2 years since Charlotte County deputy was killed on I-75Mostly sunny and cool afternoon ahead for your Friday
2 years since Charlotte County deputy was killed on I-75 A somber day for the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office as one of their own was killed during a traffic stop on Interstate 75 exactly two years ago.
the weather authority Mostly sunny and cool afternoon ahead for your Friday The Weather Authority is tracking a mostly sunny and cool Friday afternoon with breezy conditions throughout the day.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood nonprofit gives hope to residents amid hurricane recovery Many people in Charlotte County were hit hard by storms this hurricane season, but that won’t stop them from giving back to their community.
NAPLES CSN’s Jayvian Tanelus and offensive line erupt in round one Community School of Naples’ offensive line and Jayvian Tanelus put on a show in round one of the playoffs earning them player of the week.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral family opens home up for the holidays A Cape Coral family has gotten over 1,000 interactions on a Facebook post after opening up their home for the holidays.
SANIBEL Sanibel police trained and certified to catch alligators by FWC Pinning an apex predator down with little more than bare hands and tape: That’s what the Sanibel Police Department went through during alligator-catching certification training.
Southwest Florida welcomes first proton beam therapy center This is a big week in cancer care for patients in Southwest Florida and beyond.
PUNTA GORDA Whats next after Punta Gorda city manager’s resignation? Punta Gorda city manager Greg Murray said he resigned Monday but told the council on Wednesday. Now, Melissa Reichert is the interim city manager.
FORT MYERS BEACH 34th annual American Sand Sculpting Championship begins on Fort Myers Beach After a years long wait, the American Sand Sculpting Competition on Fort Myers Beach returned on Thursday.
CAPE CORAL City council members talk about decision to repeal stipend ordinance A vote of 5 to 3 ends the saga over the Cape Coral City Council stipend and new members of the city council are sending a message they’re doing things differently.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers food pantry provides Thanksgiving meals to neighbors Dozens of people stopped by Sunshine Health’s food pantry one week before Thanksgiving. Sunshine Health is delivering hope.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach loses FEMA insurance discount The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has placed Fort Myers Beach (FMB) on probation.
FORT MYERS WINK News Game of the Week: Riverdale at Fort Myers Our WINK News Game of the Week is the regional semifinal matchup between Fort Myers and Riverdale, a rematch from the regular season finale two weeks ago.
NAPLES Hope for the Holidays turkey distribution event in Collier County A Naples nonprofit is expected to feed nearly 2,000 families.
Parts of Lee County to keep FEMA discount According to the Lee County Government, residents in parts of Lee County will keep their FEMA discount.
2 years since Charlotte County deputy was killed on I-75 A somber day for the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office as one of their own was killed during a traffic stop on Interstate 75 exactly two years ago.
the weather authority Mostly sunny and cool afternoon ahead for your Friday The Weather Authority is tracking a mostly sunny and cool Friday afternoon with breezy conditions throughout the day.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood nonprofit gives hope to residents amid hurricane recovery Many people in Charlotte County were hit hard by storms this hurricane season, but that won’t stop them from giving back to their community.
NAPLES CSN’s Jayvian Tanelus and offensive line erupt in round one Community School of Naples’ offensive line and Jayvian Tanelus put on a show in round one of the playoffs earning them player of the week.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral family opens home up for the holidays A Cape Coral family has gotten over 1,000 interactions on a Facebook post after opening up their home for the holidays.
SANIBEL Sanibel police trained and certified to catch alligators by FWC Pinning an apex predator down with little more than bare hands and tape: That’s what the Sanibel Police Department went through during alligator-catching certification training.
Southwest Florida welcomes first proton beam therapy center This is a big week in cancer care for patients in Southwest Florida and beyond.
PUNTA GORDA Whats next after Punta Gorda city manager’s resignation? Punta Gorda city manager Greg Murray said he resigned Monday but told the council on Wednesday. Now, Melissa Reichert is the interim city manager.
FORT MYERS BEACH 34th annual American Sand Sculpting Championship begins on Fort Myers Beach After a years long wait, the American Sand Sculpting Competition on Fort Myers Beach returned on Thursday.
CAPE CORAL City council members talk about decision to repeal stipend ordinance A vote of 5 to 3 ends the saga over the Cape Coral City Council stipend and new members of the city council are sending a message they’re doing things differently.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers food pantry provides Thanksgiving meals to neighbors Dozens of people stopped by Sunshine Health’s food pantry one week before Thanksgiving. Sunshine Health is delivering hope.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach loses FEMA insurance discount The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has placed Fort Myers Beach (FMB) on probation.
FORT MYERS WINK News Game of the Week: Riverdale at Fort Myers Our WINK News Game of the Week is the regional semifinal matchup between Fort Myers and Riverdale, a rematch from the regular season finale two weeks ago.
NAPLES Hope for the Holidays turkey distribution event in Collier County A Naples nonprofit is expected to feed nearly 2,000 families.
Parts of Lee County to keep FEMA discount According to the Lee County Government, residents in parts of Lee County will keep their FEMA discount.
A family is paying their final respects to a teen, gone too soon. Sixteen year old Ja’yhanna Johnson will never smile brightly again, but her memory lives on through those who knew and loved her as they fight for justice. Her family and loved ones held a viewing for her on Friday evening at the True Vine church in Clewiston. Her cheerleading team also joined together to do something special in her honor. They say they remember the teen for her bright smile and larger than life personality. RELATED: Clewiston teen killed by stray bullet during dance RELATED: Two arrested in Clewiston teen’s murder RELATED: Homegoing services announced for 16-year-old killed by stray bullet Homecoming is typically a time for fellowship among alumni, students and football, but this year’s annual event felt different for the Clewiston high school community. Johnson was shot and killed by a stray bullet during a party at the Harlem gardens apartment complex two weeks ago. That reality has been hard to accept for Johnson’s best friend, Emily Victoria Walker and her cousin, Tmyah Collins.“I can’t believe it. I don’t believe it,” said Collins. “I’ve been feeling a lot of mixed emotions. Some days are better than others. Nights are very hard. Days are pretty okay,” said Walker. Several days after her death, close friends and family said their goodbyes during a viewing service for Johnson. They reminisced about the positive impact she made on those around her.“She was really, like, the light of our world, you know, like, if you were going through something and you knew Jay, or had Jay in your life, like, life wasn’t that bad,” said Collins. “Jay was our bundle of sunshine. She’s always laughing, giggling. She’s the goofiest girl out of our friend group. Anytime that she’s in a room, it just lights up. She was our angel with an attitude,” said Walker Johnson had that same force on the sidelines as a cheerleader for Clewiston high.“I would say fierce. She was a very fierce cheerleader, like her voice stood out amongst us all. So like, if Jay was saying the words you knew she was saying the words,” said Collins. The words tonight are “Remember Johnson” as her teammates pay tribute to her during homecoming where she once cheered on the sidelines.“We’re bringing these shirts to the game, and where she stands at the games We have a portrait of her as well as flowers at school. Every morning we take a moment of silence for her, and tonight someone’s going to be giving a speech,” said Walker. A life gone too soon, but a name that will never be forgotten. “By the end of this, I want everyone to know her name. Like this isn’t where it stops. So, I feel honored to be able to honor her and take her through life with us. Even though she’s not here physically, we know that she’s here spiritually and in her heart,” said Walker. Johnson’s close friends and family will paying their final respects on Saturday, during her funeral at new harvest church at 2 p.m.