FGCU hosts emergency disaster drill trainingFew showers along a front moving through this Friday afternoon
FGCU hosts emergency disaster drill training The FGCU is hosting an emergency disaster drill training to educate students on how first responders prepare for crises.
the weather authority Few showers along a front moving through this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front dropping temperatures along with a few afternoon showers this Friday.
the weather authority Tracking Tropical Storm Sara; likely to dissipate over Central America The Weather Authority is monitoring Tropical Storm Sara, which is expected to strengthen slightly before dissipation over Central America.
NAPLES “Don’t give up. You’re worth it. God sees you.” St. Matthew’s graduates speak out Susan and Dustin Cheatwood credit the Justin’s Place recovery program for saving their lives and stopping them from becoming a statistic.
ENGLEWOOD EAST FEMA relocation notice shocks mobile home park residents The Federal Emergency Management Agency issued relocation notices to residents living in one of their temporary housing parks in Englewood East.
Six dogs rescued after being left in a box by SR-29 Six dogs, including four puppies and two adult dogs, were found stranded in an empty box on the corner of Experimental Road and State Road 29 in Immokalee.
FORT MYERS Players of the Week: Dunbar’s Ken’Dahrius Green and Jeremy Ware Dunbar High School’s Special Teams unit has shown out these past two weeks, scoring a special teams touchdown in wins over South Fort Myers and Fort Myers.
NAPLES Collier County golfer lands shot on the back of an alligator “Play it safe.” That’s what Greg Irving thought he may be doing when he swung his puck Wednesday morning while golfing with his friend Joe Pack.
PUNTA GORDA Southwest Florida veterans honored during round trip honor flight Veterans from Southwest Florida made a round trip to Washington, DC, and back in honor of their service.
NAPLES Path to freedom: From Cuban prison to NCH operating room It’s rare that a serious heart condition is a blessing, but that was the case for a Naples man. The surgery he received at NCH saved his life in more ways than one.
SANIBEL Changing landscape after hurricanes Many of you know what saltwater surge does to your homes after surviving hurricanes Ian, Helene and Milton. It’s highly corrosive and destructive. It also has a similar impact on plants and wildlife, but that’s not all bad news.
Former FGCU basketball player talks Karl Smesko joining WNBA Las Vegas Aces guard Kierstan Bell made a lot of memories playing at FGCU. From winning ASUN championships to playing for one of the winningest coaches in the sport Karl Smesko.
LEHIGH ACRES Suspicious fire sparks at Lehigh Acres church Daycare services at one church are canceled after a small fire at Victory church in Lehigh Acres.
State of Florida sues FEMA for ‘conspiracy to interfere with civil rights’ The State of Florida is suing the Federal Emergency Management Agency for “conspiring to interfere with civil rights,” according to an official complaint filed by Florida Attorney General Ashely Moody.
WINK NEWS Game of the Week: Cape Coral Seahawks vs. Immokalee Indians The Seahawks are undefeated on the road and the Indians have never lost on home turf. Friday night only one will advance to round two.
FGCU hosts emergency disaster drill training The FGCU is hosting an emergency disaster drill training to educate students on how first responders prepare for crises.
the weather authority Few showers along a front moving through this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front dropping temperatures along with a few afternoon showers this Friday.
the weather authority Tracking Tropical Storm Sara; likely to dissipate over Central America The Weather Authority is monitoring Tropical Storm Sara, which is expected to strengthen slightly before dissipation over Central America.
NAPLES “Don’t give up. You’re worth it. God sees you.” St. Matthew’s graduates speak out Susan and Dustin Cheatwood credit the Justin’s Place recovery program for saving their lives and stopping them from becoming a statistic.
ENGLEWOOD EAST FEMA relocation notice shocks mobile home park residents The Federal Emergency Management Agency issued relocation notices to residents living in one of their temporary housing parks in Englewood East.
Six dogs rescued after being left in a box by SR-29 Six dogs, including four puppies and two adult dogs, were found stranded in an empty box on the corner of Experimental Road and State Road 29 in Immokalee.
FORT MYERS Players of the Week: Dunbar’s Ken’Dahrius Green and Jeremy Ware Dunbar High School’s Special Teams unit has shown out these past two weeks, scoring a special teams touchdown in wins over South Fort Myers and Fort Myers.
NAPLES Collier County golfer lands shot on the back of an alligator “Play it safe.” That’s what Greg Irving thought he may be doing when he swung his puck Wednesday morning while golfing with his friend Joe Pack.
PUNTA GORDA Southwest Florida veterans honored during round trip honor flight Veterans from Southwest Florida made a round trip to Washington, DC, and back in honor of their service.
