Neighbors react to chaos at Barefoot LakeThe story of Ollie’s Pub and what kept it open through years of hardships
BAREFOOT LAKE Neighbors react to chaos at Barefoot Lake Imagine being scared to leave your home on the weekends. Ana and Anrik understand the feeling all too well.
CAPE CORAL The story of Ollie’s Pub and what kept it open through years of hardships Before Ollie’s housed weekly events, packed to the brim with artwork and home to many, it was a simple dream and an empty space.
Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 1, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 1, 2024.
FORT MYERS BEACH Remembering Fort Myers Beach ‘Mayor’ Brad Benson To know Brad Benson was to know a legend. He recently passed away at the age of 71 after battling health issues.
CAPE CORAL Proposed Cape Coral City Council meeting time change fails In a 4 to 4 vote, the motion to move Cape Coral meeting times from 4:30 to 9 a.m. failed.
Greater Dunbar initiative begins A duplex that has been around since the 1960s and is filled with generations of memories is being demolished.
Caught on camera: funnel clouds, hail and more during thunderstorm Wednesday’s thunderstorms storms have produced hail and funnel clouds.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New mammography guidelines Breast cancer is much easier to treat when it’s caught early.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral church picking up the pieces after massive fire Calvary Connection ministries is unrecognizable after a massive fire swept through a Cape Coral Complex on Monday.
CAPE CORAL Day Two of FEMA code compliance hearings in Cape Coral Another 50 people were summoned Wednesday for the second day of code compliance hearings before the special magistrate.
PUNTA GORDA Cracking down on vapes in Charlotte County schools Vaping is taking over, and that’s why three Charlotte County High schools are testing out vape sensors.
State lawmakers want to hear your opinion on voting in Lee County Right now, everyone votes for or against all five of the Lee Commissioners, but they’re talking about changing the system so that each commissioner represents a specific part of the county.
FORT MYERS Migrants entering Florida under controversial parole program The House Committee on Homeland Security has released documents, which show a surge in migrants entering the United States through a parole program, sparking debate over immigration policies and border security.
North Collier firefighter beats cancer, educates others on safety He’s a father, son, friend and mentor, but for the last four years, he’s been in a battle for his life.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape Coral A man wanted for questioning in the death of his brother at his Cape Coral home has been arrested in Pennsylvania.
BAREFOOT LAKE Neighbors react to chaos at Barefoot Lake Imagine being scared to leave your home on the weekends. Ana and Anrik understand the feeling all too well.
CAPE CORAL The story of Ollie’s Pub and what kept it open through years of hardships Before Ollie’s housed weekly events, packed to the brim with artwork and home to many, it was a simple dream and an empty space.
Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 1, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 1, 2024.
FORT MYERS BEACH Remembering Fort Myers Beach ‘Mayor’ Brad Benson To know Brad Benson was to know a legend. He recently passed away at the age of 71 after battling health issues.
CAPE CORAL Proposed Cape Coral City Council meeting time change fails In a 4 to 4 vote, the motion to move Cape Coral meeting times from 4:30 to 9 a.m. failed.
Greater Dunbar initiative begins A duplex that has been around since the 1960s and is filled with generations of memories is being demolished.
Caught on camera: funnel clouds, hail and more during thunderstorm Wednesday’s thunderstorms storms have produced hail and funnel clouds.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New mammography guidelines Breast cancer is much easier to treat when it’s caught early.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral church picking up the pieces after massive fire Calvary Connection ministries is unrecognizable after a massive fire swept through a Cape Coral Complex on Monday.
CAPE CORAL Day Two of FEMA code compliance hearings in Cape Coral Another 50 people were summoned Wednesday for the second day of code compliance hearings before the special magistrate.
PUNTA GORDA Cracking down on vapes in Charlotte County schools Vaping is taking over, and that’s why three Charlotte County High schools are testing out vape sensors.
State lawmakers want to hear your opinion on voting in Lee County Right now, everyone votes for or against all five of the Lee Commissioners, but they’re talking about changing the system so that each commissioner represents a specific part of the county.
