Tim Aten Knows: Collier details road projects in Estates Design of the Randall Boulevard widening and Randall-Immokalee Road intersection project in Golden Gate Estates began in mid-2022, but construction is not expected to start for another two years.
FGCU hosts emergency disaster drill training The FGCU is hosting an emergency disaster drill training to educate students on how first responders prepare for crises.
the weather authority Few showers along a front moving through this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front dropping temperatures along with a few afternoon showers this Friday.
the weather authority Tracking Tropical Storm Sara; likely to dissipate over Central America The Weather Authority is monitoring Tropical Storm Sara, which is expected to strengthen slightly before dissipation over Central America.
NAPLES “Don’t give up. You’re worth it. God sees you.” St. Matthew’s graduates speak out Susan and Dustin Cheatwood credit the Justin’s Place recovery program for saving their lives and stopping them from becoming a statistic.
ENGLEWOOD EAST FEMA relocation notice shocks mobile home park residents The Federal Emergency Management Agency issued relocation notices to residents living in one of their temporary housing parks in Englewood East.
Six dogs rescued after being left in a box by SR-29 Six dogs, including four puppies and two adult dogs, were found stranded in an empty box on the corner of Experimental Road and State Road 29 in Immokalee.
FORT MYERS Players of the Week: Dunbar’s Ken’Dahrius Green and Jeremy Ware Dunbar High School’s Special Teams unit has shown out these past two weeks, scoring a special teams touchdown in wins over South Fort Myers and Fort Myers.
NAPLES Collier County golfer lands shot on the back of an alligator “Play it safe.” That’s what Greg Irving thought he may be doing when he swung his puck Wednesday morning while golfing with his friend Joe Pack.
PUNTA GORDA Southwest Florida veterans honored during round trip honor flight Veterans from Southwest Florida made a round trip to Washington, DC, and back in honor of their service.
NAPLES Path to freedom: From Cuban prison to NCH operating room It’s rare that a serious heart condition is a blessing, but that was the case for a Naples man. The surgery he received at NCH saved his life in more ways than one.
SANIBEL Changing landscape after hurricanes Many of you know what saltwater surge does to your homes after surviving hurricanes Ian, Helene and Milton. It’s highly corrosive and destructive. It also has a similar impact on plants and wildlife, but that’s not all bad news.
Former FGCU basketball player talks Karl Smesko joining WNBA Las Vegas Aces guard Kierstan Bell made a lot of memories playing at FGCU. From winning ASUN championships to playing for one of the winningest coaches in the sport Karl Smesko.
LEHIGH ACRES Suspicious fire sparks at Lehigh Acres church Daycare services at one church are canceled after a small fire at Victory church in Lehigh Acres.
State of Florida sues FEMA for ‘conspiracy to interfere with civil rights’ The State of Florida is suing the Federal Emergency Management Agency for “conspiring to interfere with civil rights,” according to an official complaint filed by Florida Attorney General Ashely Moody.
Tim Aten Knows: Collier details road projects in Estates Design of the Randall Boulevard widening and Randall-Immokalee Road intersection project in Golden Gate Estates began in mid-2022, but construction is not expected to start for another two years.
FGCU hosts emergency disaster drill training The FGCU is hosting an emergency disaster drill training to educate students on how first responders prepare for crises.
the weather authority Few showers along a front moving through this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front dropping temperatures along with a few afternoon showers this Friday.
the weather authority Tracking Tropical Storm Sara; likely to dissipate over Central America The Weather Authority is monitoring Tropical Storm Sara, which is expected to strengthen slightly before dissipation over Central America.
NAPLES “Don’t give up. You’re worth it. God sees you.” St. Matthew’s graduates speak out Susan and Dustin Cheatwood credit the Justin’s Place recovery program for saving their lives and stopping them from becoming a statistic.
ENGLEWOOD EAST FEMA relocation notice shocks mobile home park residents The Federal Emergency Management Agency issued relocation notices to residents living in one of their temporary housing parks in Englewood East.
Six dogs rescued after being left in a box by SR-29 Six dogs, including four puppies and two adult dogs, were found stranded in an empty box on the corner of Experimental Road and State Road 29 in Immokalee.
FORT MYERS Players of the Week: Dunbar’s Ken’Dahrius Green and Jeremy Ware Dunbar High School’s Special Teams unit has shown out these past two weeks, scoring a special teams touchdown in wins over South Fort Myers and Fort Myers.
NAPLES Collier County golfer lands shot on the back of an alligator “Play it safe.” That’s what Greg Irving thought he may be doing when he swung his puck Wednesday morning while golfing with his friend Joe Pack.
