Rain doesn’t stop crowds at 40th Annual Cape Coral Arts FestivalSports trading card collecting going through “a generational reboot”
CAPE CORAL Rain doesn’t stop crowds at 40th Annual Cape Coral Arts Festival For 40 years, the Cape Coral Arts Festival has drawn crowds from across Southwest Florida, showcasing a blend of small businesses from the region.
CAPE CORAL Sports trading card collecting going through “a generational reboot” The hobby of sports trading card collecting has been on the rise since 2020, especially in Southwest Florida with more card shows.
PUNTA GORDA 11th annual short film festival coming to Punta Gorda The Punta Gorda Englewood Beach Visitor Convention Bureau will host its 11th annual short film festival.
the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
PORT CHARLOTTE Sweet’s Diner in Port Charlotte reopens After months of fundraising and rebuilding, this diner, which had a car fly-through it, is back open.
FWC pushing to protect Florida’s endangered manatees Florida Fish and Wildlife is pushing to protect endangered manatees. One danger that animals face is when boats bash into them, leaving deep scars across their backs.
FORT MYERS The Fort Myers Fire Department looks towards new year Fighting fires is always top of mind for the Fort Myers Fire Department. The Fort Myers Fire Department leads the way when it comes to protecting your property when a fire breaks out.
WINK NEWS Palisades Wildfire devastates SWFL family Just hours after evacuating their Malibu home, the Wohl family learned they would never go back.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral expands with development The Cove at 47th The Cove sits in south Cape Coral between Cape Coral Parkway and Southeast 47th Terrace right next to Cork Soakers.
FORT MYERS ‘Operation Ghost Buster’: 16 arrested in Fort Myers drug operation The Fort Myers Police Department Narcotics Unit conducted an operation targeting drug traffickers and individuals unlawfully selling and possessing firearms in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS ‘A Distinctive Honor’: Bank of America award benefits FSW Nursing Program Bank of America has been awarded Florida Southwestern State College the 2024 Neighborhood Champion Award.
CAPTIVA One step closer to decision on South Seas building density After hearing arguments from both sides, the judge said he stood by his earlier decision in favor of the Captiva Civic Association.
Governor signs death warrant for man accused of 1997 killing of 2 in Charlotte County Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed the death warrant for a man accused of killing two people in Charlotte County in 1997.
CAPE CORAL Rain doesn’t stop crowds at 40th Annual Cape Coral Arts Festival For 40 years, the Cape Coral Arts Festival has drawn crowds from across Southwest Florida, showcasing a blend of small businesses from the region.
CAPE CORAL Sports trading card collecting going through “a generational reboot” The hobby of sports trading card collecting has been on the rise since 2020, especially in Southwest Florida with more card shows.
PUNTA GORDA 11th annual short film festival coming to Punta Gorda The Punta Gorda Englewood Beach Visitor Convention Bureau will host its 11th annual short film festival.
the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
PORT CHARLOTTE Sweet’s Diner in Port Charlotte reopens After months of fundraising and rebuilding, this diner, which had a car fly-through it, is back open.
FWC pushing to protect Florida’s endangered manatees Florida Fish and Wildlife is pushing to protect endangered manatees. One danger that animals face is when boats bash into them, leaving deep scars across their backs.
FORT MYERS The Fort Myers Fire Department looks towards new year Fighting fires is always top of mind for the Fort Myers Fire Department. The Fort Myers Fire Department leads the way when it comes to protecting your property when a fire breaks out.
WINK NEWS Palisades Wildfire devastates SWFL family Just hours after evacuating their Malibu home, the Wohl family learned they would never go back.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral expands with development The Cove at 47th The Cove sits in south Cape Coral between Cape Coral Parkway and Southeast 47th Terrace right next to Cork Soakers.
