Lawmakers cancel special session called by Gov. DeSantisSugarshack Downtown music venue goes live in Bonita Springs
TALLAHASSEE Lawmakers cancel special session called by Gov. DeSantis There was some chaos and defiance earlier this morning as a special session got underway in Tallahassee.
Sugarshack Downtown music venue goes live in Bonita Springs Following a series of private invitation-only events, the live music venue with a full-service restaurant and bars launches to the general public Jan. 31 across Old 41 Road from the city’s Riverside Park bandshell. A grand opening celebration is planned in early February.
Foxtail Coffee Co., Eagle Specialty Coffee open in Cape Coral The two coffee shops are almost identical in size, shape and layout. Both rely on drive-thru windows for more than half their business. Both are located off Pine Island Road in Cape Coral, and both are part of relatively small companies when compared to the behemoth that’s located roughly halfway between them.
Jury selection begins for Charlotte County teen accused of murdering his mother Jury selection begins for the 17-year-old accused of killing his mother, who could spend the rest of his life in prison if convicted.
PUNTA GORDA Quarterly auction to benefit Sgt. Elio Diaz in Punta Gorda There will be a quarterly auction in Punta Gorda to benefit Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz, who died last year while conducting a traffic stop.
Charlotte deputies searching for armed suspect on the run The hunt is on for a suspect who fled from Charlotte County deputies when they went to arrest him on a Sarasota warrant on Sunday.
FORT MYERS Lee Health holds groundbreaking ceremony in Fort Myers Lee Health is expanding its reach and holding an event for a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Fort Myers campus.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers City Council to review 2 historic development projects The Fort Myers City Council is set to meet and discuss the development of two historic sites.
cape coral Cape Coral man accused of DUI, fleeing from police The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man accused of DUI while fleeing from law enforcement.
Firstborn member of SWFL eagle family dies in nest The Southwest Florida Eagle Cam announced that E24, the firstborn of the eagle family, has died.
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County offers discounted dog adoptions for Valentine’s Day Lee County Domestic Animal Services is inviting the public to celebrate Yappy Valentine’s Day by offering reduced adoption fees for adult dogs.
LEHIGH ACRES 2 men wanted for Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on two men wanted for a Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery.
FHP releases details on fatal gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Rd. The Florida Highway Patrol has released more information regarding the fatal gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road in Lee County.
the weather authority Big warm up this Monday with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority is tracking warmer weather as Southwest Florida can expect plenty of sunshine this Monday afternoon.
Man suspected of fatal domestic shooting incident in Charlotte County The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal domestic shooting incident on Holtville Avenue in South Gulf Cove.
TALLAHASSEE Lawmakers cancel special session called by Gov. DeSantis There was some chaos and defiance earlier this morning as a special session got underway in Tallahassee.
Sugarshack Downtown music venue goes live in Bonita Springs Following a series of private invitation-only events, the live music venue with a full-service restaurant and bars launches to the general public Jan. 31 across Old 41 Road from the city’s Riverside Park bandshell. A grand opening celebration is planned in early February.
Foxtail Coffee Co., Eagle Specialty Coffee open in Cape Coral The two coffee shops are almost identical in size, shape and layout. Both rely on drive-thru windows for more than half their business. Both are located off Pine Island Road in Cape Coral, and both are part of relatively small companies when compared to the behemoth that’s located roughly halfway between them.
Jury selection begins for Charlotte County teen accused of murdering his mother Jury selection begins for the 17-year-old accused of killing his mother, who could spend the rest of his life in prison if convicted.
PUNTA GORDA Quarterly auction to benefit Sgt. Elio Diaz in Punta Gorda There will be a quarterly auction in Punta Gorda to benefit Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz, who died last year while conducting a traffic stop.
Charlotte deputies searching for armed suspect on the run The hunt is on for a suspect who fled from Charlotte County deputies when they went to arrest him on a Sarasota warrant on Sunday.
FORT MYERS Lee Health holds groundbreaking ceremony in Fort Myers Lee Health is expanding its reach and holding an event for a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Fort Myers campus.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers City Council to review 2 historic development projects The Fort Myers City Council is set to meet and discuss the development of two historic sites.
cape coral Cape Coral man accused of DUI, fleeing from police The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man accused of DUI while fleeing from law enforcement.
