. July 4 Independence Day Dinner Cruise Hosted by J.C. Cruises/Capt. JP 1300 Hendry St., Fort Myers, FL 33901-2819 Thursday, July 4 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Star Spangled Bonita Hosted by The City of Bonita Springs 10450 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs Thursday, July 4 9:00 a.m to Dusk Fort Myers Beach Parade Hosted by the Town of Fort Myers Beach Thursday, July 4 10:00 a.m – 12:00 p.m. Be aware that there will be no late-night trolley service after the fireworks as there has been in years past. Red, White and Boom Hosted by The City of Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Department Thursday, July 4 Cape Coral Parkway at the foot of Cape Coral Bridge 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Fourth of July in SWFL. (WINK News) Charlotte County: Fishermen’s Village Independence Weekend Celebration Hosted by Fishermen’s Village Fishermen’s Village, 1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 Thursday, July 4 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. 4th of July Celebration at Babcock Ranch Hosted by Babcock Ranch 42881 Lake Babcock Drive, Babcock Ranch, FL 33982 Thursday, July 4 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. 4th of July Sunset and Fireworks Tour with Lemon Bay Dolphin Tours Hosted by Lemon Bay Dolphin Tours 1450 Beach Road, Englewood, FL 34223 Thursday, July 4 Boat loads at 7:40 p.m. Freedom Fest 2024 Hosted by Florida Outdoor Education Foundation Laishley Park, 150 Laishley Ct., Punta Gorda, FL 33950 Saturday, June 29 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. Fourth of July fireworks display Naples. Credit: Derrick Shaw/WINK News Collier County: Fourth of July Parade Hosted by the City of Naples Downtown Naples, Naples, FL 34102 Thursday, July 4 10 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. Red, White and Brews – The National Golf & Country Club Hosted by Lennar Southwest Florida 5909 Double Eagle Circle, Ave Maria, FL 34142 Thursday, July 4 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Red, White, & Groove Hosted by Mercato, Yogurbella Naples and Anthem Rock Band 9110 Strada Pl, Naples, FL 34108-2396, United States Thursday, July 4 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Hendry County: LaBelle Community Celebration Hosted by The Swamp Cabbage Festival Barron Park LaBelle, FL, 33935 Thursday, July 4 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.