34th annual American Sand Sculpting Championship begins on Fort Myers BeachCity council members talk about decision to repeal stipend ordinance
FORT MYERS BEACH 34th annual American Sand Sculpting Championship begins on Fort Myers Beach After a years long wait, the American Sand Sculpting Competition on Fort Myers Beach returned on Thursday.
CAPE CORAL City council members talk about decision to repeal stipend ordinance A vote of 5 to 3 ends the saga over the Cape Coral City Council stipend and new members of the city council are sending a message they’re doing things differently.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers food pantry provides Thanksgiving meals to neighbors Dozens of people stopped by Sunshine Health’s food pantry one week before Thanksgiving. Sunshine Health is delivering hope.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach loses FEMA insurance discount The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has placed Fort Myers Beach (FMB) on probation.
FORT MYERS WINK News Game of the Week: Riverdale at Fort Myers Our WINK News Game of the Week is the regional semifinal matchup between Fort Myers and Riverdale, a rematch from the regular season finale two weeks ago.
NAPLES Hope for the Holidays turkey distribution event in Collier County A Naples nonprofit is expected to feed nearly 2,000 families.
Parts of Lee County to keep FEMA discount According to the Lee County Government, residents in parts of Lee County will keep their FEMA discount.
New blue-light system to be implemented to flag red-light runners Green means go, red means stop and blue means you just ran a red light.
New Punta Gorda City Council accepts city manager’s resignation Punta Gorda’s new City Council accepted City Manager Greg Murray’s resignation Nov. 20 and agreed to pay toward hurricane repairs and provide several months of rent abatement to business owners who lease space at city-owned Herald Court. Debi Lux was named mayor and Greg Julian vice mayor by the new-look Council, which saw three incumbents […]
Vehicle catches on fire after crash at intersection of Alico and Oriole Rd. A vehicle caught on fire after a crash at the intersection of Alico Rd. and Oriole.
NAPLES A first look inside the Gulfshore Playhouse What does it take to become a candidate for Gulfshore Life’s Men and Women of the Year?
WINK NEWS Best time to shop for Black Friday Long gone are the days of people camping out overnight, waiting for their favorite store to open after Thanksgiving.
WINK NEWS Thanksgiving events across Southwest Florida Thanksgiving in Southwest Florida is a blend of tradition, offering both classic holiday gatherings and unique local events.
CAPE CORAL Caught on Camera: Social media influencer arrested for theft at Cape Coral Target The Cape Coral Police Department arrested a woman accused of stealing items worth nearly $500 from a Target.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers woman pleads guilty to possessing loaded firearm as person with felony convictions Fort Myers woman pleaded guilty to possessing a loaded firearm and ammunition as a person with felony convictions.
FORT MYERS BEACH 34th annual American Sand Sculpting Championship begins on Fort Myers Beach After a years long wait, the American Sand Sculpting Competition on Fort Myers Beach returned on Thursday.
CAPE CORAL City council members talk about decision to repeal stipend ordinance A vote of 5 to 3 ends the saga over the Cape Coral City Council stipend and new members of the city council are sending a message they’re doing things differently.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers food pantry provides Thanksgiving meals to neighbors Dozens of people stopped by Sunshine Health’s food pantry one week before Thanksgiving. Sunshine Health is delivering hope.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach loses FEMA insurance discount The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has placed Fort Myers Beach (FMB) on probation.
FORT MYERS WINK News Game of the Week: Riverdale at Fort Myers Our WINK News Game of the Week is the regional semifinal matchup between Fort Myers and Riverdale, a rematch from the regular season finale two weeks ago.
NAPLES Hope for the Holidays turkey distribution event in Collier County A Naples nonprofit is expected to feed nearly 2,000 families.
Parts of Lee County to keep FEMA discount According to the Lee County Government, residents in parts of Lee County will keep their FEMA discount.
New blue-light system to be implemented to flag red-light runners Green means go, red means stop and blue means you just ran a red light.
New Punta Gorda City Council accepts city manager’s resignation Punta Gorda’s new City Council accepted City Manager Greg Murray’s resignation Nov. 20 and agreed to pay toward hurricane repairs and provide several months of rent abatement to business owners who lease space at city-owned Herald Court. Debi Lux was named mayor and Greg Julian vice mayor by the new-look Council, which saw three incumbents […]
Vehicle catches on fire after crash at intersection of Alico and Oriole Rd. A vehicle caught on fire after a crash at the intersection of Alico Rd. and Oriole.
NAPLES A first look inside the Gulfshore Playhouse What does it take to become a candidate for Gulfshore Life’s Men and Women of the Year?
WINK NEWS Best time to shop for Black Friday Long gone are the days of people camping out overnight, waiting for their favorite store to open after Thanksgiving.
WINK NEWS Thanksgiving events across Southwest Florida Thanksgiving in Southwest Florida is a blend of tradition, offering both classic holiday gatherings and unique local events.
CAPE CORAL Caught on Camera: Social media influencer arrested for theft at Cape Coral Target The Cape Coral Police Department arrested a woman accused of stealing items worth nearly $500 from a Target.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers woman pleads guilty to possessing loaded firearm as person with felony convictions Fort Myers woman pleaded guilty to possessing a loaded firearm and ammunition as a person with felony convictions.
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.