Friday’s Furry Friends: Rhett, TagRecall issued for ground beef sold with possible E. coli at Walmart
FORT MYERS Friday’s Furry Friends: Rhett, Tag For this week’s Friday’s Furry Friends, WINK visits the Gulf Coast Humane Society to showcase two adorable animals ready to be adopted.
WINK NEWS Recall issued for ground beef sold with possible E. coli at Walmart The Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a recall for several ground beef products distributed from Pennsylvania to Walmart’s nationwide.
The Weather Authority Hotter and more humid this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a mild Friday morning with dry afternoon conditions and isolated storms appearing in the evening.
PUNTA GORDA ‘Party’s Over’: Dirt biking ends at Barefoot Lake The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has made it clear, the party at Barefoot Lake is over.
ESTERO Crews battle 2.5-acre brush fire near Alico and Eagle Village Drive San Carlos Park Fire District is on the scene fighting a 2.5-acre brushfire near Alico and Eagle Village Drive.
FORT MYERS Jake’s story: A mother’s mission to share her son’s story and help other young people One Fort Myers mom is turning her pain into purpose after her son, who she refers to as her “heavenly Angel,” took his own life.
CAPE CORAL New renderings for the Cape Coral Yacht Club promise a bright future The Cape Coral Yacht Club, which has been part of this community since the 1960s, will now have a new look after Hurricane Ian’s devastating effects.
LEHIGH ACRES Owner bars public from Barefoot Lake, LCSO installs Watch Tower Every weekend, roughly 200 people go to Barefoot Lake in Lehigh Acres to relax, fish, swim and have a good time.
CAPE CORAL Concern over water shortage in Cape Coral Concern is flowing through Cape Coral as neighbors are seeing their canal levels low and their wells run dry.
FORT MYERS FSW softball swinging for success in the postseason Now their focus shifts to states which means the newbies are looking to the experienced sophomores for advice.
BONITA SPRINGS Young SWFL tennis player competing with professionals You may not know her name now, but you might want remember it because 16-year-old Cookie Jarvis-Tredgett is already competing with professionals.
NORTH NAPLES ‘It’s all about connection,’ Statement Peace makes jewelry with sustainability in mind The brand Statement Peace, once started inside founder Jessica Lee’s home, is now in 2,700 stores across the country
Pine Manor 2 arrested for firing gun at birthday party in Pine Manor A party ended with two people behind bars.
FORT MYERS Shooting investigation on busy Fort Myers street Police are conducting a shooting investigation that involves a traffic crash near Michigan Avenue and Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard.
FGCU New FGCU athletic director Colin Hargis ready to build on department’s success New FGCU athletic director Colin Hargis talks about the department’s future amid the age of NIL and the transfer portal.
FORT MYERS Friday’s Furry Friends: Rhett, Tag For this week’s Friday’s Furry Friends, WINK visits the Gulf Coast Humane Society to showcase two adorable animals ready to be adopted.
WINK NEWS Recall issued for ground beef sold with possible E. coli at Walmart The Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a recall for several ground beef products distributed from Pennsylvania to Walmart’s nationwide.
The Weather Authority Hotter and more humid this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a mild Friday morning with dry afternoon conditions and isolated storms appearing in the evening.
PUNTA GORDA ‘Party’s Over’: Dirt biking ends at Barefoot Lake The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has made it clear, the party at Barefoot Lake is over.
ESTERO Crews battle 2.5-acre brush fire near Alico and Eagle Village Drive San Carlos Park Fire District is on the scene fighting a 2.5-acre brushfire near Alico and Eagle Village Drive.
FORT MYERS Jake’s story: A mother’s mission to share her son’s story and help other young people One Fort Myers mom is turning her pain into purpose after her son, who she refers to as her “heavenly Angel,” took his own life.
CAPE CORAL New renderings for the Cape Coral Yacht Club promise a bright future The Cape Coral Yacht Club, which has been part of this community since the 1960s, will now have a new look after Hurricane Ian’s devastating effects.
LEHIGH ACRES Owner bars public from Barefoot Lake, LCSO installs Watch Tower Every weekend, roughly 200 people go to Barefoot Lake in Lehigh Acres to relax, fish, swim and have a good time.
CAPE CORAL Concern over water shortage in Cape Coral Concern is flowing through Cape Coral as neighbors are seeing their canal levels low and their wells run dry.
FORT MYERS FSW softball swinging for success in the postseason Now their focus shifts to states which means the newbies are looking to the experienced sophomores for advice.
