Bonita Springs man accused of having child-like sex dollMan pleads guilty to possessing loaded gun during Fort Myers traffic stop
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs man accused of having child-like sex doll A man from Bonita Springs was arrested earlier this week after allegedly possessing a sex doll that resembled a child.
FORT MYERS Man pleads guilty to possessing loaded gun during Fort Myers traffic stop A man with previous felony convictions has pleaded guilty to possessing a loaded firearm and ammunition during a Fort Myers traffic stop.
NORTH PORT Lockdown lifted at Imagine School after ammunition found on school bus The North Port Police Department is investigating after ammunition was found on an Imagine School bus, which has led to the school’s lockdown.
FORT MYERS Publix teams up with Harry Chapin to fight hunger September is Hunger Action Month, and Publix is partnering with the Harry Chapin Food Bank to help the Southwest Florida community.
ARCADIA 2 men accused of sexual misconduct with Arcadia student Two men were arrested last week after they allegedly engaged in sexual acts with a young student in Arcadia.
New Naples dining venue faces city scrutiny The local business venture at 1200 Central Ave. was the subject of more than three hours of discussion during the Sept. 4 meeting of City Council.
ESTERO Brotherly Bond: 2 FGCU soccer players display great synergy While born in different parts of Brazil, two Florida Gulf Coast University soccer players have developed a bond that cannot be easily broken.
The Weather Authority Scattered rain and storms for your Thursday plans The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain and storms this Thursday as a trough of low pressure lingers across the state.
WINK Investigates: Beattie Development in debt for more than $11 million dollars New documents also show help may be coming to homeowners who have paid the contractor hundreds of thousands of dollars and haven’t had their homes built.
cape coral Hand grenade found inside Cape Coral home The Cape Coral Police Department and LCSO bomb squad responded to the scene located on SW 38th Street, near Surfside Boulevard on Wednesday afternoon.
Lee County school superintendent candidates debate over hot button issues Candidates competing for the Lee County School Superintendent title faced off and discussed issues and possible solutions.
southwest florida Former State Senator pushes for state-wide animal abuse registry We are hearing from a former Florida Senator who says Erick Canoura could’ve been stopped before he came to Lee County.
FORT MYERS Caught on Camera: Man breaks into mini-golf course A man has been arrested after he was caught on camera stripping and breaking into a minigolf course.
PUNTA GORDA Support local veterans with Pet for a Vet fundraiser It is a win-win for vets and soon-to-be pets. Our sister radio station, WINK 96-9, is hosting its annual Pet for a Vet fundraiser.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Laurel wilt: the fungus threatening Florida’s avocados The citrus industry has been feeling the squeeze here in Florida for a number of reasons, the most destructive one being a disease known as Laurel wilt.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs man accused of having child-like sex doll A man from Bonita Springs was arrested earlier this week after allegedly possessing a sex doll that resembled a child.
FORT MYERS Man pleads guilty to possessing loaded gun during Fort Myers traffic stop A man with previous felony convictions has pleaded guilty to possessing a loaded firearm and ammunition during a Fort Myers traffic stop.
NORTH PORT Lockdown lifted at Imagine School after ammunition found on school bus The North Port Police Department is investigating after ammunition was found on an Imagine School bus, which has led to the school’s lockdown.
FORT MYERS Publix teams up with Harry Chapin to fight hunger September is Hunger Action Month, and Publix is partnering with the Harry Chapin Food Bank to help the Southwest Florida community.
ARCADIA 2 men accused of sexual misconduct with Arcadia student Two men were arrested last week after they allegedly engaged in sexual acts with a young student in Arcadia.
New Naples dining venue faces city scrutiny The local business venture at 1200 Central Ave. was the subject of more than three hours of discussion during the Sept. 4 meeting of City Council.
ESTERO Brotherly Bond: 2 FGCU soccer players display great synergy While born in different parts of Brazil, two Florida Gulf Coast University soccer players have developed a bond that cannot be easily broken.
The Weather Authority Scattered rain and storms for your Thursday plans The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain and storms this Thursday as a trough of low pressure lingers across the state.
WINK Investigates: Beattie Development in debt for more than $11 million dollars New documents also show help may be coming to homeowners who have paid the contractor hundreds of thousands of dollars and haven’t had their homes built.
cape coral Hand grenade found inside Cape Coral home The Cape Coral Police Department and LCSO bomb squad responded to the scene located on SW 38th Street, near Surfside Boulevard on Wednesday afternoon.
Lee County school superintendent candidates debate over hot button issues Candidates competing for the Lee County School Superintendent title faced off and discussed issues and possible solutions.
southwest florida Former State Senator pushes for state-wide animal abuse registry We are hearing from a former Florida Senator who says Erick Canoura could’ve been stopped before he came to Lee County.
FORT MYERS Caught on Camera: Man breaks into mini-golf course A man has been arrested after he was caught on camera stripping and breaking into a minigolf course.
PUNTA GORDA Support local veterans with Pet for a Vet fundraiser It is a win-win for vets and soon-to-be pets. Our sister radio station, WINK 96-9, is hosting its annual Pet for a Vet fundraiser.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Laurel wilt: the fungus threatening Florida’s avocados The citrus industry has been feeling the squeeze here in Florida for a number of reasons, the most destructive one being a disease known as Laurel wilt.
Runners from Lee County paid tribute 21-year-old Arielle Valdes, who lost her life after being the focus of an extensive search. Hundreds of people filled Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers for the memorial run. Organizers of the event said they chose a run because that is something Valdes loved to do. Isabella Hergerd is the sister of Valdes. She is thankful for the outpouring of support. “I feel an overwhelming amount of love right now from the community, and I just want to say thank you to everyone that is here and organized this,” said Hergerd. Of the hundreds who were at the run, most did not know Valdes personally. What they did know was that they wanted to run to honor her life. Joshua Dorsey is the head of Running Friends of SWFL, and he said he wanted to show support. “A lot of us didn’t personally know Arielle, but we’re just a running family, and we all come together to support one another, and this is the least we can do,” said Dorsey. Arielle Valdes’ remains were found in the Caloosahatchee River on Monday. RELATED: LCSO: body of woman found in Caloosahatchee River presumed to be missing woman There is no confirmation on the cause of death for Valdes. According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, loved ones said she seemed to be having a mental breakdown just before going missing. In the days following her disappearance, LCSO deployed extensive search efforts on the ground, in the sky and underwater. That was until Monday when Sheriff Carmine Marceno said detectives found what they believed to be the remains of Valdes in the Caloosahatchee River. The LCSO report said her family saw abnormal signs in her behavior. Nancy Dauphinais is the Chief Operating Officer at David Lawrence Centers. She said it’s important to communicate kindly if you think someone is having mental health troubles. “It’s important to learn those non-judgmental, compassionate questions to ask. It’s important to let people know that you’re concerned about them and they’re not alone,” said Dauphinais. Kenneth Perez is another marathon participant and said to reach out for help if you need it. “Anybody that’s struggling, please come out,” said Perez. “Please come out and talk to somebody. It’s very important, as you can see somebody who maybe feels like nobody was there for them. Look how many people turned out in support of their family and memory.” If you or a loved one are experiencing any struggles with mental health, the number for the suicide and crisis hotline is 988. The number for the Center for Progress and Excellence Mobile Crisis Unit is 844-395-4432 For more information on the David Lawrence Center go on their website.