Displaced boats after hurricanes becoming a concern for SWFL residentsSwim advisories lifted for several Collier County beaches
Displaced boats after hurricanes becoming a concern for SWFL residents Florida is often called the boating capital of the world, but that brings challenges after hurricanes with boats tossed around and damaged.
NAPLES Swim advisories lifted for several Collier County beaches The Florida Department of Health has said the water on South Marco Beach is safe to swim in.
FORT MYERS BEACH Impacts of Hurricane Milton on Fort Myers Beach Residents As we move forward from Hurricane Milton, some areas are seeing increased efforts in cleanup. Contractors and city vehicles on Fort Myers Beach are helping people take the debris out of their homes. Not only are crews cleaning but those who live here from what I’ve seen are just still going through their homes.
PUNTA GORDA Christmas decorations washed ashore after Milton A plastic storage bin washes up like a message in a bottle from Hurricane Milton. Inside the box labeled “Christmas” are antique decorations.
FORT MYERS FMPD seeking aid in identifying person of interest in homicide case FMPD shared a video of the person of interest on their Facebook page.
SANIBEL Is your brown, leafless tree really dead after Hurricane Milton? Brown, leafless trees are everywhere across Southwest Florida after Hurricane Milton. While you may be tempted to chop yours down, think twice.
Local World War II veteran full of life at 100 years old A local hero and World War II veteran is marking a huge milestone.
MATLACHA Lee County’s barrier islands see clean-up progress Deputies toured some of Lee County’s barrier islands, like Matlacha and Fort Myers Beach, to better understand the damage they’re facing after Hurricane Milton.
Peace River Wildlife Center unable to reopen after Milton A home for hundreds left in ruins and closed with no idea when it will come back. Here on WINK News, we have brought you the stories of people in nearby communities whose lives have been changed by Hurricane Milton. Now, we turn to the animals in this shelter who are now homeless.
ESTERO Florida Everblades ready for another title defense The Florida Everblades made history last season with their third-straight Kelly Cup title. Now, the Everblades are pushing for four in a row.
Grove City Grove City resident attempting to regroup after Hurricane Milton Residents in Grove City were impacted by Hurricane Milton but are now trying to regroup and move on.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for October 16, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for October 16, 2024.
PORT CHARLOTTE WINK News Game of the Week: Dunbar at Port Charlotte The Tigers and the Pirates return to the high school football gridiron after a multi-week hiatus because of Hurricane Milton.
Cousin among 2 teens implicated in fatal shooting of 16-year-old Among the two teenagers arrested in the shooting death of a 16-year-old girl in Hendry County is a cousin of the victim.
Charlotte County businesses grapple with hurricane damages Throughout Charlotte County, officials are tallying the number of businesses affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton that made landfall less than two weeks apart. City of Punta Gorda is conducting its own assessment of its business community.
Displaced boats after hurricanes becoming a concern for SWFL residents Florida is often called the boating capital of the world, but that brings challenges after hurricanes with boats tossed around and damaged.
NAPLES Swim advisories lifted for several Collier County beaches The Florida Department of Health has said the water on South Marco Beach is safe to swim in.
FORT MYERS BEACH Impacts of Hurricane Milton on Fort Myers Beach Residents As we move forward from Hurricane Milton, some areas are seeing increased efforts in cleanup. Contractors and city vehicles on Fort Myers Beach are helping people take the debris out of their homes. Not only are crews cleaning but those who live here from what I’ve seen are just still going through their homes.
PUNTA GORDA Christmas decorations washed ashore after Milton A plastic storage bin washes up like a message in a bottle from Hurricane Milton. Inside the box labeled “Christmas” are antique decorations.
FORT MYERS FMPD seeking aid in identifying person of interest in homicide case FMPD shared a video of the person of interest on their Facebook page.
SANIBEL Is your brown, leafless tree really dead after Hurricane Milton? Brown, leafless trees are everywhere across Southwest Florida after Hurricane Milton. While you may be tempted to chop yours down, think twice.
Local World War II veteran full of life at 100 years old A local hero and World War II veteran is marking a huge milestone.
MATLACHA Lee County’s barrier islands see clean-up progress Deputies toured some of Lee County’s barrier islands, like Matlacha and Fort Myers Beach, to better understand the damage they’re facing after Hurricane Milton.
Peace River Wildlife Center unable to reopen after Milton A home for hundreds left in ruins and closed with no idea when it will come back. Here on WINK News, we have brought you the stories of people in nearby communities whose lives have been changed by Hurricane Milton. Now, we turn to the animals in this shelter who are now homeless.
ESTERO Florida Everblades ready for another title defense The Florida Everblades made history last season with their third-straight Kelly Cup title. Now, the Everblades are pushing for four in a row.
Grove City Grove City resident attempting to regroup after Hurricane Milton Residents in Grove City were impacted by Hurricane Milton but are now trying to regroup and move on.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for October 16, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for October 16, 2024.
PORT CHARLOTTE WINK News Game of the Week: Dunbar at Port Charlotte The Tigers and the Pirates return to the high school football gridiron after a multi-week hiatus because of Hurricane Milton.
Cousin among 2 teens implicated in fatal shooting of 16-year-old Among the two teenagers arrested in the shooting death of a 16-year-old girl in Hendry County is a cousin of the victim.
Charlotte County businesses grapple with hurricane damages Throughout Charlotte County, officials are tallying the number of businesses affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton that made landfall less than two weeks apart. City of Punta Gorda is conducting its own assessment of its business community.
A local hero and World War II veteran is marking a huge milestone. Harry Long turned 100 on Oct. 15. His life has been filled with incredible stories, from flying bomber missions in the war to winning swimming contests and even a few appearances in commercials. If you ever wondered what a life well-lived looks like, you’ll find your answer in Long. He is still walking without a cane, dancing and singing karaoke with his wife. The World War II bomber pilot flew 33 missions over Germany. “And at one another stretch, six missions in a row, we had minor damage to our airplane,” Long said. A life filled with adventure, Long now reflects on the secrets behind his longevity. “Keep active is the main thing. Watch what you eat and drink and no smoking. We don’t eat fast food, which I think really helps,” Long said. “He is very strong and healthy. The doctor said, ‘That’s the strongest bones I’ve ever seen,'” said Marvis Long, his wife. The heart of his story is a love that has stood the test of time with 98-year-old Marvis. “I said, ‘How about going to dinner tonight?’ She said, ‘Can’t make it tonight,’ so she was playing hard to get,” Long said. “I couldn’t get over what a beautiful dancer [he was], and then he was singing to me, because he has a great tenor voice,” Marvis said. Their love story is 44 years long. “It’s hard to find a good man like that. It’s wonderful; we had a great marriage. We’ve had a lot of fun,” Marvis said. They also survived Hurricane Ian. “We ended up staying in the house, water right up into here, lost the house,” Long said. But just like in battle, they won’t give up. “He’s a great husband and a great man,” Long said. Given the chance, Long said he would do it all over again: fly those bombers, face life’s challenges and share his life with Marvis.