Cyclist and dog hit by car in Charlotte County5th rendition of Punk Prom to be hosted at Nice Guys Pizza in Cape Coral
Cyclist and dog hit by car in Charlotte County A routine bike ride in Charlotte County turned into a nightmare for Raymond Weiler and his dog, Tater after a crash.
Byron Donalds talks campaign goals for Florida governor race in 2026 U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is gearing up for his campaign to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2026.
CAPE CORAL 5th rendition of Punk Prom to be hosted at Nice Guys Pizza in Cape Coral Punk Prom, the annual gathering of the local alternative scene, has found a new home.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025. This is a weekly WINK News segment.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda council approves ICE partnership amid community debate Punta Gorda’s City Council made a decisive move by unanimously approving an agreement between the local police department and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
FORT MYERS Leaders and lawmakers respond to FMPD ICE vote in Fort Myers A tied 3-3 vote in the Fort Myers City Council meeting stopped the FMPD from assisting ICE and set off a political powder keg.
BABCOCK RANCH Palmetto Landing seniors feel misled by DR Horton on hurricane safety Residents of Palmetto Landing are raising concerns over construction issues with their homes built by DR Horton.
FORT MYERS Community shows support for councilwoman after vote against ICE agreement A group gathered at a community meeting in Fort Myers to support City Councilwoman Darla Bonk, who voted against an agreement allowing ICE training for FMPD officers.
FORT MYERS BEACH Spring break chaos: Teen’s ear bitten off in Fort Myers Beach fight A violent altercation on Fort Myers Beach has resulted in an 18-year-old facing serious charges.
SANIBEL Sanibel study seeks 400 volunteers to unravel red tide health impacts A new study aims to solve the mystery surrounding red tide, and scientists are seeking 400 volunteers to participate.
NAPLES Naples residents concerned over NOAA cuts affecting hurricane forecasts Concerns are rising in Naples about recent NOAA workforce cuts and their potential impact on the upcoming hurricane season.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral’s new water taxi offers scenic escape from Fort Myers Beach traffic Beachgoers in Cape Coral have a new way to avoid Fort Myers Beach traffic and enjoy a scenic trip at the same time.
NORTH FORT MYERS New travel rules worry Canadian snowbirds in North Fort Myers New regulations are causing a stir among Canadians who fear their winter vacations may be in jeopardy.
FORT MYERS Voters react to Fort Myers City Council ICE vote The Fort Myers City Council is facing backlash after a vote regarding a partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
FORT MYERS BEACH Naples firefighters save life on Fort Myers Beach during day off Two Naples Fire Rescue Department firefighters found themselves saving a life while off duty at Fort Myers Beach.
Cyclist and dog hit by car in Charlotte County A routine bike ride in Charlotte County turned into a nightmare for Raymond Weiler and his dog, Tater after a crash.
Byron Donalds talks campaign goals for Florida governor race in 2026 U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is gearing up for his campaign to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2026.
CAPE CORAL 5th rendition of Punk Prom to be hosted at Nice Guys Pizza in Cape Coral Punk Prom, the annual gathering of the local alternative scene, has found a new home.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025. This is a weekly WINK News segment.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda council approves ICE partnership amid community debate Punta Gorda’s City Council made a decisive move by unanimously approving an agreement between the local police department and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
FORT MYERS Leaders and lawmakers respond to FMPD ICE vote in Fort Myers A tied 3-3 vote in the Fort Myers City Council meeting stopped the FMPD from assisting ICE and set off a political powder keg.
BABCOCK RANCH Palmetto Landing seniors feel misled by DR Horton on hurricane safety Residents of Palmetto Landing are raising concerns over construction issues with their homes built by DR Horton.
FORT MYERS Community shows support for councilwoman after vote against ICE agreement A group gathered at a community meeting in Fort Myers to support City Councilwoman Darla Bonk, who voted against an agreement allowing ICE training for FMPD officers.
FORT MYERS BEACH Spring break chaos: Teen’s ear bitten off in Fort Myers Beach fight A violent altercation on Fort Myers Beach has resulted in an 18-year-old facing serious charges.
SANIBEL Sanibel study seeks 400 volunteers to unravel red tide health impacts A new study aims to solve the mystery surrounding red tide, and scientists are seeking 400 volunteers to participate.
NAPLES Naples residents concerned over NOAA cuts affecting hurricane forecasts Concerns are rising in Naples about recent NOAA workforce cuts and their potential impact on the upcoming hurricane season.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral’s new water taxi offers scenic escape from Fort Myers Beach traffic Beachgoers in Cape Coral have a new way to avoid Fort Myers Beach traffic and enjoy a scenic trip at the same time.
NORTH FORT MYERS New travel rules worry Canadian snowbirds in North Fort Myers New regulations are causing a stir among Canadians who fear their winter vacations may be in jeopardy.
FORT MYERS Voters react to Fort Myers City Council ICE vote The Fort Myers City Council is facing backlash after a vote regarding a partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
FORT MYERS BEACH Naples firefighters save life on Fort Myers Beach during day off Two Naples Fire Rescue Department firefighters found themselves saving a life while off duty at Fort Myers Beach.
Sanibel Island is facing challenges as it balances its natural beauty with stormwater management demands. Known for its shelling and charm, Sanibel also has a weir system that prevents flooding and supplies fresh water. Holly Milbrandt, the City of Sanibel’s Director of Natural Resources, explained one of the island’s distinctive features. “One of the things that makes Sanibel really unique is that we have a freshwater system in the interior of the island,” said Milbrandt. “That provides fresh water for plants and wildlife and is an important part of what makes Sanibel, Sanibel.” This inland river basin is crucial for maintaining the wetlands habitat and managing stormwater. Sanibel City Engineer Oisin Dolley described the system’s role in flood prevention. “The structure that we’re standing on right now is the sluice gates, which allow us to lower water levels preemptively, which we generally do before severe storm events and large expected rainfalls,” said Dolley. Eric Jackson, public information officer for the city, noted the recent strains on the system. “Last year’s hurricanes and record rainfall have put the issues of island resiliency and stormwater management to the top of mind,” said Jackson. Dolley elaborated on the challenges faced by the system. “We had both a record rainfall amount that we haven’t seen in around 20 years, but we also had three significant storm surge events just in the last year,” said Dolley. Milbrandt emphasized the need for future planning. “Protecting the natural features that we have and then incorporating the more built parts of the stormwater system into that is really how we’re going to have to manage stormwater here on Sanibel for the future,” said Milbrandt. The island is seeking input from the community to ensure a more resilient future for Sanibel.