Punta Gorda scraps plan for new $16M City Hall buildingJaycee Park Renovations — There’s no going back now
Punta Gorda scraps plan for new $16M City Hall building Prior to the hurricane in September 2022 causing City Hall’s closure, the previous City Council, including three incumbents who were unseated in the Nov. 5 election, planned to build a new City Hall on its current site at 326 W. Marion Ave.
CAPE CORAL Jaycee Park Renovations — There’s no going back now Where there’s talk of Jaycee Park in Cape Coral Council meetings, there is turmoil.
CAPE CORAL NRG Wrestling slams its way into Cape Coral NRG wrestling is hosting its first live event of 2025 with NRG Fully Charged on Saturday, Jan. 18, at Scotty Bierwerks.
Backlash over new state law banning kids from social media From body image issues to bullying and, even worse, depression and suicide.
orlando Gov. DeSantis appoints Ashley Moody for Florida Senator Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has named Attorney General Ashley Moody the next Florida Senator, replacing Marco Rubio.
sanibel Volunteer Expo to be held at Sanibel Community House; nearly 50 organizations in attendance The City of Sanibel is set to hold its Volunteer Expo, an event with nearly 50 organizations aiming to give back to the community.
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.
the weather authority Cooler-than-average with a few showers possible this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cooler-than-average temperatures with a possible afternoon shower this Thursday.
PORT CHARLOTTE Community grieves as investigation continues into fatal Port Charlotte fire The state fire marshal has yet to confirm whether 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano was the victim of a devastating house fire on Monday night.
Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
Punta Gorda scraps plan for new $16M City Hall building Prior to the hurricane in September 2022 causing City Hall’s closure, the previous City Council, including three incumbents who were unseated in the Nov. 5 election, planned to build a new City Hall on its current site at 326 W. Marion Ave.
CAPE CORAL Jaycee Park Renovations — There’s no going back now Where there’s talk of Jaycee Park in Cape Coral Council meetings, there is turmoil.
CAPE CORAL NRG Wrestling slams its way into Cape Coral NRG wrestling is hosting its first live event of 2025 with NRG Fully Charged on Saturday, Jan. 18, at Scotty Bierwerks.
Backlash over new state law banning kids from social media From body image issues to bullying and, even worse, depression and suicide.
orlando Gov. DeSantis appoints Ashley Moody for Florida Senator Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has named Attorney General Ashley Moody the next Florida Senator, replacing Marco Rubio.
sanibel Volunteer Expo to be held at Sanibel Community House; nearly 50 organizations in attendance The City of Sanibel is set to hold its Volunteer Expo, an event with nearly 50 organizations aiming to give back to the community.
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.
the weather authority Cooler-than-average with a few showers possible this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cooler-than-average temperatures with a possible afternoon shower this Thursday.
PORT CHARLOTTE Community grieves as investigation continues into fatal Port Charlotte fire The state fire marshal has yet to confirm whether 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano was the victim of a devastating house fire on Monday night.
Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
NAPLES Former Naples police officers, veterans push to get back retirement money Wednesday could mean tens of thousands of dollars for two military veterans who became Naples police officers before sustaining career-ending injuries in the line of duty, as they continue fighting to get back the money they put in a retirement fund. Brad Gallagher and Ryan Harp put more than $27,000 each into the police pension […]
FORT MYERS TSA hiring event for RSW on Tuesday, Wednesday aims to attract more women The TSA, like so many industries, needs workers, which is why the agency is holding a hiring event for its Southwest Florida International Airport workforce on Tuesday and Wednesday, where no experience in law enforcement or security is required and women are especially encouraged to apply. The starting hourly pay is $16.90 and the TSA […]
FORT MYERS FGCU medical expert answers parents’ questions about vaccines for children under 5 COVID-19 vaccines for children under 5 years old are expected to be ready in less than two weeks. Some parents say they’re relieved the shot is coming, while others say they will never get their children vaccinated. WINK News asked via its Facebook page on Thursday if parents would get their children vaccinated, and more […]
FORT MYERS Answering Lee County teachers’ questions for district administrators Teachers still on the job in Lee County want to know what’s being done to keep them. Some of the people responsible for your children’s education reached out to WINK News, asking that we take their concerns to officials with the School District of Lee County for answers, as LCSD battles a teacher shortage. Nearly […]
TALLAHASSE New bills proposed to improve Florida’s condominium safety, prevent future disasters In the wake of 2021’s tragedy in Surfside, when 98 people died in a condominium collapse, a Floridian group is working to pass new laws that would change how frequently buildings are inspected and make sure there is money to make repairs when needed. Supporters of Senate Bill 1702 say they just want to make […]
NAPLES Collier County may limit outdoor concerts after noise complaints Families in Collier County neighborhoods are fed up with the loud noise from outdoor concerts near their homes, so county commissioners are taking a look at changing the way these events get approved. The county has a noise ordinance, but Collier County Commissioner Penny Taylor say it is rarely followed, adding that she’s heard complaints […]
NAPLES New protein-based vaccine awaits approval, brings fresh hope Doctors say a new protein-based vaccine on the verge of FDA approval will be a huge help in the fight against COVID-19. It’s also different from the other COVID-19 vaccines out right now because it’s easier to store, which is the main reason health experts believe it will be a game-changer if it gets FDA […]
BONITA SPRINGS Bicyclist killed by Lee County school bus in Bonita Springs crash A man from Estero riding a bicycle has been killed in a Thursday morning crash with a Lee County school bus in Bonita Springs. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the school bus, driven by a 52-year-old Fort Myers woman with a 16-year-old boy from Bonita Springs as a passenger, was traveling west in the […]
FORT MYERS Florida’s gas prices surge above national average Florida’s gas prices are now above the national average, with the majority of the state at over $3.40 per gallon. And while that can impact your daily commute, businesses that rely on gas are being hit especially hard. Denise Houghtaling, the vice president of MW Horticulture, says the business has around a dozen machines, some […]
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Fire investigating early morning duplex blaze Bonita Springs Fire is investigating a blaze that tore through the roof of a vacant duplex on Pueblo Bonita Boulevard Tuesday morning. Firefighters received the call after 4 a.m. The duplex was being remodeled, but no workers were present when the fire started. The roof has collapsed, but other damages are still being evaluated. Estero […]