BONITA SPRINGS Young SWFL tennis player competing with professionals You may not know her name now, but you might want remember it because 16-year-old Cookie Jarvis-Tredgett is already competing with professionals.
NORTH NAPLES ‘It’s all about connection,’ Statement Peace makes jewelry with sustainability in mind The brand Statement Peace, once started inside founder Jessica Lee’s home, is now in 2,700 stores across the country
Pine Manor 2 arrested for firing gun at birthday party in Pine Manor A party ended with two people behind bars.
FORT MYERS Shooting investigation on busy Fort Myers street Police are conducting a shooting investigation that involves a traffic crash near Michigan Avenue and Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard.
FGCU New FGCU athletic director Colin Hargis ready to build on department’s success New FGCU athletic director Colin Hargis talks about the department’s future amid the age of NIL and the transfer portal.
BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. Wildlife refuge in Florida sets traps for invasive pythons A federal wildlife refuge in Florida is setting traps for pythons to protect against the voracious invasive snake. Burmese pythons have infested Everglades National Park. In a Palm Beach Post report, officials said no pythons have been spotted farther north in the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge. But the refuge’s managers aren’t taking […]
WASHINGTON President Donald Trump claims memo ‘totally vindicates’ him in Russia probe President Donald Trump on Saturday claimed complete vindication from a congressional memo that alleges the FBI abused its surveillance powers during the investigation into his campaign’s possible Russia ties. But the memo also includes revelations that might complicate efforts by Trump and his allies to undermine special counsel Robert Mueller’s inquiry. The four-page document released […]
LONDON Lady Gaga cancels concerts in Europe due to ‘severe pain’ Lady Gaga has canceled 10 concerts in Europe because of severe pain, the tour’s promoter said Saturday. Live Nation said the musician is “suffering from severe pain that has materially impacted her ability to perform live.” In a statement posted on social media, Lady Gaga said she was “devastated” to disappoint her fans. She said […]
Lehigh Acres Suspects sought in Lehigh Acres store robbery Two suspects are at large after an armed robbery Friday night at a Family Dollar store on Joel Boulevard, according to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. The robbery took place around 9:30 p.m. at the store on 2005 Joel Boulevard, crime stoppers said. While a suspect stood guard at the front door, the other suspect pointed […]
WASHINGTON Federal Reserve imposes new penalties on Wells Fargo The Federal Reserve is imposing more penalties on Wells Fargo, freezing the bank’s growth until it can prove it has improved its internal controls. In addition, bank agreed to replace four board members. It’s the latest blow against the San Francisco bank that has had its reputation tarnished by revelations it opened phony customer accounts […]
Fort Myers ArtFest to draw creativity, crowds in Fort Myers Art enthusiasts can enjoy exceptional art, entertainment, food and activities for the whole family this weekend at ArtFest. Southwest Florida’s premier art festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday on the waterfront in historic downtown Fort Myers. Attendees can discover original art by more than 200 artists. Admission is free. […]
FORT MYERS Fort Myers couple paid $2,000 to contractor who never showed up One North Fort Myers couple says they paid a contractor over $2,000 to fix damage caused by Hurricane Irma. But they say he never showed up. “Hurricane Irma took part of the roof off—that’s where we have the office and our car port,” said Fort Myers resident Alice Austin. Tom and Alice Austin moved quick […]
BONITA SPRINGS As complaints rack up against floor company, former employee says he hasn’t been paid A former employee with Bonita Springs Floor Covering contacted WINK News after seeing our story about customers complaining. More: Remodeling nightmare for some customers of Bonita Springs Flooring Company “The guy is a crook. Really, he’s just a crook,” said the former employee who asked to remain anonymous. He also claims every time he asked […]
NAPLES Officials debate new parking garage at Clam Pass in Naples A plan to ease parking problems at a popular Southwest Florida beach is stirring up controversy. Right now, the lot has over 170 parking spots, but the county says that’s not enough. They want to build a three-story parking garage to make sure beach-goers always have a spot, but some people say that would mess […]
LEHIGH ACRES Witnesses: Racing drivers slam into family’s SUV A serious traffic crash with injuries closed a portion of Lee Boulevard in Lehigh Acres. The crash happened around Curtis Avenue North on Friday night. According to witnesses at the scene, drivers racing at high speeds slammed into a family’s SUV, sending them to the hospital. The exact circumstances leading up to the crash and […]