Chaotic lake getting fence and securityWhat we learned about Cape Coral’s water crisis after a ride along
LEHIGH ACRES Chaotic lake getting fence and security Now, with all the negative attention it has gotten, some think putting up a fence is a great way to keep that bad activity out.
CAPE CORAL What we learned about Cape Coral’s water crisis after a ride along On Friday, WINK News got to ride along to see just what people are doing that could be wasting water.
FORT MYERS Students affected by COVID-19 able to graduate for the first time For many young people, COVID stripped away one of their greatest rites of passage: graduation.
Deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County Authorities are at the scene of a deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County on Friday afternoon.
Celebrating Free Comic Book Day in SWFL JP Sports store manager Jonathan Powell said this is a generational event that brings families together to reminisce on comics and other hobby-related knickknacks.
FORT MYERS Group rescues dogs before getting put down in Lee County Our animal shelters are packed with amazing puppies who have the sole desire to be loved.
FORT MYERS FGCU student beats all odds and is able to graduate Nearly four years ago, Marisa Manning had her heart set on going to Florida Gulf Coast University but never thought she’d find her passion for studying parasites.
FORT MYERS Victim in MLK Blvd. shooting identified as social media influencer The victim of the Martin Luther King Boulevard shooting has been identified as a local social media influencer.
FORT MYERS Could a Ferris wheel in downtown Fort Myers work? Right now, there are talks to bring a Ferris wheel to downtown Fort Myers, but several things are still up in the air.
LITTLE HICKORY BAY Improving ‘Hell’s Gate’ safety, a notoriously dangerous waterway for boaters A push to make an area known as “Hell’s Gate” safer since it’s a dangerous stretch of water with several blind corners within Little Hickory Bay.
Fixing failed back surgeries More than a million and a half people in the U.S. undergo back surgery each year. However, classic back surgery has one of the highest failure rates of any surgery.
WINK NEWS Getting an inside look at the FEMA discount controversy Picking up the pieces after Hurricane Ian has been difficult for many and moving on can impact our wallets.
FGCU FGCU pitcher Dylan Wolff playing for hometown team after labrum injury FGCU pitcher Dylan Wolff is living the dream playing for the hometown team after he overcame a labrum injury.
LEHIGH ACRES Frustrated Lehigh parents want action after violent school fights go viral online Violence at a Lehigh Acres Middle school was captured and posted online.
Turtle Club beachfront restaurant relaunches in Naples After a series of private friends and family events this week, The Turtle Club will reopen May 5 and begin taking reservations again May 6.
LEHIGH ACRES Chaotic lake getting fence and security Now, with all the negative attention it has gotten, some think putting up a fence is a great way to keep that bad activity out.
CAPE CORAL What we learned about Cape Coral’s water crisis after a ride along On Friday, WINK News got to ride along to see just what people are doing that could be wasting water.
FORT MYERS Students affected by COVID-19 able to graduate for the first time For many young people, COVID stripped away one of their greatest rites of passage: graduation.
Deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County Authorities are at the scene of a deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County on Friday afternoon.
Celebrating Free Comic Book Day in SWFL JP Sports store manager Jonathan Powell said this is a generational event that brings families together to reminisce on comics and other hobby-related knickknacks.
FORT MYERS Group rescues dogs before getting put down in Lee County Our animal shelters are packed with amazing puppies who have the sole desire to be loved.
FORT MYERS FGCU student beats all odds and is able to graduate Nearly four years ago, Marisa Manning had her heart set on going to Florida Gulf Coast University but never thought she’d find her passion for studying parasites.
FORT MYERS Victim in MLK Blvd. shooting identified as social media influencer The victim of the Martin Luther King Boulevard shooting has been identified as a local social media influencer.
FORT MYERS Could a Ferris wheel in downtown Fort Myers work? Right now, there are talks to bring a Ferris wheel to downtown Fort Myers, but several things are still up in the air.
LITTLE HICKORY BAY Improving ‘Hell’s Gate’ safety, a notoriously dangerous waterway for boaters A push to make an area known as “Hell’s Gate” safer since it’s a dangerous stretch of water with several blind corners within Little Hickory Bay.
