Little Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha to temporarily closeLee County man receives 3 life sentences for molesting child
MATLACHA Little Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha to temporarily close The Florida Department of Transportation has announced the temporary closure of the Little Pine Island Bridge.
Lee County man receives 3 life sentences for molesting child On Monday, a man was found guilty and given three life sentences for molesting a child between 2013 and 2019.
NORTH FORT MYERS Shell Factory & Nature Park to permanently close, land to be sold The Shell Factory & Nature Park has announced its plans to close permanently after 86 years.
WEST PALM BEACH (AP) Man suspected in apparent assassination attempt on Trump charged with federal gun crimes A man suspected in an apparent assassination attempt targeting former President Donald Trump was charged with federal gun crimes.
ESTERO 3 women wanted in Estero for stealing nearly $900 in liquor Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on three women wanted for stealing nearly $900 in liquor from an Estero Publix.
FORT MYERS BEACH Matanzas Pass Bridge temporarily closed after boat crashes into it Several agencies have responded to the Matanzas Pass Bridge after a boat crashed into it.
NAPLES Man accused of taking photos of minor in bathroom stall at Naples mall A man has been arrested after allegedly taking photos of an underaged girl from underneath a bathroom stall at a Naples mall.
TICE Fort Myers man accused of kidnapping, sexually assaulting girl to appear in court The Fort Myers man arrested for allegedly kidnapping a young girl and sexually assaulting her at knifepoint is scheduled in court.
CAPE CORAL Stolen car found submerged in Cape Coral canal The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a reportedly stolen car found submerged in a canal.
CAPE CORAL Shooting near Del Prado Boulevard in Cape Coral injures 1 The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred near Del Prado Boulevard South.
FORT MYERS BEACH What’s next for red-tagged properties on Fort Myers Beach? Monday is a make-or-break day for families who have struggled fixing their homes the last two years after Hurricane Ian.
orlando Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Orlando Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference in Orlando.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: Hot and mainly dry Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hot start to the workweek as most will stay dry throughout the afternoon.
Fort Myers Death investigation at Target on Dynasty Drive The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a death at the Target on Dynasty Drive in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS Displaced resident speaks out after fire at Winkler Apartment Complex For the second time in as many days, a fire broke out at the Retreat at Vista Lake Apartment Complex in Fort Myers.
MATLACHA Little Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha to temporarily close The Florida Department of Transportation has announced the temporary closure of the Little Pine Island Bridge.
Lee County man receives 3 life sentences for molesting child On Monday, a man was found guilty and given three life sentences for molesting a child between 2013 and 2019.
NORTH FORT MYERS Shell Factory & Nature Park to permanently close, land to be sold The Shell Factory & Nature Park has announced its plans to close permanently after 86 years.
WEST PALM BEACH (AP) Man suspected in apparent assassination attempt on Trump charged with federal gun crimes A man suspected in an apparent assassination attempt targeting former President Donald Trump was charged with federal gun crimes.
ESTERO 3 women wanted in Estero for stealing nearly $900 in liquor Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on three women wanted for stealing nearly $900 in liquor from an Estero Publix.
FORT MYERS BEACH Matanzas Pass Bridge temporarily closed after boat crashes into it Several agencies have responded to the Matanzas Pass Bridge after a boat crashed into it.
NAPLES Man accused of taking photos of minor in bathroom stall at Naples mall A man has been arrested after allegedly taking photos of an underaged girl from underneath a bathroom stall at a Naples mall.
TICE Fort Myers man accused of kidnapping, sexually assaulting girl to appear in court The Fort Myers man arrested for allegedly kidnapping a young girl and sexually assaulting her at knifepoint is scheduled in court.
CAPE CORAL Stolen car found submerged in Cape Coral canal The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a reportedly stolen car found submerged in a canal.
CAPE CORAL Shooting near Del Prado Boulevard in Cape Coral injures 1 The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred near Del Prado Boulevard South.
FORT MYERS BEACH What’s next for red-tagged properties on Fort Myers Beach? Monday is a make-or-break day for families who have struggled fixing their homes the last two years after Hurricane Ian.
orlando Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Orlando Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference in Orlando.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: Hot and mainly dry Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hot start to the workweek as most will stay dry throughout the afternoon.
Fort Myers Death investigation at Target on Dynasty Drive The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a death at the Target on Dynasty Drive in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS Displaced resident speaks out after fire at Winkler Apartment Complex For the second time in as many days, a fire broke out at the Retreat at Vista Lake Apartment Complex in Fort Myers.
Island Coast running back Gervaris Leaphart had an explosive start to his senior season. The WINK News Player of the Week had nearly 300 yards total offense in the Gators’ 25-3 preseason win over Bonita Springs. “It felt great,” Leaphart said. “Our team coming together, o-line blocking, we’re all playing as a team now.” Leaphart ran for 200 yards and found the endzone twice on the ground in addition to 83 receiving yards and a touchdown. “All thanks to the o line,” Leaphart said. “They did their job. They came to play.” Leaphart and the Gators are just getting started on their mission to win the school’s first district title in a decade. Head Football Coach Tyran Jones told WINK News Leaphart is one of the guys that can get them there. “He’s probably one of the most coachable kids on this team,” Jones said. “He’s a ‘yes sir, no sir’ kind of guy. First one in, last one out. Trains outside of practice. It’s just great to have him, especially having him for all four years.” If Leaphart keeps it up, he’s on track to surpass his 1,009 yard junior year. “I’m not a finished product,” Leaphart said. “I’ve still got things to work on. I’m still looking to get better every day.” He’s looking to get better for Island Coast and his future. With five Division I offers on the table, he hopes to impress college scouts every game. Leaphart and the Gators hit the road to face Port Charlotte in week one of regular season action on Friday.