FORT MYERS Migrants entering Florida under controversial parole program The House Committee on Homeland Security has released documents, which show a surge in migrants entering the United States through a parole program, sparking debate over immigration policies and border security.
North Collier firefighter beats cancer, educates others on safety He’s a father, son, friend and mentor, but for the last four years, he’s been in a battle for his life.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape Coral A man wanted for questioning in the death of his brother at his Cape Coral home has been arrested in Pennsylvania.
FORT MYERS Neighbors concerned over new apartment complex affordability in Fort Myers Hundreds of high-end apartments are expected to be coming to the city of Fort Myers. But is it the right location for it? Some neighbors tell us they want more affordable housing, but question whether the new development is actually affordable. The apartment complex is slated to be built at the northwest corner of Michigan […]
DESOTO COUNTY Spray paint vandalizes American flag, public property in DeSoto County The American flag, mailbox, stop signs, have all been vandalized – spray-painted with hateful words and offensive symbols. Now, the hunt is on to apprehend those responsible. Just outside of Arcadia, neighbors around Pine Hurst Dr. came outside to find graffiti and hateful words sprayed-painted on personal and public property. “My mom said the American […]
MOORE HAVEN Corps tests new technology turning blue-green algae into fuel A group many criticize for causing the water crisis now has an idea to help end it and use it to our benefit. Ted Dobrie has seen the water in front of his Moore Haven home on good days and the bad. “This year, it seems to be much less of an issue than it […]
FLORIDA Florida ‘Wetland Mitigation’ law protects natural resources and promotes development A new law will protect Florida’s natural resources while still allowing the state to prosper and welcome new residents. Gov. Ron DeSantis approved HB 521: Wetland Mitigation in June, and it took effect July 1. It directly allows local governments to allow wetland restoration on government-owned lands under certain circumstances. “The first thing they have […]
WINK NEWS UF scientists test SWFL soil to help farmers Scientists at the University of Florida are trying to uncover what is in the soil in Southwest Florida. WINK News Reporter Stephanie Byrne explains why they believe what’s inside the soil could pay of for farmers. WATCH the video above for her full story.
DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS Southwest Florida REIA luncheon focuses on ‘ecology of real estate’ When you are looking for a house, location is key. One significant factor that draws people to move to Southwest Florida is the water. That is why real estate agents are monitoring any signs of blue-green algae or red tide. Coastal living is part of the appeal of Southwest Florida. But how our water looks […]
BONITA SPRINGS Gulf Coast states see similarities to Southwest Florida blue-green algae The same type of algae that plagued our waterways, causing a water crisis last year is now devastating the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Tampa Bay Area is also having problems. Mike Parsons, a professor at Florida Gulf Coast University who also serves on the Florida Blue-Green Algae Task Force, said the microcystins found in Mississippi is […]
WINK NEWS Scientists go microscopic to find answer to prevent blue-green algae Scientists with U.S. Geological Survey’s southeast region and Caribbean Florida Water Science Center believe they can make a positive impact on the Southwest Florida water crisis and find an answer to prevent blue-green algae from returning. Scientists will look at water in Lake Okeechobee and the Caloosahatchee River and the life cycle of the algae […]
SOUTH FORT MYERS FGCU scientists test viruses to stop blue-green algae Hearing the word virus, many think of a cold or something that invades a computer. But that is not what came to mind for researchers at Florida Gulf Coast University. While people hope for a solution to blue-green algae, scientists at FGCU work to combat it using a virus. “As someone who studies viruses,” said […]
COLLIER COUNTY A look at the extremely rare ‘super’ Ghost Orchid in Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Many call Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary the heart and soul of Florida. It is nature’s gem in the western Everglades. The area has thousands of acres of land that’s home to nature’s wildlife and one of the treasures in the world – the extremely rare super Ghost Orchid. Reporter Stephanie Byrne takes you into the swamp […]