Hurricane Milton debris collection complete for unincorporated areas of Lee CountyAlico Inc. to wind down citrus division; cites greening as reason
Hurricane Milton debris collection complete for unincorporated areas of Lee County Lee County Solid Waste announced that debris collection for Hurricane Milton has concluded for unincorporated areas of Lee County.
Alico Inc. to wind down citrus division; cites greening as reason Alico Inc., a company deep-rooted in Florida, has announced the diversification of its Alico Citrus division to focus on being a land company.
PORT CHARLOTTE Trio wanted for attempted burglary in Port Charlotte neighborhood Three individuals are wanted for attempting to break into two cars in the driveway of a home in Port Charlotte.
marco island Red tide advisory in effect for South Marco Beach in Collier County The Florida Department of Health has informed the public of the presence of red tide reported near South Marco Beach.
Maine Shack shares taste of New England in North Naples Specializing in lobster rolls, fried clams and roast beef sandwiches, Maine Shack quietly launched Dec. 23 in the former space of Kruk’s Philly Steaks in the Promenade at Naples Centre on the corner of Naples Boulevard and Airport-Pulling Road.
Lee Health experiencing higher influx of patients amid cold and flu season Patients at Lee Health have been experiencing higher wait times as an influx of people with illnesses has overflooded several locations.
Lee County Ground transportation location changes happening at RSW Southwest Florida International Airport is making changes to its ground transportation locations because of its terminal expansion project.
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 Cold morning makes way for another chilly day The Weather Authority is tracking the coldest morning of the season as Southwest Florida braces for another chilly Wednesday afternoon.
NAPLES MANOR Collier County hit-and-run victims seek justice after New Year’s Day crash A mother and daughter were left for dead on the side of the road; the crash happened on New Year’s Day on Texas Avenue in Collier County.
FORT MYERS Florida wildlife affected by cold weather If you’re not a snowbird you’re probably going to spend this week shivering.
Fort Myers leaders discuss Dunbar Park renovation plans City leaders want to breathe new life into a community park many say has been neglected and forgotten Dunbar Park.
Deadline arrives for FEMA hurricane assistance in Florida The application deadline has arrived for those affected by the 2024 hurricane season to apply for assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
NAPLES Cyclists push for bike safety after recent crash Every cyclist has their story. Whether it’s a near miss or a hard hit, there’s no doubt about it: cyclists are vulnerable.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers home turns into junkyard Waking up to the smell of garbage is not a fun way to start your day.
Hurricane Milton debris collection complete for unincorporated areas of Lee County Lee County Solid Waste announced that debris collection for Hurricane Milton has concluded for unincorporated areas of Lee County.
Alico Inc. to wind down citrus division; cites greening as reason Alico Inc., a company deep-rooted in Florida, has announced the diversification of its Alico Citrus division to focus on being a land company.
PORT CHARLOTTE Trio wanted for attempted burglary in Port Charlotte neighborhood Three individuals are wanted for attempting to break into two cars in the driveway of a home in Port Charlotte.
marco island Red tide advisory in effect for South Marco Beach in Collier County The Florida Department of Health has informed the public of the presence of red tide reported near South Marco Beach.
Maine Shack shares taste of New England in North Naples Specializing in lobster rolls, fried clams and roast beef sandwiches, Maine Shack quietly launched Dec. 23 in the former space of Kruk’s Philly Steaks in the Promenade at Naples Centre on the corner of Naples Boulevard and Airport-Pulling Road.
Lee Health experiencing higher influx of patients amid cold and flu season Patients at Lee Health have been experiencing higher wait times as an influx of people with illnesses has overflooded several locations.
Lee County Ground transportation location changes happening at RSW Southwest Florida International Airport is making changes to its ground transportation locations because of its terminal expansion project.
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 Cold morning makes way for another chilly day The Weather Authority is tracking the coldest morning of the season as Southwest Florida braces for another chilly Wednesday afternoon.
NAPLES MANOR Collier County hit-and-run victims seek justice after New Year’s Day crash A mother and daughter were left for dead on the side of the road; the crash happened on New Year’s Day on Texas Avenue in Collier County.
FORT MYERS Florida wildlife affected by cold weather If you’re not a snowbird you’re probably going to spend this week shivering.