PUNTA GORDA Southwest Florida veterans honored during round trip honor flight Veterans from Southwest Florida made a round trip to Washington, DC, and back in honor of their service.
NAPLES Path to freedom: From Cuban prison to NCH operating room It’s rare that a serious heart condition is a blessing, but that was the case for a Naples man. The surgery he received at NCH saved his life in more ways than one.
SANIBEL Changing landscape after hurricanes Many of you know what saltwater surge does to your homes after surviving hurricanes Ian, Helene and Milton. It’s highly corrosive and destructive. It also has a similar impact on plants and wildlife, but that’s not all bad news.
Former FGCU basketball player talks Karl Smesko joining WNBA Las Vegas Aces guard Kierstan Bell made a lot of memories playing at FGCU. From winning ASUN championships to playing for one of the winningest coaches in the sport Karl Smesko.
LEHIGH ACRES Suspicious fire sparks at Lehigh Acres church Daycare services at one church are canceled after a small fire at Victory church in Lehigh Acres.
State of Florida sues FEMA for ‘conspiracy to interfere with civil rights’ The State of Florida is suing the Federal Emergency Management Agency for “conspiring to interfere with civil rights,” according to an official complaint filed by Florida Attorney General Ashely Moody.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh firefighters help senior woman find her way home Of course, firefighters are expected to respond when there is a blaze somewhere. But firefighters we spoke to also charge themselves to make personal connections with the senior communities they serve. Lehigh Acres Fire Department spoke to us about the friendships it makes with senior citizens in the community after it responded to a local […]
SANIBEL ISLAND Vice President Pence expected in SWFL for return Sanibel visit Vice President Mike Pence is expected to return to Southwest Florida, visiting Sanibel Island, Thursday. With Pence set to arrive that also means an expectation for busy roads on the island to kick off the new year. Even with potential for busy traffic, people we spoke to are excited for the vice president’s return. Sarah […]
NORTH PORT Authorities arrest North Port suspect in sexual assault of an elderly woman After a three-week search for the person in a gruesome sexual assault of an elderly woman in North Port, a suspect has been arrested after he fled to West Virginia. The suspect, Robert Junior McKenzie, 28, faces charges of sexual battery, and battery on someone 65-years and older in North Port. While in West Virginia, […]
BONITA SPRINGS Jewish community in Bonita Springs spreading light during dark times This is the very first year the Annual Menorah Lighting was held in front of the Bonita Springs Chabad’s very own building. Now, every candle on their Menorah is lit and will shine until Monday morning. Celebrating the last night of Hanukkah for the first time somewhere people like Anita Sigell and her family can […]
FORT MYERS People in SWFL gear up for the new year with 2020 resolutions 2020 is just days away and many people are gearing up for their New Year’s resolutions. So what’s the best way to tackle them and stick to your goals? One of the most popular New Year’s resolutions is losing weight and pretty soon, hopeful goal-setters will pack the gyms. Some personal trainers we talked to […]
CAPE CORAL Teen ice cream server sings, plays guitar to help mom calm child It’s the time of year to make each other smile and show kindness to one another. That’s what a local ice cream server did when he played his guitar and sang for a child, whose mother needed some help at the ice cream parlor. A teen employee Nat Marrero at Hershey’s Ice Cream of Cape […]
WINK NEWS ‘Super Saturday’ expected to rake in billions more than Black Friday Even bigger than Black Friday, “Super Saturday” is supposed to be the biggest shopping day of the year this weekend. According to some predictions, it’s supposed to be $3 billion bigger. ”I think it’s pretty similar. These are the last-minute shoppers,” Julie Arensman said. “And I think the Black Friday people might have more wisdom […]
LEE COUNTY 12-year-old arrested for bringing loaded gun to Harns Marsh Middle School A 12-year-old male student was removed from class at Lee County school after they were found with a loaded gun, according to Rob Spicker with the School District of Lee County. Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 12-year-old student at Harns Marsh Middle School in Buckingham Friday after they were found in possession of a […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral firefighters rescue dog from canal Neighbors say it was so dark in Cape Coral they could barely see Diamond the dog with a flashlight but knew she was struggling. They say she’s lucky because they’ve caught bull sharks right out of the canal she was trapped in, and the water was so cold. Luckily, Diamond is safely back with her […]
ENGLEWOOD Good Samaritans pay it forward at Englewood restaurant during the holidays Patrons at a restaurant in Charlotte County decided to pay it forward, and it started a chain reaction during the holiday season in Southwest Florida. Saturday, when good Samaritans decided to pay it forward at Nicola’s Italian Kitchen in Englewood, everyone began to jump on board. Before all was said and done, servers received a […]