City of Naples hosts open house workshop for Naples Roads projectsOllie’s Pub, the home of SWFL’s local music scene, closes after 4 memorable years
City of Naples hosts open house workshop for Naples Roads projects The city of Naples is hosting an open house workshop at Baker Park Tuesday from 4:30 – 6:30pm. The Naples design district master plan is all about enhancing infrastructure, including improved streets, parking, stormwater management, and utilities. The Complete Streets Project will focus on First Avenue South, Tenth Street South and Twelfth Street South in […]
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.
NAPLES Gov. DeSantis waives entrance fees for Florida State Parks for Memorial Day Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the suspension of all entry fees in Florida state parks during Memorial Day weekend.
FORT MYERS Annual SWFL Wellness Fair in Fort Myers to promote well-being The Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium is partnering with the SWFL Wellness Fair to offer a day of fun and inspiration in Fort Myers.
Tampa Gov. DeSantis renews the Freedom Sales Tax holiday in Florida Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the renewal of the Freedom Sales Tax holiday in Tampa.
NEW YORK (AP) Protesters take over Columbia University’s Hamilton Hall in escalation of anti-war demonstrations Dozens of protesters took over a building at Columbia University in New York early Tuesday, barricading the entrances and unfurling a Palestinian flag out of a window in the latest escalation of demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war that have spread to college campuses nationwide.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Isolated storms to develop Tuesday afternoon and evening The Weather Authority is tracking a dry Tuesday morning with the possibility of isolated rainstorms throughout the afternoon and into the evening
City of Naples hosts open house workshop for Naples Roads projects The city of Naples is hosting an open house workshop at Baker Park Tuesday from 4:30 – 6:30pm. The Naples design district master plan is all about enhancing infrastructure, including improved streets, parking, stormwater management, and utilities. The Complete Streets Project will focus on First Avenue South, Tenth Street South and Twelfth Street South in […]
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.
NAPLES Gov. DeSantis waives entrance fees for Florida State Parks for Memorial Day Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the suspension of all entry fees in Florida state parks during Memorial Day weekend.
FORT MYERS Annual SWFL Wellness Fair in Fort Myers to promote well-being The Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium is partnering with the SWFL Wellness Fair to offer a day of fun and inspiration in Fort Myers.
Tampa Gov. DeSantis renews the Freedom Sales Tax holiday in Florida Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the renewal of the Freedom Sales Tax holiday in Tampa.
NEW YORK (AP) Protesters take over Columbia University’s Hamilton Hall in escalation of anti-war demonstrations Dozens of protesters took over a building at Columbia University in New York early Tuesday, barricading the entrances and unfurling a Palestinian flag out of a window in the latest escalation of demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war that have spread to college campuses nationwide.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Isolated storms to develop Tuesday afternoon and evening The Weather Authority is tracking a dry Tuesday morning with the possibility of isolated rainstorms throughout the afternoon and into the evening
WINK NEWS SWFL prepares to receive COVID-19 vaccine While FDA approval of Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine hangs in the balance, Southwest Florida is gearing up to receive it. We learned more Friday about what the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine will look like in the region. Charlotte County is keeping a close eye as COVID-19 cases climb. “This is the last 14 days. We’ve […]
WINK NEWS Doctor says committing to a bubble for holidays can bring families together safely There’s no place like home for the holidays, but health experts are warning everyone not to travel, and stay away from big groups. Some families are finding a way to enjoy each other’s company without risking the spread of the coronavirus. Experts say it’s all about creating a bubble. It worked for the NBA and […]
FORT MYERS Why is a second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine necessary? The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will decide whether to grant approval this week for a COVID-19 vaccine, but one big thing: You’ll need to get two doses in order for the vaccine to work. With every day seeming to break new records for hospitalizations and deaths, COVID-19 is now the No. 1 killer in […]
SOUTH FORT MYERS Lee Health announces award for quality and safety by Leapfrog Group HealthPark Medical Center and Lee Memorial Hospital have been named a “Top Teaching Hospital” and Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida a “Top Children’s Hospital” nationally by The Leapfrog Group, a national watchdog organization focused on health care quality and safety. Lee Memorial Hospital recognition HealthPark Medical Center recognized Golisano Children’s Hospital recognized More than […]
WINK NEWS Projections model shows vaccine won’t reduce deaths due to COVID-19 In the next two weeks, two coronavirus vaccines will be up for emergency use authorization review, but a model from experts at the University of Washington shows a vaccine won’t reduce the number of coronavirus deaths by that much. We looked at what doctors and health experts believe will be more impactful against COVID-19 than […]
WINK NEWS ‘Hospital at Home’ could be a solution to prevent packed hospitals Capacity issues aren’t hitting Southwest Florida health systems yet, and there is a way to solve the problem before it starts. It’s called “Hospital at Home.” It’s exactly as it sounds: Certain patients can receive hospital-level care from the comfort of their own homes. But there are some restrictions. Only certain types of patients and […]
FORT MYERS SWFL hospitals could face lack of doctors, nurses as COVID-19 cases surge The number of people hospitalized for COVID-19 across the state has doubled since September, and the president of the Florida Hospital Association says the biggest problem isn’t a lack of beds, but could become a lack of doctors and nurses. “A month ago, we had about 90 patients with COVID,” said Dr. Larry Antonucci, Lee […]
WINK NEWS SWFL health systems see impacts as COVID-19 cases rise, state reaches 1 million positive cases Florida reached 1 million reported positive coronavirus cases Tuesday after reporting its daily numbers. The Sunshine State is the third in the U.S. to reach this many cases. The state joins California and Texas, but Florida reports more cases based on population than either of them. Florida ranks 23rd in the nation per 100,000 people. […]
LEE COUNTY Doctor: Wait a few days after Thanksgiving before getting COVID-19 test As Florida edges closer to reporting 1 million cases of COVID-19, health experts are saying you should get tested if you traveled for Thanksgiving or spent a lot of time around people. However, they say there’s no need to rush out today for a test, but rather wait three to five days after potential exposure. […]
FORT MYERS Changes coming to help with wait times at COVID-19 testing sites Long lines of people and cars have been seen at COVID-19 testing sites across the country, and here in Southwest Florida at sites like CenturyLink. Currently, there aren’t any appointments available until Tuesday. But a solution to the long wait times may be in sight. Black Friday did see crowds but not at the retails […]