NAPLES Path to freedom: From Cuban prison to NCH operating room It’s rare that a serious heart condition is a blessing, but that was the case for a Naples man. The surgery he received at NCH saved his life in more ways than one.
SANIBEL Changing landscape after hurricanes Many of you know what saltwater surge does to your homes after surviving hurricanes Ian, Helene and Milton. It’s highly corrosive and destructive. It also has a similar impact on plants and wildlife, but that’s not all bad news.
Former FGCU basketball player talks Karl Smesko joining WNBA Las Vegas Aces guard Kierstan Bell made a lot of memories playing at FGCU. From winning ASUN championships to playing for one of the winningest coaches in the sport Karl Smesko.
LEHIGH ACRES Suspicious fire sparks at Lehigh Acres church Daycare services at one church are canceled after a small fire at Victory church in Lehigh Acres.
State of Florida sues FEMA for ‘conspiracy to interfere with civil rights’ The State of Florida is suing the Federal Emergency Management Agency for “conspiring to interfere with civil rights,” according to an official complaint filed by Florida Attorney General Ashely Moody.
WINK NEWS Game of the Week: Cape Coral Seahawks vs. Immokalee Indians The Seahawks are undefeated on the road and the Indians have never lost on home turf. Friday night only one will advance to round two.
NAPLES Make sure to put safety first when putting up your Christmas lights This weekend will be perfect weather to put up those Christmas lights many of you have been dying to put up. We have some safety tips for you from the City of Naples Fire Department. Never leave your lights running when you leave the house. If you’re up on a ladder, always have three points […]
NAPLES Holiday beachgoers in Naples not deterred by red tide in the gulf While red tide effects are lessening, beachgoers might still notice some side effects like coughing and breathing issues at the beach this holiday weekend. Many vacationers in Naples told us it’s been much better at the beach recently, and they are not going to let the effects of red tide change their plans for holiday […]
FORT MYERS How to navigate uncomfortable topics at the Thanksgiving dinner table Thanksgiving is almost here and it is time for you to catch up with your family. But some uncomfortable topics can arise around the dinner table. Here are some tips to navigate around them from people Reporter Taylor Smith spoke with on Monday. Watch in the video above.
NAPLES Statewide visitors take to the skies for Naples hot air balloon rides Hundreds of people statewide visited Naples to see and take rides in hot air balloons at the Naples Balloon Glow Friday. “It’s awesome,” Joshua Trierweiler said. “It’s the best thing I’ve ever done.” No matter what age you are, being able to fly in the sky in a huge balloon is pretty cool. “Honestly, I […]
ORANGETREE Man arrested after crash that leads to sexual assault in Collier County A woman says she feared a man was about to rape her after crashing into her car. She says he followed her and then intentionally rear-ended her car. Then, she says he forcefully and inappropriately touched her. Wednesday, Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrested Rickardo Burgess, 35, after responding to a crash along Immokalee Road near […]
MARCO ISLAND Some burrowing owls are under attack in Marco Island Many people on Marco Island said the person who filled a burrowing owl nest with dirt did it to make sure the birds do not come back. Just days later, a car drove over a different nest. But the owls are resilient and have many people backing them up. In the month of November alone, […]
NAPLES PARK Suspect arrested in Naples Park hit-and-run that seriously injured woman The suspect in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a Naples Park woman has been arrested. Florida Highway Patrol arrested suspect Louis Lacivita, 17, for an August hit-and-run that injured 53-year-old Jesusa “Susan” Alang in Naples Park. “To God be the glory. Thanks be to God. He is not sleeping, yet he is good all […]
EAST NAPLES Neighbor at East Naples community told to take Christmas lights down We looked into whether a Grinch was stealing a neighbor’s Christmas in Collier County. She says the lights she has up on her home for the holidays make her happy. But her landlord said they have to go. A woman at the Crown Pointe neighborhood in East Naples is being told by her homeowner’s association […]
NORTH NAPLES 2020 Naples Winter Wine Fest showcasing luxurious destination auctions People in Southwest Florida will soon have a chance to win extravagant trips to India and Hawaii while helping local children. The annual Naples Winter Wine Festival at the Ritz Carlton hotel in North Naples is two months away. “One hundred percent of the money we raise goes to charities in our community that serve […]
NAPLES Gulfshore Life recognizes its 2019 men and women of the year Eight men and women received a significant honor on Wednesday evening. Gulfshore Life recognized each as the men and women of the year. WINK News partner, Gulfshore Life, celebrated community trailblazers and people who endlessly make Southwest Florida a better place at the Ritz Golf Resort. Chef Asif Syed is one of the men this […]