Firstborn member of SWFL eagle family dies in nest The Southwest Florida Eagle Cam announced that E24, the firstborn of the eagle family, has died.
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County offers discounted dog adoptions for Valentine’s Day Lee County Domestic Animal Services is inviting the public to celebrate Yappy Valentine’s Day by offering reduced adoption fees for adult dogs.
LEHIGH ACRES 2 men wanted for Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on two men wanted for a Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery.
FHP releases details on fatal gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Rd. The Florida Highway Patrol has released more information regarding the fatal gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road in Lee County.
the weather authority Big warm up this Monday with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority is tracking warmer weather as Southwest Florida can expect plenty of sunshine this Monday afternoon.
Man suspected of fatal domestic shooting incident in Charlotte County The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal domestic shooting incident on Holtville Avenue in South Gulf Cove.
COLLIER COUNTY Humane Society of Naples sees increase in pet adoptions during pandemic Humane Society of Naples says more people are visiting to adopt or foster pets, so they have some companionship during this uncertain time. Not only are people feeling happier, dogs and cats are getting love. Humane society of Naples says they have seen steady adoptions to cheer people up during the coronavirus pandemic. And Dog […]
WINK NEWS Mixed views on Publix decision to require masks You’ll soon be required to wear a mask when you enter Publix, starting July 21. The supermarket chain is joining several other big stores that also have mask requirements. The announcement about mask requirements at Publix received mix reactions Thursday. There will soon be signs at Publix locations that say masks must be worn inside […]
GOLDEN GATE ESTATES Man arrested for allegedly shooting, killing bear in Golden Gate Estates The Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man they say shot and killed a Florida black bear in Golden Gate Estates. The bear’s name was Bailey, a 1-year-old male among a family of bears that neighbors loved to see in their backyards, never feeling they were in any harm. The Humane Society of the United […]
COLLIER COUNTY Collier County schools return Aug 19; school district set to announce plan Collier County Public Schools announced it has pushed back the start date for the fall to Aug. 19. Parents have four learning options for the upcoming school year in Collier County: In-person class Full-time structured virtual learning Full-time flexible virtual learning Home school It’s a decision that’s weighing on the minds of many. Now, the […]
COLLIER COUNTY Collier County teacher worried about proposed school year plan What might the next school year look like in Collier County? Districts leaders will reveal the plan on Wednesday. Julie Abalos, an eighth grade teacher in Collier County, said they will be required to wear face masks, social distancing will be the norm, and lunch and breakfast for children will happen in their classrooms. While […]
NAPLES Twitter data ranks Florida 3rd for anti-mask activity on social platform Is Florida anti-mask? It depends on who you ask. But based on a Twitter survey that looked at 150,000 tweets and hashtags, Florida is the third state with the most anti-mask activity. Nevada and Arizona are considered to be a bit heavier in anti-mask activity on Twitter. We went to downtown Naples Friday to chat […]
COLLIER COUNTY Expert says pool safety important during increased time at home An expert we spoke to says the increased time spent at home during the pandemic could pose a danger to children in backyards with pools. We learned about different things that could play a part for an increase in drownings in Florida Thursday. “We were always cautious about everything for safety,” said Mariusz Pieczalski. Pieczalski […]
COLLIER COUNTY Italian ice shop opens in Collier County after delays due to COVID-19 Ice cream makes a lot of things better. And, during a pandemic, we need something to sweeten up our daily lives. But a new collier county shop has been through its fair share of ups and downs, trying to open with the coronavirus surging in Florida. Still, they are trying to look on the bright […]
COLLIER COUNTY Collier County Tourist Development Council to discuss mask mandate Collier County Tourist Development Council will discuss making masks mandatory in the county at its Wednesday meeting. The county decided against it recently, but the tourism council is revisiting it. The director of Collier County tourism says all they can give to the county commission is a recommendation. They are not putting any policies in […]
WINK NEWS Expert says large gatherings among younger people add difficulty to contact tracing A health expert we spoke to Monday says large gatherings younger people are attending make it harder to track the spread of the coronavirus. And teens we spoke to in Naples explained their positions. “There is so many parties going on,” said teen Victoria Velikov in Naples. “I don’t think people really care about corona.” […]