FORT MYERS Lee County STET team protecting our schools with cameras There are cameras in our kid’s schools, dozens of them, but did you know that Lee County Schools sends those live video feeds to the sheriff’s office, and it’s someone’s job to watch them?
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Six-week abortion ban to take effect soon A stricter abortion ban will take effect in Florida on Wednesday.
Estero’s Golf Coast Driving Range shuts down, visitors devastated A place to relax, let loose and hit a few drives, has come to the end of an era for this community. “This is the first place we came to,” said Roxanne Henningsen, a Bonita Springs resident. “And it like became our second home. The people are wonderful. It’s just a great atmosphere. And we’ve […]
LEHIGH ACRES Changing how you are represented in Lee County Leaders want to hear your thoughts this week at a town hall on how you elect county commissioners.
FORT MYERS Frontier Airlines announces nonstop flights from RSW to San Juan, PR These flights will take off on June 2 and run 3 times a week.
City of Naples hosts open house workshop for Naples road projects The City of Naples is hosting an open house workshop to hear from the public regarding road improvements.
CAPE CORAL Ollie’s Pub, the home of SWFL’s local music scene, closes after 4 memorable years Ollie’s Pub, once the center of local original music in Southwest Florida, is closing after a prosperous yet arduous four years.
New FGCU athletic director Colin Hargis puts business degree to use Hargis began his new job at FGCU on April 29 knowing he would have about $15 million in annual funding—and also knowing the budget has more than doubled in the last decade.
Future unknown for Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel site What’s to come of the Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel and adjoining Hurricane Charley’s Sushi, Raw Bar & Grill after demolition is yet to be determined.
(CBS) Trump held in contempt for violating gag order in “hush money” trial. Here’s how much he owes. The judge overseeing Donald Trump’s criminal trial in New York held him in contempt of court on Tuesday for violating a gag order.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Shootout that killed 4 law officers began as task force tried to serve a warrant, police say A shootout that killed four law enforcement officers and wounded four others in North Carolina began as officers went serve a warrant.
WINK NEWS Semi-truck crash shuts down multiple lanes at Pine Ridge Road A crash involving a semi-truck caused lanes at Pine Ridge Road to close temporarily on Tuesday.
FORT MYERS Man accused of fatal North Fort Myers shooting held without bond The North Fort Myers man arrested for allegedly shooting into a truck, killing a man is being held without bond following a court appearance.
Lake Park Diner expands with Founders Square location Not only will the new Founders Square location of Lake Park Diner serve the growing population in North Naples and Golden Gate Estates, the second helping of the local dining spot will serve as the prototype for future iterations of the casual restaurant concept.
IONA Woman discovered in Bayside Inlet, condition unknown According to the fire district, reports of a woman in a canal were issued at around 7:50 a.m. at Junonia Court in Iona.
FORT MYERS Lee County STET team protecting our schools with cameras There are cameras in our kid’s schools, dozens of them, but did you know that Lee County Schools sends those live video feeds to the sheriff’s office, and it’s someone’s job to watch them?
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Six-week abortion ban to take effect soon A stricter abortion ban will take effect in Florida on Wednesday.
Estero’s Golf Coast Driving Range shuts down, visitors devastated A place to relax, let loose and hit a few drives, has come to the end of an era for this community. “This is the first place we came to,” said Roxanne Henningsen, a Bonita Springs resident. “And it like became our second home. The people are wonderful. It’s just a great atmosphere. And we’ve […]
LEHIGH ACRES Changing how you are represented in Lee County Leaders want to hear your thoughts this week at a town hall on how you elect county commissioners.
FORT MYERS Frontier Airlines announces nonstop flights from RSW to San Juan, PR These flights will take off on June 2 and run 3 times a week.
City of Naples hosts open house workshop for Naples road projects The City of Naples is hosting an open house workshop to hear from the public regarding road improvements.
CAPE CORAL Ollie’s Pub, the home of SWFL’s local music scene, closes after 4 memorable years Ollie’s Pub, once the center of local original music in Southwest Florida, is closing after a prosperous yet arduous four years.
New FGCU athletic director Colin Hargis puts business degree to use Hargis began his new job at FGCU on April 29 knowing he would have about $15 million in annual funding—and also knowing the budget has more than doubled in the last decade.
Future unknown for Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel site What’s to come of the Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel and adjoining Hurricane Charley’s Sushi, Raw Bar & Grill after demolition is yet to be determined.
