FORT MYERS BEACH Getting the help you need from FEMA Jeff Keenan has been out of his condo on Fort Myers Beach since Hurricane Ian.
FORT MYERS Cold Case Solved: Man sentenced for 2004 murder of Lee County man A family is now able to have closure after a cold case was solved 20 years after it happened.
MATLACHA The Blue Dog Bar and Grill reopens on Matlacha The Blue Dog Bar and Grill on Matlacha has reopened after being damaged by two back-to-back Hurricanes.
SWFL homeowners investing in water filtration systems After hurricanes Helene and Milton, many homeowners are turning to the trend of adding water filtration systems to protect their plumbing and improve their water quality.
GROVE CITY Boat stuck in Grove City backyard after Hurricane Milton One Charlotte County community is still picking up from Hurricane Milton. The Grove City community is just south of McCall Road.
FGCU FGCU basketball player helps treat others during Peru mission trip FGCU power forward Michael Duax went to Peru on a mission trip in the offseason to help give medical care to those in the country.
WINK NEWS Collier County Public Schools mourns death of student According to the letter, a number of resources will be offered to students in the affected school.
FORT MYERS Vitamin B1 may help Alzheimer’s patients; locals involved in national study Could a vitamin supplement help stop the progression of Alzheimer’s disease? It is a tantalizing proposition and one being studied in SWFL.
FORT MYERS 2 men wanted for theft at Bealls in Fort Myers The Southwest Florida CrimeStoppers are asking for the public’s help in identifying two men wanted for stealing from a Bealls in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS G.O. bonds: A measure to fund city parks A go bond, or general obligation bond, is a way to raise money from taxpayers for projects that are meant to improve people’s quality of life.
Amendment 3: Recreational marijuana legalization Where there’s passion, there’s big money. Supporters and opponents have spent well over $100 million dollars on amendment three.
Lee County to vote on Lee Health conversion Oct. 28 The final vote by the Lee County Board of Commissioners on Lee Health’s conversion from a public nonprofit to a private nonprofit will take place in a special meeting at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 28, after being rescheduled due to the approach of Hurricane Milton earlier this month.
Post-Hurricane Ian built home breaks Fort Myers Beach residential sale record The post-Hurricane Ian luxury housing market just set a new standard for pricing with a record-setting deal on Fort Myers Beach.
NAPLES Elderly Naples couple pleads guilty to stealing from stores to sell on eBay On Tuesday, a Naples couple pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud over the course of two years.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County reopens several parks, playgrounds and pavilions Charlotte County reopened several parks, playgrounds and pavilions, giving residents more options for enjoying the outdoors.
FORT MYERS BEACH Getting the help you need from FEMA Jeff Keenan has been out of his condo on Fort Myers Beach since Hurricane Ian.
FORT MYERS Cold Case Solved: Man sentenced for 2004 murder of Lee County man A family is now able to have closure after a cold case was solved 20 years after it happened.
MATLACHA The Blue Dog Bar and Grill reopens on Matlacha The Blue Dog Bar and Grill on Matlacha has reopened after being damaged by two back-to-back Hurricanes.
SWFL homeowners investing in water filtration systems After hurricanes Helene and Milton, many homeowners are turning to the trend of adding water filtration systems to protect their plumbing and improve their water quality.
GROVE CITY Boat stuck in Grove City backyard after Hurricane Milton One Charlotte County community is still picking up from Hurricane Milton. The Grove City community is just south of McCall Road.
FGCU FGCU basketball player helps treat others during Peru mission trip FGCU power forward Michael Duax went to Peru on a mission trip in the offseason to help give medical care to those in the country.
WINK NEWS Collier County Public Schools mourns death of student According to the letter, a number of resources will be offered to students in the affected school.
FORT MYERS Vitamin B1 may help Alzheimer’s patients; locals involved in national study Could a vitamin supplement help stop the progression of Alzheimer’s disease? It is a tantalizing proposition and one being studied in SWFL.
FORT MYERS 2 men wanted for theft at Bealls in Fort Myers The Southwest Florida CrimeStoppers are asking for the public’s help in identifying two men wanted for stealing from a Bealls in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS G.O. bonds: A measure to fund city parks A go bond, or general obligation bond, is a way to raise money from taxpayers for projects that are meant to improve people’s quality of life.
Amendment 3: Recreational marijuana legalization Where there’s passion, there’s big money. Supporters and opponents have spent well over $100 million dollars on amendment three.
Lee County to vote on Lee Health conversion Oct. 28 The final vote by the Lee County Board of Commissioners on Lee Health’s conversion from a public nonprofit to a private nonprofit will take place in a special meeting at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 28, after being rescheduled due to the approach of Hurricane Milton earlier this month.
Post-Hurricane Ian built home breaks Fort Myers Beach residential sale record The post-Hurricane Ian luxury housing market just set a new standard for pricing with a record-setting deal on Fort Myers Beach.
NAPLES Elderly Naples couple pleads guilty to stealing from stores to sell on eBay On Tuesday, a Naples couple pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud over the course of two years.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County reopens several parks, playgrounds and pavilions Charlotte County reopened several parks, playgrounds and pavilions, giving residents more options for enjoying the outdoors.
Collier County Public Schools (CREDIT: WINK News) On Sunday, a letter was sent out by a Collier County Public Schools principal announcing the death of a student. The North Collier Fire District confirmed to us that they did respond and said that all they can share is the call came in on Thursday at 11:53 a.m. for a child choking. However, the identity of the student, the school where this occurred and the official cause of death remain unknown to the public. According to the letter, a number of resources will be offered to students in the affected school. “Members of the District Crisis Team and our school counselors will be available to assist students impacted by the loss and will continue to be available as needed,” read the letter. WINK News reached out to CCPS regarding the death. Their response reads as follows: “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of one of our Collier County Public Schools (CCPS) students. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to their family, friends and all those affected by this tragic loss. CCPS is committed to providing support and resources to our school community during this difficult time.” Stay tuned to WINKNews.com, WINK News App, streaming and on-air for any new developments on this story.