Cape Coral Animal Shelter volunteers distribute gifts to cats and dogsDozens volunteer to feed over 500 people at St. Matthew’s House
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Animal Shelter volunteers distribute gifts to cats and dogs Christmas is meant to be merry, but for dogs and cats waiting for their forever homes it can be anything but.
NAPLES Dozens volunteer to feed over 500 people at St. Matthew’s House The St. Matthews House fed nearly 500 people hot and traditional holiday meals at their Naples shelter on Wednesday.
CAPE CORAL Project Siren; Cape Coral chaplain praying for first responders The sound of sirens, life and death hang in the balance. A cape coral chaplain bows his head and says a prayer.
FORT MYERS Residents celebrate Hanukkah and Christmas on the same day Hanukkah begins Wednesday with the lighting of the first candle. Each night, another candle will be lit until all eight shine bright.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood residents still recovering from hurricanes on Christmas Neighbors on Lemon Bay Drive in Englewood said their homes had never seen a drop of a water from a hurricane until 2024.
FORT MYERS Dr. Piper Center hosts annual Christmas Celebration Dozens of children are enjoying new bicycles on Christmas day thanks to the generosity of the Dr. Piper Center.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 25, 2024 This weekly Most Wanted Wednesday WINK News segment features fugitives from justice in Southwest Florida.
Spending the holidays with first responders For most of us, Christmas is about spending time with family, but one group is making sure our families are staying safe.
More clouds and a few showers for your Christmas Day plans The Weather Authority is tracking more clouds on Christmas day than we saw on Christmas Eve and the chance for a few showers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Adoptive family spends first Christmas together Family come in all shapes and sizes but all share one common thing, their love for each other. One southwest Florida woman couldn’t have kids, so she built her family through adoption and fostering.
PUNTA GORDA Man accused of shooting man at Punta Gorda motel A man has been arrested after allegedly shooting another man during a physical dispute at a Punta Gorda motel.
What’s open and closed on Christmas Day in SWFL On Christmas Day, many businesses and services are closed, including most retail stores, offices, and government buildings.
NAPLES Celebrating Christmas Eve with the Magic of Lights Across southwest Florida, people have been feeling the Christmas spirit. In Collier County, families at the Magic of Lights experience counted down the minutes to Santa’s arrival in awe of the spectacular display.
FORT MYERS BEACH Beachgoers enjoy Fort Myers Beach on Christmas Eve Whether you’re a full-time Floridian, a snowbird or just vacationing here for Christmas, it was a great day to go to the beach.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA ‘Chrismukkah’; Two major holidays fall on the same day This year Christmas and Hanukkah fall on the same day. Many people of both faiths across our area will participate in the rare opportunity to celebrate both holidays.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Animal Shelter volunteers distribute gifts to cats and dogs Christmas is meant to be merry, but for dogs and cats waiting for their forever homes it can be anything but.
NAPLES Dozens volunteer to feed over 500 people at St. Matthew’s House The St. Matthews House fed nearly 500 people hot and traditional holiday meals at their Naples shelter on Wednesday.
CAPE CORAL Project Siren; Cape Coral chaplain praying for first responders The sound of sirens, life and death hang in the balance. A cape coral chaplain bows his head and says a prayer.
FORT MYERS Residents celebrate Hanukkah and Christmas on the same day Hanukkah begins Wednesday with the lighting of the first candle. Each night, another candle will be lit until all eight shine bright.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood residents still recovering from hurricanes on Christmas Neighbors on Lemon Bay Drive in Englewood said their homes had never seen a drop of a water from a hurricane until 2024.
FORT MYERS Dr. Piper Center hosts annual Christmas Celebration Dozens of children are enjoying new bicycles on Christmas day thanks to the generosity of the Dr. Piper Center.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 25, 2024 This weekly Most Wanted Wednesday WINK News segment features fugitives from justice in Southwest Florida.
Spending the holidays with first responders For most of us, Christmas is about spending time with family, but one group is making sure our families are staying safe.
More clouds and a few showers for your Christmas Day plans The Weather Authority is tracking more clouds on Christmas day than we saw on Christmas Eve and the chance for a few showers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Adoptive family spends first Christmas together Family come in all shapes and sizes but all share one common thing, their love for each other. One southwest Florida woman couldn’t have kids, so she built her family through adoption and fostering.
PUNTA GORDA Man accused of shooting man at Punta Gorda motel A man has been arrested after allegedly shooting another man during a physical dispute at a Punta Gorda motel.
What’s open and closed on Christmas Day in SWFL On Christmas Day, many businesses and services are closed, including most retail stores, offices, and government buildings.
NAPLES Celebrating Christmas Eve with the Magic of Lights Across southwest Florida, people have been feeling the Christmas spirit. In Collier County, families at the Magic of Lights experience counted down the minutes to Santa’s arrival in awe of the spectacular display.
FORT MYERS BEACH Beachgoers enjoy Fort Myers Beach on Christmas Eve Whether you’re a full-time Floridian, a snowbird or just vacationing here for Christmas, it was a great day to go to the beach.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA ‘Chrismukkah’; Two major holidays fall on the same day This year Christmas and Hanukkah fall on the same day. Many people of both faiths across our area will participate in the rare opportunity to celebrate both holidays.
CREDIT: WINK News On Christmas Day, many businesses and services are closed, including most retail stores, offices, and government buildings. Some restaurants, particularly those in popular tourist areas, may remain open and offer festive meals or a regular menu. Grocery stores and shopping centers are generally closed, though some convenience stores and pharmacies may operate with shorter hours. Here’s what’s open and closed in Southwest Florida: What’s Open: Gas Stations 7-Eleven Shell Chevron and BP stations Convenience Stores CVS Pharmacy Walgreens Family Dollar Dollar General Fast food chains McDonalds Taco Bell Wendy’s Burger King An employee wearing protective gloves hands an order to a customer through a drive-thru window at a McDonald’s Corp. restaurant in Oakland, California, U.S., on Thursday, April 9, 2020. Some of America’s fast-food workers are finally getting face masks and emergency sick days to help get them through the coronavirus outbreak. Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images Restaurants The Ritz-Carlton, Naples Bayside Seafood Grill & Bar The Capital Grille M Waterfront Grille Outback Steakhouse The Dock at Crayton Cove The Turtle Club Attractions Edison & Ford Winter Estates Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Lovers Key State Park Movie Theaters AMC Theaters Airport Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is open on Christmas Day, and some airlines operate flights. Check with your airline for specific flight schedules and availability. What’s Closed: Grocery Stores Publix Supermarkets Walmart Target Whole Foods Market Retail Stores Most Malls and Shopping Centers (e.g., Coconut Point Mall, Miromar Outlets, Gulf Coast Town Center) Gulf Coast Town Center’s Christmas tree lights up the night on Saturday, Nov. 25 (CREDIT: WINK News) Fast food chains Chick-fil-A Dunkin’ Government Services Post Offices USPS offices are closed on Christmas Day, and there is no mail delivery. The same goes for package services like FedEx and UPS DMV and Government Offices: Local government offices in cities like Fort Myers, Naples, and Cape Coral (such as the Lee County Clerk of Courts or Collier County Clerk offices) Banks Most banks (e.g., Bank of America, Chase, Wells Fargo), ATMs, and online banking services are still available, but branch offices are closed. Healthcare and Medical Facilities Doctor’s Offices Dental offices Chiropractic centers Routine medical clinics: Many urgent care centers and walk-in clinics will be closed or may have limited hours Routine medical services like physical therapy centers and laboratories are typically closed Public Transportation LeeTran and Collier Area Transit (CAT) typically run on limited schedules or do not operate