Possible drones spotted in Englewood Neighbors in Englewood, North Port, and Venice are puzzled about what could be in the sky. Some say it’s two planes close to each other. Others say it’s drones.
ESTERO Everblades’ Logan Lambdin works on post-hockey life as a realtor Florida Everblades forward Logan Lambdin works as a realtor away for the ice as a way to prepare for his post-hockey life.
FORT MYERS BEACH Addressing traffic headaches on Fort Myers Beach Fort Myers Beach traffic causes a big annoyance for many beachgoers. The Matanzas pass the bridge to get onto the island and can be backed up, eating into that beach relaxation time.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres roads covered in graffiti and broken glass If you travel to Lehigh Acres, some of the streets aren’t clean. You might notice paint splattering the roads and vandals behind the mess. It’s not just paint but broken glass, too.
PORT CHARLOTTE Caught on Camera: Charlotte County deputy SUV rolls over A Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office vehicle was seen rolling over on a road in Port Charlotte.
FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers spends millions to improve digital infrastructure The City of Fort Myers is spending nearly $8 million to improve its digital infrastructure.
FORT MYERS Wade Wilson’s automatic death penalty appeal begins The man convicted and sentenced to death for the killing of two Cape Coral women has begun his first of many appeals to the death sentence he got last year.
Photo shows SWFL teens hit in New Orleans terrorist attack reunited in hospital The grandfather of one of the teens struck by a truck in a New Orleans terrorist attack has released a picture of the teens sharing an emotional moment in the hospital.
FORT MYERS Goodbye mocking bird, hello flamingo? A bill to change the official state bird has been filed in the Florida House of Representatives.
Charlotte County projects $362M cost from Hurricane Ian As Charlotte County officials await cost estimates from the impacts of 2024 hurricanes Helene and Milton, the county is already reeling from the $362,021,150 cost of Hurricane Ian in 2022.
CAPE CORAL Final report reveals cause of February airplane crash in Cape Coral The National Transportation Safety Board has released the cause of the airplane crash that occurred in Cape Coral in February.
VANDERBILT BEACH Collier County issues red tide alert for beaches If you’re thinking of heading to the beach in Collier County, heed this warning.
LCSO nonprofit plans to rezone 10 acres of North Fort Myers riverfront for deputy homes The story of Home Front Heroes so far spans three years and has connections to tens of thousands of dollars in political donations.
Final day approaches to apply for FEMA hurricane assistance Those affected by the 2024 hurricane season have until Tuesday to apply for assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
San Carlos Park Lee County students ride school bus for first time after lengthy district battle For the first time this school year, a local mother can put her children on an actual school bus to get to class.
Possible drones spotted in Englewood Neighbors in Englewood, North Port, and Venice are puzzled about what could be in the sky. Some say it’s two planes close to each other. Others say it’s drones.
ESTERO Everblades’ Logan Lambdin works on post-hockey life as a realtor Florida Everblades forward Logan Lambdin works as a realtor away for the ice as a way to prepare for his post-hockey life.
FORT MYERS BEACH Addressing traffic headaches on Fort Myers Beach Fort Myers Beach traffic causes a big annoyance for many beachgoers. The Matanzas pass the bridge to get onto the island and can be backed up, eating into that beach relaxation time.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres roads covered in graffiti and broken glass If you travel to Lehigh Acres, some of the streets aren’t clean. You might notice paint splattering the roads and vandals behind the mess. It’s not just paint but broken glass, too.
PORT CHARLOTTE Caught on Camera: Charlotte County deputy SUV rolls over A Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office vehicle was seen rolling over on a road in Port Charlotte.
FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers spends millions to improve digital infrastructure The City of Fort Myers is spending nearly $8 million to improve its digital infrastructure.
FORT MYERS Wade Wilson’s automatic death penalty appeal begins The man convicted and sentenced to death for the killing of two Cape Coral women has begun his first of many appeals to the death sentence he got last year.
Photo shows SWFL teens hit in New Orleans terrorist attack reunited in hospital The grandfather of one of the teens struck by a truck in a New Orleans terrorist attack has released a picture of the teens sharing an emotional moment in the hospital.
FORT MYERS Goodbye mocking bird, hello flamingo? A bill to change the official state bird has been filed in the Florida House of Representatives.
Charlotte County projects $362M cost from Hurricane Ian As Charlotte County officials await cost estimates from the impacts of 2024 hurricanes Helene and Milton, the county is already reeling from the $362,021,150 cost of Hurricane Ian in 2022.
CAPE CORAL Final report reveals cause of February airplane crash in Cape Coral The National Transportation Safety Board has released the cause of the airplane crash that occurred in Cape Coral in February.
VANDERBILT BEACH Collier County issues red tide alert for beaches If you’re thinking of heading to the beach in Collier County, heed this warning.
LCSO nonprofit plans to rezone 10 acres of North Fort Myers riverfront for deputy homes The story of Home Front Heroes so far spans three years and has connections to tens of thousands of dollars in political donations.
Final day approaches to apply for FEMA hurricane assistance Those affected by the 2024 hurricane season have until Tuesday to apply for assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
San Carlos Park Lee County students ride school bus for first time after lengthy district battle For the first time this school year, a local mother can put her children on an actual school bus to get to class.
Credit: WINK News Hendry County deputies, along with first responders, are currently on the scene of a traffic crash near Sky Valley at the intersection of South US 27 and Bass Road. This crash involved three vehicles and happened Thursday evening. Currently, southbound lanes on US 27 are blocked. Hendry County Sheriff’s Office is urging drivers to use care while traveling through this area. Drivers should expect travel delays. Updates will be provided as they are made available. Stay tuned to WINKNews.com, WINK News App, streaming, and on-air for any new developments on this story.