Lee County cousins arrested for street racing at 90 mph in Lehigh AcresFort Myers activist reacts to shutdown of government reproductive rights website
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County cousins arrested for street racing at 90 mph in Lehigh Acres Lee County deputies arrested two men after witnessing them racing down Lee Boulevard at nearly 90 mph.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers activist reacts to shutdown of government reproductive rights website The website ReproductiveRights.gov, which offered resources on abortion and reproductive rights, is no longer accessible.
2 southwest Floridians involved in January 6 attack pardoned and commuted by President Trump Two men involved in the January 6th attack are now back in southwest Florida, thanks to a series of pardons from President Trump.
ESTERO Local teen golfer to play at Augusta National One drive at a time, 14-year-old Jesus Bethencourt is doing something most only dream of: playing at Augusta National.
AI traffic cameras helping Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office solve crimes Artificial intelligence has been helping the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office solve crimes.
ESTERO SWFL siblings start official Pickleball World Cup Hercilio and Miranda Cabieses love pickleball so much they make it their mission to share it with the world.
MARCO ISLAND Proposal to bring in police cameras to Marco Island Marco Island city leaders are considering a proposal for police officers to wear body cameras. The idea aims to modernize the department and increase trust with citizens.
FORT MYERS Increasing deportation raises concerns for migrant workers in SWFL With the fear of mass deportations and raids many are wondering whether any will happen here. Any mass deportations could adversely affect construction and agriculture.
Lee County schools survey parents on classroom phone restrictions Lee County Schools is considering changes to its student code of conduct regarding the use of wireless communication devices during the school day.
NAPLES New NCH technology to destroy tumors NCH is upping its cancer-fighting game by becoming the first in Florida to acquire a new technology designed to destroy tumors.
FORT MYERS Alliance for the Arts to host 39th annual All Florida Juried Exhibition The Alliance for the Arts will be hosting the 39th Annual All Florida Juried Exhibit.
ESTERO FGCU softball coach David Deiros to retire after 2025 season FGCU softball head coach David Deiros will retire from coaching at the end of the 2025 season.
Tim Aten Knows: SWFL to see expansion of Oar & Iron, Kelly’s Roast Beef The restaurant franchise group for the Boston-based Kelly’s Roast Beef and Oar & Iron Raw Bar & Grill recently burst out of the gate in Collier and Lee counties with aggressive expansion plans for both dining concepts.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man gets life in prison for fatal fentanyl distribution A Fort Myers man will spend the rest of his life in jail for distributing a lethal dose of fentanyl.
Fort Myers council to discuss $11.5M bid for News-Press site redevelopment The Fort Myers News-Press building, a site with a long history and untapped potential, may soon undergo a transformation.
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County cousins arrested for street racing at 90 mph in Lehigh Acres Lee County deputies arrested two men after witnessing them racing down Lee Boulevard at nearly 90 mph.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers activist reacts to shutdown of government reproductive rights website The website ReproductiveRights.gov, which offered resources on abortion and reproductive rights, is no longer accessible.
2 southwest Floridians involved in January 6 attack pardoned and commuted by President Trump Two men involved in the January 6th attack are now back in southwest Florida, thanks to a series of pardons from President Trump.
ESTERO Local teen golfer to play at Augusta National One drive at a time, 14-year-old Jesus Bethencourt is doing something most only dream of: playing at Augusta National.
AI traffic cameras helping Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office solve crimes Artificial intelligence has been helping the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office solve crimes.
ESTERO SWFL siblings start official Pickleball World Cup Hercilio and Miranda Cabieses love pickleball so much they make it their mission to share it with the world.
MARCO ISLAND Proposal to bring in police cameras to Marco Island Marco Island city leaders are considering a proposal for police officers to wear body cameras. The idea aims to modernize the department and increase trust with citizens.
FORT MYERS Increasing deportation raises concerns for migrant workers in SWFL With the fear of mass deportations and raids many are wondering whether any will happen here. Any mass deportations could adversely affect construction and agriculture.
Lee County schools survey parents on classroom phone restrictions Lee County Schools is considering changes to its student code of conduct regarding the use of wireless communication devices during the school day.
NAPLES New NCH technology to destroy tumors NCH is upping its cancer-fighting game by becoming the first in Florida to acquire a new technology designed to destroy tumors.
FORT MYERS Alliance for the Arts to host 39th annual All Florida Juried Exhibition The Alliance for the Arts will be hosting the 39th Annual All Florida Juried Exhibit.
ESTERO FGCU softball coach David Deiros to retire after 2025 season FGCU softball head coach David Deiros will retire from coaching at the end of the 2025 season.
Tim Aten Knows: SWFL to see expansion of Oar & Iron, Kelly’s Roast Beef The restaurant franchise group for the Boston-based Kelly’s Roast Beef and Oar & Iron Raw Bar & Grill recently burst out of the gate in Collier and Lee counties with aggressive expansion plans for both dining concepts.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man gets life in prison for fatal fentanyl distribution A Fort Myers man will spend the rest of his life in jail for distributing a lethal dose of fentanyl.
Fort Myers council to discuss $11.5M bid for News-Press site redevelopment The Fort Myers News-Press building, a site with a long history and untapped potential, may soon undergo a transformation.
Photo by Anna-Louise on Pexels.com The countdown is on for 2025 as people around the globe prepare to give 2024 its final send-off this New Year’s Eve. In Southwest Florida, several events are set to be held as locals usher in the new year. Festivities in downtown Fort Myers will begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesday and run until 12:30 a.m. on Wednesday. The iconic New Year’s ball drop will occur near the Luminary Hotel, with live music, fireworks, and plenty of food and drinks available to keep the party rolling. WINK News spoke with Trisha Davis, owner of Scoops on First, about what business owners can expect as New Year’s marks the official start of tourist season in Southwest Florida.  “It’s been a tough off-season this year between hurricanes, the bridge and the election. It’s just been a bad off-season, so anytime there’s any event, especially a long event that’s about six hours long,” said Davis. “It’s very good for all of our businesses, and I believe we will be very happy to have it after a very rough off-season.” The Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Department will host its New Year’s Eve Celebration in Downtown Cape Coral at Southeast 47th Terrace from 6 p.m. to midnight. The family-friendly free celebration will have its trademark two ball drops, one at 8 p.m. and one at midnight. There will also be live music, food vendors, fireworks and more. In Fort Myers Beach, merriment will be plenty as party-goers congregate at Bayside Park for live music, drinking and eating. After the ball drops at midnight, the fireworks will begin offshore of the Times Square area. Note: The Matanzas Pass Bridge will be closed to oncoming traffic from 11 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. Big Carlos Pass Bridge on the south end of the Island will be open. LeeTran will offer extended transportation services in Downtown Fort Myers and on Fort Myers Beach for New Year’s Eve festivities. RELATED: LeeTran to provide extended service for New Year’s Eve festivities In Collier County, the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, will host its New Year’s Eve Black-Tie Gala. The event will include a five-course champagne dinner and dancing, with live music performed by international jazz musician Stella Cole. Elegant, formal attire is suggested for an evening of celebration, including dinner and dancing. For more information and to purchase your ticket, click here. In Punta Gorda, Fisherman’s Village will hold its bombastic New Year’s Eve Celebration and Fireworks Display. According to PureFlorida.com, “This family-friendly event runs from 6 p.m. to midnight on Dec. 31 and will keep you entertained throughout the night. Hundreds join the celebration and keep the dance floor at Center Court groovin’ until the clock strikes midnight!”