Kitten recovering after surviving horrific abuseLosing loved ones in the line of duty; Community offers support to Diaz family
FORT MYERS Kitten recovering after surviving horrific abuse At 12 pounds and 12 weeks old, this little kitty was snatched from her home and literally dragged through the unthinkable.
Losing loved ones in the line of duty; Community offers support to Diaz family Heartbreak over Sergeant Elio Diaz’s death consumed the Charlotte County community, after the fallen hero was laid to rest Friday.
CAPTIVA Impacts of hurricane season on fishing in SWFL Whipping winds and torrential downpours are all too common with hurricanes.
CAPE CORAL What to know before gifting pets this holiday season Gifting someone a pet for Christmas may sound like a good idea but not always. Animal experts remind us that owning an animal takes a big commitment.
Top rated prospects shine in City of Palms Classic In the third week of December, all eyes on college basketball recruiting are on the City of Palms Classic. Year after year, some of the top high school teams, featuring many of the top players in the country, compete in the Fort Myers Tournament. This year is no different. Take Long Island Lutheran versus Owasso, […]
NAPLES ‘Beverly’s Angels’ prepare holiday sacks for kids in need Beverly’s Angels in Naples is providing kids the essentials they need during the holiday season, and they got some help from high school students across Southwest Florida.
‘He was a phenomenal human being’: Woman says Elio Diaz inspired her to turn life around WINK News has shared stories about people greatly impacted by Deputy Sergeant Elio Diaz’s work. Now we hear from a woman whose life he affected for the better.
PUNTA GORDA ShorePoint Health in Punta Gorda to permanently close If people in Punta Gorda consider themselves patients of ShorePoint Hospital, they will have to look for an alternate place of healthcare.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres Fire and Rescue District gives holiday candle safety tips Holiday celebrations are a few days away, and nothing sets the mood better than candles. This warning is best given before the holidays.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers closes on first house through affordable home program Through its Affordable Home Construction Program, the city closed a contract for the first single-family home.
SANIBEL Homeowners share unique ways to fortify homes after storms Roof, walls and floors. There’s so much to think about when you’re rebuilding.
DeSoto teen found guilty for murder at fair A teenager has been convicted in a deadly shooting that occurred at the DeSoto County Fair.
Residents gather at procession to pay tribute to Sgt. Elio Diaz WINK News spent the day along the procession route for Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz talking with people who wanted to let us know what Diaz meant to them.
BABCOCK RANCH Emotional memorial for fallen Charlotte County sergeant Family, friends, brothers and sisters in blue and even complete strangers gave Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz the sendoff he deserved.
NAPLES Naples Hurricanes 13U win Pop Warner Super Bowl The Naples Hurricanes 13U football team won the Pop Warner Super Bowl and become national champions.
FORT MYERS Kitten recovering after surviving horrific abuse At 12 pounds and 12 weeks old, this little kitty was snatched from her home and literally dragged through the unthinkable.
Losing loved ones in the line of duty; Community offers support to Diaz family Heartbreak over Sergeant Elio Diaz’s death consumed the Charlotte County community, after the fallen hero was laid to rest Friday.
CAPTIVA Impacts of hurricane season on fishing in SWFL Whipping winds and torrential downpours are all too common with hurricanes.
CAPE CORAL What to know before gifting pets this holiday season Gifting someone a pet for Christmas may sound like a good idea but not always. Animal experts remind us that owning an animal takes a big commitment.
Top rated prospects shine in City of Palms Classic In the third week of December, all eyes on college basketball recruiting are on the City of Palms Classic. Year after year, some of the top high school teams, featuring many of the top players in the country, compete in the Fort Myers Tournament. This year is no different. Take Long Island Lutheran versus Owasso, […]
NAPLES ‘Beverly’s Angels’ prepare holiday sacks for kids in need Beverly’s Angels in Naples is providing kids the essentials they need during the holiday season, and they got some help from high school students across Southwest Florida.
‘He was a phenomenal human being’: Woman says Elio Diaz inspired her to turn life around WINK News has shared stories about people greatly impacted by Deputy Sergeant Elio Diaz’s work. Now we hear from a woman whose life he affected for the better.
PUNTA GORDA ShorePoint Health in Punta Gorda to permanently close If people in Punta Gorda consider themselves patients of ShorePoint Hospital, they will have to look for an alternate place of healthcare.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres Fire and Rescue District gives holiday candle safety tips Holiday celebrations are a few days away, and nothing sets the mood better than candles. This warning is best given before the holidays.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers closes on first house through affordable home program Through its Affordable Home Construction Program, the city closed a contract for the first single-family home.
SANIBEL Homeowners share unique ways to fortify homes after storms Roof, walls and floors. There’s so much to think about when you’re rebuilding.
DeSoto teen found guilty for murder at fair A teenager has been convicted in a deadly shooting that occurred at the DeSoto County Fair.