FORT MYERS ‘Operation Ghost Buster’: 16 arrested in Fort Myers drug operation The Fort Myers Police Department Narcotics Unit conducted an operation targeting drug traffickers and individuals unlawfully selling and possessing firearms in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS ‘A Distinctive Honor’: Bank of America award benefits FSW Nursing Program Bank of America has been awarded Florida Southwestern State College the 2024 Neighborhood Champion Award.
CAPTIVA One step closer to decision on South Seas building density After hearing arguments from both sides, the judge said he stood by his earlier decision in favor of the Captiva Civic Association.
Governor signs death warrant for man accused of 1997 killing of 2 in Charlotte County Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed the death warrant for a man accused of killing two people in Charlotte County in 1997.
NAPLES Naples facing safety concerns amid police officer shortage Leaders and neighbors are sounding the alarm over safety in Naples because of a short-staffed police department. Especially as more visitors come into town during the winter season. Naples Police Chief Tom Weschler told WINK News they’ve been hit all at once by a combination of things including retirements and officers out on disability. One […]
NAPLES New COVID protocols at Artis-Naples causing controversy There are new COVID-19 policies in place at a Southwest Florida arts organization to keep people safe. But now, some people say they won’t be going back there. Artis-Naples says for all events and to get into the museum, guests are required to have a negative COVID-19 test or proof of vaccination. Artis-Naples was one […]
NAPLES Senior citizens in Naples getting COVID-19 booster shots Joy was in the air Monday at the Naples Senior Center. Stennett Johnson joined 99 other seniors on Monday getting their booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. For Johnson, it is a dose of freedom. “It’s life-changing for me now I’m going to be able to go into Publix or into Walmart without fear now […]
NORTH NAPLES ‘Party with a Purpose’ event helps survivors of abuse with resources to restart their lives Leaving an abuser takes courage and tenacity. And oftentimes there’s no time to pack. “They often will have nothing when they’re leaving their abuser,” Paul Kallenberg, the manager of the consignment store The Shelter Options Shoppe. All proceeds from the store on 2nd Avenue North in Naples goes toward the Shelter for Abused Women and Children. […]
NAPLES The City of Naples wants your input ahead of Design District transformation Changes are coming to an area of Naples and planners want you to be a part of it. The Naples Design District is getting a facelift and is asking the public for suggestions on everything from events to parking. Already, 1500 people have made their way to this website to give their input on what […]
NAPLES NCH looking to build a new hospital in Naples, facing challenge over its height NCH is asking the City of Naples to allow them to build a six-story building. The hospital says the new building will allow them to offer more comprehensive cardiac services to a growing and aging population. Kris Povlsen of North Naples said he is all for NCH turning its heart institute into a comprehensive cardiac […]
NAPLES Naples Beach Hotel sells, ready for transformation to Four Seasons luxury resort The Naples Beach Hotel has seen better days. But soon, a new owner will transform the hotel into a luxury beachfront Four Seasons resort. Earlier this year the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club agreed to sell the family-owned business but a lawsuit held it up until Friday when the sale was completed for $362 […]
COLLIER COUNTY Possible solutions discussed to traffic on Immokalee Road People who travel on Immokalee Road in Collier County say their commute has been getting longer and longer. They don’t believe the road was designed to keep up with the growth. Now, there’s talk about creating solutions. If you think Immokalee Road is busy now, Collier County projects a 40% increase in population within the […]
COLLIER COUNTY Canadian snowbirds preparing for the reopening of US land borders It’s been 19 months since our Canadian neighbors have been able to visit their vacation homes and now the borders to the north will soon be reopening to visitors. The ground border reopening and restrictions lifting on international air travel means you can expect to see more traffic come November. It also means big bucks […]
COLLIER COUNTY Local nonprofit warning vendors after some were contacted by an unknown person The most wonderful time of the year is still months away, but don’t say that to Falon Tabares. Her nonprofit agency The Healthy Earth Corporation is busy finalizing plans for its “Meet Santa” fundraiser. “It’s free. And we’re going to have like a DJ, and vendors are going to be there,” said co-founder Falon Tabares. […]