(CBS) Trump held in contempt for violating gag order in “hush money” trial. Here’s how much he owes. The judge overseeing Donald Trump’s criminal trial in New York held him in contempt of court on Tuesday for violating a gag order.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Shootout that killed 4 law officers began as task force tried to serve a warrant, police say A shootout that killed four law enforcement officers and wounded four others in North Carolina began as officers went serve a warrant.
WINK NEWS Semi-truck crash shuts down multiple lanes at Pine Ridge Road A crash involving a semi-truck caused lanes at Pine Ridge Road to close temporarily on Tuesday.
FORT MYERS Man accused of fatal North Fort Myers shooting held without bond The North Fort Myers man arrested for allegedly shooting into a truck, killing a man is being held without bond following a court appearance.
Lake Park Diner expands with Founders Square location Not only will the new Founders Square location of Lake Park Diner serve the growing population in North Naples and Golden Gate Estates, the second helping of the local dining spot will serve as the prototype for future iterations of the casual restaurant concept.
IONA Woman discovered in Bayside Inlet, condition unknown According to the fire district, reports of a woman in a canal were issued at around 7:50 a.m. at Junonia Court in Iona.
WINK NEWS Holocaust survivors in SWFL share messages of hope during pandemic As we search for signs of hope during the coronavirus pandemic, we heard from those who endured and survived during a horrific time in human history. We spoke with two Holocaust survivors in Southwest Florida Monday who shared their thoughts with all of us. “You never knew what was going to happen to you,” holocaust […]
FORT MYERS Lee Health reuses N-95 masks; research says it’s safe and here’s how it works Masks are pinned to what looks like a clothes-line, but instead, this line if more of a lifeline for masks used on the front lines of the COVID-19 battle. Supplies are a hot commodity right now and workers at Lee Health have had to get creative. Dr. Stephanie Stovall with Lee Health infectious diseases says, […]
FORT MYERS SWFL community has strong opinions about ‘what’s next,’ especially for schools So many people want to know what’s next—for the economy, how long we’ll be “safer at home,” when can we go to work and send kids back to class? We learned today through countless Facebook posts that you have strong opinions on the matter, in particular about our schools. Gates are closed, sidewalks are empty—your […]
WINK NEWS Support greatly needed to provide food for impoverished communities As millions across the country lose their jobs, the need for food is off the charts. And the increase in food insecurity is in our region. Southwest Florida neighbors form huge lines outside local food banks in hopes of receiving enough meal items to feed their families. We visited St. Matthew’s House in East Naples […]
NORTH FORT MYERS Community Cooperative holds mobile food pantry, large need for food amidst COVID-19 With the coronavirus pandemic, thousands in our area are struggling to put food on the table. Saturday morning, one local group is doing its part to make sure people in need have enough to eat. Volunteers will gather in North Fort Myers to help out people in need who have been lining up since 4:30 […]
FORT MYERS Dance teacher has students doing ‘handwashing dance’ to spread important message, have fun These dance moves are more than just exercise, they’re also a life-saving lesson for all of us. Some SWFL dance students are doing a hand washing dance. Their teacher, Maria Iannone, was inspired by these difficult days. “I just thought that having them dance while they’re washing their hands would be a way to pass […]
NAPLES Naples business closes due to COVID-19, helps local shelters in need Right now, some of us might struggle to find somewhere to turn for help. One Southwest Florida business knows places like shelters need a boost when supplies are low. Audrey’s of Naples is colorful and high-end, but it wasn’t always. “We lost a shop to Hurricane Ivan in 2004 which is why we ended up […]
FORT MYERS SWFL rabbis learning to host Passover Seder amid coronavirus pandemic Wednesday marks the first day of Passover, but this time, it’s during the COVID-19 pandemic. Celebrations have certainly never been this bare. After 38 years as a rabbi, Marc Slack knows how to host a Passover Seder, but tonight’s is different. He says he’s both excited and nervous. “I have never done a ‘Zoom Seder’ […]
COLLIER COUNTY SWFL business owner says his bank no longer providing fed-guaranteed loans A small business owner is already facing a tough time, as he is dealt with another blow amid the coronavirus pandemic. One bank says it no longer has the cash to hand out for small business loans. We looked at what the local business owner is doing as he tries to make a living. Tony […]
FORT MYERS In their own words: SWFL nurses urge people to stay home Nurses on the frontlines in Southwest Florida are urging you to stay home. These men and women are putting their own health at risk to save lives, and WINK News reporter Sydney Persing talked to them about the impacts of COVID-19. WATCH their stories above.