Residents gather at procession to pay tribute to Sgt. Elio Diaz WINK News spent the day along the procession route for Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz talking with people who wanted to let us know what Diaz meant to them.
BABCOCK RANCH Emotional memorial for fallen Charlotte County sergeant Family, friends, brothers and sisters in blue and even complete strangers gave Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz the sendoff he deserved.
NAPLES Naples Hurricanes 13U win Pop Warner Super Bowl The Naples Hurricanes 13U football team won the Pop Warner Super Bowl and become national champions.
As Southwest Florida moves on from the effects of Hurricane Milton, some roads remain closed or tricky to navigate. Below, you will find current confirmed information on road impacts caused by Milton. Lee County Though the Sanibel Causeway reopened at 2 p.m. Thursday to residents and business owners, Blind Pass Bridge will remain closed. Crews are working tirelessly to repair the bridge, but there is no ETA yet on when it will reopen. Reopened roads in Fort Myers: Edison Bridge NB, Park Ave. at Second Street. WB Beach Blvd./ First St. from Seaboard to Park Ave. Dean Park roads and streets off McGregor Boulevard toward River are open to residents. However, there is still water on roadways. The county has urged motorists to treat intersections without functioning signals or flashing signals with caution. It’s still too early to be on the road, but they said to keep this in mind for later in the day. The town of Fort Myers Beach announced that the Matanzas Pass Bridge has reopened for residents and businesses. According to the town of Fort Myers Beach, Pine Ridge Road is impassable. The Fort Myers Police Department has identified multiple road hazards during their initial sweeps early Thursday morning. They are encouraging residents to stay home until floodwaters recede and all roadways can be assessed. There are inoperable traffic signals and downed trees throughout the city. Below are the affected roads, as of Thursday afternoon: CREDIT: Lee County Sheriff’s Office CREDIT: Fort Myers Police Department Collier County Naples experienced approximately six feet of storm surge Wednesday night. Many areas are impassable or difficult to navigate. The southern portion of Gordon Drive is impassable or difficult to navigate. The county is urging residents to avoid driving in this area while emergency crews are working. All beach ends, including the Naples Pier and Lowdermilk Park, are closed until further notice. The county said to drive on the sand at beach ends, as the soft sand increases the risk of vehicles getting stuck. Arthur Allen Tennis will remain closed while the clay courts are dried and repaired. City offices and facilities will resume normal operations Friday. The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) has issued a swim advisory for the county area. Please avoid entering the water and wear footwear when walking on the sand due to debris. Temporary stop signs are in place at the intersections, and drivers are reminded to use extra caution, stay alert and obey all traffic signage. Below is a list of the affected roads and intersections. 5th Ave N/Goodlette 7th Ave N/Goodlette 900 block 9th St N (construction entrance to Four Season) 10th St N/Fleischmann 9th St S/6th Ave S 5th Ave S/9th St S (four corners) 10th St S/6th Ave S 10th St S/5th Ave S 8th St S/Broad Ave S Broad Ave S/3rd St S 5th Ave S/3rd St S 5th Ave S/8th St S 10th Ave S/9th St S 9th St N/Morningside 9th St N/Harbour 9th St N/14th Ave N Gulf Shore Blvd N/Banyan Harbour/Crayton Park Shore/Crayton Gulf Shore Blvd N/Park Shore Bears Paw/Golden Gate Pkwy CREDIT: Collier County Sheriff’s Office Charlotte County According to Charlotte County, access to Gasparilla Island has reopened. Access to the bridgeless barrier islands and South Manasota Key remain closed. According to Charlotte County, the north end of Manasota Key opened to residents and businesses at 4 p.m on Saturday. This opening is effective for Beach Road at State Road 776 to the roundabout and North Beach Road to the Charlotte-Sarasota county line. South Beach Road, from the roundabout south, remains closed. The county said to please avoid closed areas and to not drive down roads with standing water. Officers are still evaluating for further closures. Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office said Beach Road in Englewood is open only to the owners of businesses to access their property and secure their businesses. County authorities have deemed Beach Road a hazardous area, so they are asking residents to exercise caution and patience as they travel. Many areas are still unsafe, and crews are working to clear hazards. Residents are not being granted access at this time. We spoke to Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office PIO Chris Hall, and he told us that officials are highly encouraging people to stay home unless absolutely necessary. Access is closed to Gasparilla Island, including residents and visitors, except for emergency response personnel conducting search and rescue and disaster recovery operations. Many 4-way intersections are still not signaled. Use extreme caution. Treat all as 4-way stops. Refer to this article for up-to-date closures. Stay tuned to WINKNews.com, WINK News App, streaming, and on-air for any new developments on this story. Download the WINK Weather app, stream the latest forecast or WINK Doppler 3x anywhere you go.