Fixing failed back surgeries More than a million and a half people in the U.S. undergo back surgery each year. However, classic back surgery has one of the highest failure rates of any surgery.
WINK NEWS Getting an inside look at the FEMA discount controversy Picking up the pieces after Hurricane Ian has been difficult for many and moving on can impact our wallets.
FGCU FGCU pitcher Dylan Wolff playing for hometown team after labrum injury FGCU pitcher Dylan Wolff is living the dream playing for the hometown team after he overcame a labrum injury.
LEHIGH ACRES Frustrated Lehigh parents want action after violent school fights go viral online Violence at a Lehigh Acres Middle school was captured and posted online.
Turtle Club beachfront restaurant relaunches in Naples After a series of private friends and family events this week, The Turtle Club will reopen May 5 and begin taking reservations again May 6.
FORT MYERS FGCU student tests positive for COVID-19 as campus reopens Students returned to campus at Florida Gulf Coast University on Monday, and a case of COVID-19 has already been reported. The student lives at the campus’ North Lake Village, and while fall classes haven’t started, testing for the coronavirus is in full swing. Some who live near the campus worry that students might spread the […]
LEE COUNTY FGCU hosts move-in day, turns focus to student impact on COVID-19 in community Monday was move-in day for students at Florida Gulf Coast University, and with that comes a new freedom for many teens, which brings up some concerns about community spread of COVID-19. We asked community members near FGCU’s campus if they are concerned about an uptick and spread of the coronavirus near them due to the […]
WINK NEWS Researcher shifts attitude toward certain social activities What risk are you willing to take this weekend? Are you more comfortable with doing everyday activities, such as going out to eat or going to the beach? Or would you rather stay home? Two months ago, epidemiologists said they would stick with getting the mail and maybe getting a haircut. We learned Friday these […]
WINK NEWS Meteorologists forecast ‘extremely’ active Atlantic hurricane season An “extremely” active hurricane season is ahead. Colorado State University updated its forecast and calls for several more storms that would be nearly double the average. This comes as Isaias moved up the East Coast and left behind damage. Thousands are without power across several states. We spoke to a family in Buckingham Wednesday that […]
LEE COUNY SWFL comedian recovers from COVID-19, warns others to take it seriously Advocating for his health and yours, a Southwest Florida comedian is taking the coronavirus seriously, and he wants everyone to hear his message. We introduced you to comedian John Loeber almost two months ago when he was being treated in the hospital for COVID-19. Loeber recovered from the virus, and told us he thought it […]
WINK NEWS SWFL inland communities prepare for Hurricane Isaias As Hurricane Isaias moves toward Florida, people are not wasting time stocking up on supplies. It’s forecast to be more gusty in our inland communities, so those in Clewiston and Buckingham are getting ready to feel some of the storm’s effects. We spoke to community members who are experienced with preparing for a storm Friday. […]
LEE COUNTY Red Cross works with counties to prep for hurricane season, support COVID-19 patients While Southwest Florida remains out of the forecast cone Thursday, preparing for the next big storm can be stressful. We spoke with two women who say they plan on riding out some hurricanes at home because they are worried about the virus. The stakes are especially high this hurricane season for those most vulnerable. That’s […]
LEE COUNTY Those against a school mask mandate protest in Lee County Masks have caused divisive debates, and it’s spilling into the classroom now. Some parents say they want the choice whether their child wears a mask or not at school and believe The School District of Lee County does not have the power to mandate them. Moms, dads, students and teachers stood together during a public […]
WINK NEWS Imperative to document property amid start of hurricane season It’s never too early to prepare for the next big storm. With Southwest Florida in its first forecast cone of the hurricane season Tuesday, many people are remembering what they went through during Hurricane Irma. While the storm is not forecast to be as strong as Irma, the time is now to get ready. It’s […]
WINK NEWS Planet Fitness follows trend, requires masks starting Aug 1 As the mask debate continues to heat up nationwide, more businesses are mandating masks, and that includes fitness centers. Some are asking if wearing a mask during a workout is safe. Planet Fitness sent an email to its members telling them they will be required to wear masks at its gym locations beginning Aug. 1. […]