Protecting Panthers: How Conservation Florida secured its latest 60 acre land acquistionLots of sunshine for your Wednesday
copeland Protecting Panthers: How Conservation Florida secured its latest 60 acre land acquistion Conservation efforts have been ongoing in Florida, as the native wildlife are at constant risk of being pushed out due to an influx of people moving to the state.
the weather authority Lots of sunshine for your Wednesday The Weather Authority is tracking plenty of sunshine and warmer temperatures ahead of a weak cold front.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up Mar. 19 While construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen, in this web-exclusive feature, knows the best way to traverse the roadways.
Collier County sees new funding to protect homes from hurricane damage A new grant program offers financial assistance to homeowners in Collier County to help protect their properties from hurricane damage.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers woman killed, 4 kids injured in rollover crash on Winkler Road A rollover crash at the intersection of Winkler Road and Sunset Drive in Fort Myers has left a woman dead.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers council vote blocks ICE deal, sparking protests and debate Controversy erupted in Fort Myers after a deadlocked vote led to the rejection of a proposed partnership between the Fort Myers Police and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Southwest Florida braces for hurricane season with new tracking updates Hurricane season is approaching, and changes are coming to the way important storm information is shared.
Fort Myers council’s ICE decision could put state support in jeopardy The Fort Myers City Council is dealing with a deadlock on immigration policies, resulting in a heated debate that has reached beyond local borders.
Southwest Florida Jim Oberweis seeks SWFL seat as Byron Donalds plans governor campaign Southwest Florida is poised for a political shift as Byron Donalds eyes a run for governor.
LEHIGH ACRES Free and low cost mammogram screenings in Lehigh Acres for eligible women The Florida Department of Health in Lee County is bringing a 3D Mobile Mammography bus to Lehigh Acres.
NAPLES Hurricane resiliency forum hosted in Naples Naples residents are taking proactive steps to prepare for hurricane season.
FORT MYERS SHORES Fort Myers Shores teacher wins battle to save her hurricane-hit home A woman in Fort Myers Shores thought she had lost everything when Hurricane Milton wrecked her home, but now she has a second chance.
WINK NEWS Young pitcher returns to the mound after cancer battle Eleven-year-old Michael Misek is back on the pitcher’s mound after facing a challenging battle with cancer.
FORT MYERS Is your investment too good to be true? How to steer clear of scams If an investment opportunity feels too good to be true, then it probably is.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Lakes Park splash pad returns, a favorite spot for Lee County families A beloved family attraction is set to make its return to Lakes Regional Park in Lee County.
copeland Protecting Panthers: How Conservation Florida secured its latest 60 acre land acquistion Conservation efforts have been ongoing in Florida, as the native wildlife are at constant risk of being pushed out due to an influx of people moving to the state.
the weather authority Lots of sunshine for your Wednesday The Weather Authority is tracking plenty of sunshine and warmer temperatures ahead of a weak cold front.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up Mar. 19 While construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen, in this web-exclusive feature, knows the best way to traverse the roadways.
Collier County sees new funding to protect homes from hurricane damage A new grant program offers financial assistance to homeowners in Collier County to help protect their properties from hurricane damage.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers woman killed, 4 kids injured in rollover crash on Winkler Road A rollover crash at the intersection of Winkler Road and Sunset Drive in Fort Myers has left a woman dead.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers council vote blocks ICE deal, sparking protests and debate Controversy erupted in Fort Myers after a deadlocked vote led to the rejection of a proposed partnership between the Fort Myers Police and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Southwest Florida braces for hurricane season with new tracking updates Hurricane season is approaching, and changes are coming to the way important storm information is shared.
Fort Myers council’s ICE decision could put state support in jeopardy The Fort Myers City Council is dealing with a deadlock on immigration policies, resulting in a heated debate that has reached beyond local borders.
Southwest Florida Jim Oberweis seeks SWFL seat as Byron Donalds plans governor campaign Southwest Florida is poised for a political shift as Byron Donalds eyes a run for governor.
LEHIGH ACRES Free and low cost mammogram screenings in Lehigh Acres for eligible women The Florida Department of Health in Lee County is bringing a 3D Mobile Mammography bus to Lehigh Acres.
NAPLES Hurricane resiliency forum hosted in Naples Naples residents are taking proactive steps to prepare for hurricane season.
FORT MYERS SHORES Fort Myers Shores teacher wins battle to save her hurricane-hit home A woman in Fort Myers Shores thought she had lost everything when Hurricane Milton wrecked her home, but now she has a second chance.
WINK NEWS Young pitcher returns to the mound after cancer battle Eleven-year-old Michael Misek is back on the pitcher’s mound after facing a challenging battle with cancer.
FORT MYERS Is your investment too good to be true? How to steer clear of scams If an investment opportunity feels too good to be true, then it probably is.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Lakes Park splash pad returns, a favorite spot for Lee County families A beloved family attraction is set to make its return to Lakes Regional Park in Lee County.
The Xi Omicron Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. is introducing something fresh to Southwest Florida. They are preparing to host an event on May 3 that delves into the rich history of Blacks in the context of the Kentucky Derby. RELATED: SWFL celebrates MLK Day with community gatherings and service Willitone Petit is the president of the Xi Omicron Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. He said that he wanted to do something unique for the area. “We decided, let’s switch it up and bring something different to the community,” said Petit. “So hence why the derby actually came into fruition. Let’s find something different. Let’s think outside of the box.” While the Kentucky Derby might not typically evoke thoughts of Blacks, its history is deeply intertwined with Black heritage. “I’m not sure that everybody knows, but back when the Kentucky Derby actually started in 1875, the first person that actually won the Kentucky Derby was an African American by the name of Oliver Lewis,” said Petit. He added, “During that time frame, you had the Jim Crow laws that came into effect, so a lot of these African Americans that were jockeys didn’t have the opportunity to either race again. So from the time that he won the race until he passed away, I believe, back in the 1920s, 1930s, that was the only time he was able to race.” The fraternity aims to use this event to support future generations through educational scholarships. “This event is going to help support our scholarship endeavors,” said Petit. “We have the Walt Wester Scholarship Fund, and also the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity Scholarship Fund, where we award deserving high school students and also college students who are continuing to further their education,” said Petit. He concluded, “You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity. This is something new that we’re bringing to the community, and we plan on doing this for years and years to come.” The event invites attendees to don their finest Kentucky Derby attire for an enjoyable day benefiting a worthy cause. It will take place on Saturday, May 3, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the DoubleTree at Bell Tower. They are still looking for title sponsors for the event, if you’re interested you can send an email to SWFLalpha@gmail.com or connect with them on social media at SWFL Alphas.