Fort Myers leaders discuss Dunbar Park renovation plans City leaders want to breathe new life into a community park many say has been neglected and forgotten Dunbar Park.
Deadline arrives for FEMA hurricane assistance in Florida The application deadline has arrived for those affected by the 2024 hurricane season to apply for assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
NAPLES Cyclists push for bike safety after recent crash Every cyclist has their story. Whether it’s a near miss or a hard hit, there’s no doubt about it: cyclists are vulnerable.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers home turns into junkyard Waking up to the smell of garbage is not a fun way to start your day.
CAPE CORAL Pickleball and tennis courts coming to Cape Coral An area off Southwest 4th Street in Cape Coral will transform into 32 pickleball courts, 12 tennis courts, lighting, and covered seats. The project aims to attract more people to the City of Cape Coral. While the space has been empty for years, council members believe the property has the potential to bring more tourism […]
ESTERO Copperleaf Charitable Foundation hosting annual Hunger Walk People in Southwest Florida were excited to walk together Saturday morning for a good cause. The Copperleaf Charitable Foundation hosted its annual Hunger Walk inside the Copperleaf Golf Club Community in Estero. Every person is helping to take a step closer to ending hunger. Their registration fees to participate go, as a donation, to the […]
CAPE CORAL First ever Cape Coral music walk on Saturday The area around Duval Street in Cape Coral wants to become a live music destination in Florida. They’re holding their first music walk on Saturday, beginning at 2 p.m., with the music lasting until 10 p.m., showcasing talented musicians and celebrating Southwest Florida’s largest city. The area will be filled with a stage and vendors, […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents unhappy with changes to dangerous intersection An intersection in Cape Coral got a bit of an upgrade last week, but some drivers aren’t happy with the changes. Left turns are no more at the intersection of Del Prado Boulevard at De Navarra Parkway. Drivers are now welcomed by yellow sticks intended to prevent crashes. The City of Cape Coral installed them […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral food trucks to be forbidden from overnight parking During Wednesday night’s zoning regulation discussion, the City of Cape Coral decided that food trucks will not be allowed to park at job sites overnight, and seating areas will not be allowed. This decision could potentially put people out of business. People may enjoy visiting favorite food trucks to eat and enjoy the weather, but […]
FORT MYERS Could there be relief on the way for SWFL renters? Not likely Will skyrocketing rent price people out of living in Southwest Florida? If you rent, chances are you’re paying more than you did one year ago. If you’re looking for a place to live, there aren’t many choices out there. Before Hurricane Ian, Southwest Florida was booming, and finding affordable housing was like finding a four-leaf […]
CAPE CORAL Sunsplash in Cape Coral reopening in March Cape Coral’s popular waterpark, Sunsplash, is adding 60 days to its season this year. For month’s no one has been able to enjoy the slides, pools are staircases at Sunsplash Waterpark. The Cape Coral attraction is typically known for being a fun place for families to enjoy the sunshine. But when Hurricane Ian hit, and […]
FORT MYERS BEACH Lee County grieves after recovery of James Hurst, last man missing after Ian The family and friends of 72-year-old James “Denny” Hurst are feeling a bittersweet mixture of emotions after the recovery of Hurst’s body, meaning everyone missing is accounted for in Lee County after Hurricane Ian. Hurst was found on his sunken sailboat Good Girl, pulled out of the water near Salty Sam’s in Matanzas Pass […]
FORT MYERS BEACH Unidentified body found on missing Fort Myers Beach man’s sunken boat On Friday, Lee County Sheriff’s Office dive teams found a sunken boat belonging to a missing man and a body onboard. The dive team located the sunken sailboat ‘Good Girl’ in Matanzas Pass and say they are actively recovering it. The sheriff’s office says a body was found on the boat, and the medical examiner […]
MARATHON Daughters share story of father who fought for fellow Cuban migrants in Florida Border Patrol says more migrants are coming to Florida this year than last. On Wednesday night, Border Patrol agents found 25 migrants from Cuba in the Marquesas Keys, 20 miles from Key West. Marathon is where Customs and Border Protection sends new arrivals to Key West for processing. They say the surge of Cuban arrivals […]