Man accused of stealing ATV from DeSoto County campgroundFort Myers hospital offers free autism screening for young children
Man accused of stealing ATV from DeSoto County campground A man has been arrested after allegedly driving an ATV that was reported stolen last year in DeSoto County.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers hospital offers free autism screening for young children Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida is offering free monthly autism spectrum disorder screenings for toddlers aged 18 months to 5 years.
FWC rescues 30 sea turtles from cold waters amid freezing temperatures Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers recently braved icy waters to rescue around 30 sea turtles.
Clarifying our style referencing the president’s name in stories WINK News has received multiple emails from viewers concerned about our approach to referring to President Donald Trump, both on-air and online, only by his last name on second reference.
Southwest Florida International Airport JetBlue begins nonstop travel from RSW to Manchester, NH The Southwest Florida International Airport has announced JetBlue will begin nonstop service to Manchester, New Hampshire.
Winkler & Gladiolus farmland sells for $19.97M, to become apartments One of the few pieces of farmland left on Gladiolus Drive in south Fort Myers has sold and will join its neighboring properties as being developed to become part of the surrounding suburbia.
Village Council seeks to put Estero sports park on fast track Village of Estero’s sports park took another step forward Jan. 22 when village leaders unanimously approved the master plan.
Lee County and partners activate Cold Weather Outreach Plan Lee County Government is coordinating with several of its partner agencies for cold-weather outreach this week.
Fort Myers man arrested on multiple charges after fleeing from FHP The Florida Highway Patrol has arrested a Fort Myers man accused of reckless driving and possession of illegal substances.
Man arrested for DUI manslaughter following fatal El Jobean Bridge crash The Florida Highway Patrol has arrested a man accused of DUI manslaughter following a fatal crash on the El Jobean Bridge in Charlotte County.
the weather authority Light showers with clouds and chilly temperatures this Thursday The Weather Authority is tracking light showers along with chillier and cloudier conditions expected throughout this Thursday.
Sanibel Prescribed burns to be considered in Sanibel; aims to protect against wildfires Residents of Sanibel may soon notice smoke rising from the island, but there is no cause for alarm.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
FORT MYERS FGCU staff honored by Lee County NAACP for response to hate crime The Lee County NAACP honored Florida Gulf Coast University for fighting hate with love. Professor Dr. Peter Ndiangui’s home was vandalized.
Charlotte County sheriff: deputy-involved shooting suspect was on 68 medications Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell has revealed new details regarding a deputy-involved shooting on Eager Road last week.
Man accused of stealing ATV from DeSoto County campground A man has been arrested after allegedly driving an ATV that was reported stolen last year in DeSoto County.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers hospital offers free autism screening for young children Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida is offering free monthly autism spectrum disorder screenings for toddlers aged 18 months to 5 years.
FWC rescues 30 sea turtles from cold waters amid freezing temperatures Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers recently braved icy waters to rescue around 30 sea turtles.
Clarifying our style referencing the president’s name in stories WINK News has received multiple emails from viewers concerned about our approach to referring to President Donald Trump, both on-air and online, only by his last name on second reference.
Southwest Florida International Airport JetBlue begins nonstop travel from RSW to Manchester, NH The Southwest Florida International Airport has announced JetBlue will begin nonstop service to Manchester, New Hampshire.
Winkler & Gladiolus farmland sells for $19.97M, to become apartments One of the few pieces of farmland left on Gladiolus Drive in south Fort Myers has sold and will join its neighboring properties as being developed to become part of the surrounding suburbia.
Village Council seeks to put Estero sports park on fast track Village of Estero’s sports park took another step forward Jan. 22 when village leaders unanimously approved the master plan.
Lee County and partners activate Cold Weather Outreach Plan Lee County Government is coordinating with several of its partner agencies for cold-weather outreach this week.
Fort Myers man arrested on multiple charges after fleeing from FHP The Florida Highway Patrol has arrested a Fort Myers man accused of reckless driving and possession of illegal substances.
Man arrested for DUI manslaughter following fatal El Jobean Bridge crash The Florida Highway Patrol has arrested a man accused of DUI manslaughter following a fatal crash on the El Jobean Bridge in Charlotte County.
the weather authority Light showers with clouds and chilly temperatures this Thursday The Weather Authority is tracking light showers along with chillier and cloudier conditions expected throughout this Thursday.
Sanibel Prescribed burns to be considered in Sanibel; aims to protect against wildfires Residents of Sanibel may soon notice smoke rising from the island, but there is no cause for alarm.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
FORT MYERS FGCU staff honored by Lee County NAACP for response to hate crime The Lee County NAACP honored Florida Gulf Coast University for fighting hate with love. Professor Dr. Peter Ndiangui’s home was vandalized.
Charlotte County sheriff: deputy-involved shooting suspect was on 68 medications Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell has revealed new details regarding a deputy-involved shooting on Eager Road last week.
Estero sports park is expected to be completed in 2026. Village Council voted to not include the splash pad and playground. Village of Estero’s sports park took another step forward Jan. 22 when village leaders unanimously approved the master plan. The village needed to approve the plan so it could go to the South Florida Water Management District for permits. The 100-acre sports park will be nestled between Via Coconut to the west, Williams Road to the south, Estero High School to the east and Estero Community Park to the north. The entrances will be from Williams and Via Coconut. Council approved the alternative master plan that did not include a splash pad and playground. Instead, the area could be used for food trucks. To read more at Gulfshore Business, click here.