NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 11, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
Second leading cause of chest pain The leading cause of cardiac chest pain is coronary artery disease, which affects over 18 million adults in the United States.
Vicky Bakery opens 26th location, first in Fort Myers A Fort Myers location just opened at 4429 Cleveland Ave., at El Dorado Plaza, just east of the Ginza sushi restaurant.
WINK News’ Matt Devitt, officials address resident flooding concerns In a slide presentation, WINK News Chief Meteorologist Matt Devitt showed surrounding coastal counties have the sensors that are installed and monitored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
FORT MYERS RSW offering remote parking for the holidays Southwest Florida International Airport, RSW, is offering passengers RSWRemote, a reserved holiday parking option.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 11, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
Second leading cause of chest pain The leading cause of cardiac chest pain is coronary artery disease, which affects over 18 million adults in the United States.
Vicky Bakery opens 26th location, first in Fort Myers A Fort Myers location just opened at 4429 Cleveland Ave., at El Dorado Plaza, just east of the Ginza sushi restaurant.
WINK News’ Matt Devitt, officials address resident flooding concerns In a slide presentation, WINK News Chief Meteorologist Matt Devitt showed surrounding coastal counties have the sensors that are installed and monitored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
FORT MYERS RSW offering remote parking for the holidays Southwest Florida International Airport, RSW, is offering passengers RSWRemote, a reserved holiday parking option.
New LCSO sign promotes safety at school bus stops It’s big and it’s bright! The Lee County Sheriff’s Office hopes its new LED sign will make drivers aware they are approaching a school bus stop. SWFL Super Bowl champion coaching alma mater Seahawk legend turned Super Bowl champion Jaylen Watkins has taken over as defensive coordinator at Cape Coral. Headaches ensue for parents, students due to Lee County bus delays The first week of school can be challenging for parents and students alike; however, frequent bus delays continue to add to the existing pressures. Student move-in day kicks off at FGCU School is back in session as Florida Gulf Coast University students are excitedly preparing for their move-in day. Mowing a difference at bus stops in Lehigh Acres Kenneth McMillan is no stranger to yard work. In his latest project, high grass and debris are about to be schooled. Students return to the classroom in Collier County It was the first day of school for Collier County. Students were excited to be back, and the staff greeted them to the new year. First day of school challenges for Lee County Schools The first day of school is always a rush of excitement for parents, teachers and, most importantly, kids! Hot with scattered storms for after-school activities The Weather Authority is tracking a hot day ahead for students as they’re preparing to return to school. Back to School: What to know as your kids return for the new school year Schools are back in session for many Southwest Florida students, but are the local districts prepared for the new year? Annual school supply giveaway event at Immokalee High School Back to school can be a little nerve-wracking for the kids, but also for the parents! Especially when they get that long school supply list they need to shop for. Homeschooling growing in popularity in Lee County WINK News anchor Corey Lazar met up with a former educator, who made the decision to homeschool her own granddaughters. Lee County Sheriff gives behind-the-scenes tour of school safety As Lee County students brace for the new school year on Monday, the topic of safety comes to mind for parents. Are SWFL schools enforcing stricter cell phone policies? Florida lawmakers passed a bill allowing school districts to create their own rules regarding cell phone use, but how is it enforced? Getting ready for back to school with successful bus operations Getting kids to school safely and on time is no easy task, but it’s a mission John Lambke with Collier County Schools treasures. Lee County School District aims to improve school bus route efficiency From dealing with blaring alarms to making breakfast, parents rush their kids to the bus stop every morning … but that’s where the rushing stops. Collier County Public School teachers’ first day back WINK News visited the Seagate elementary campus Tuesday as teachers came in for their first day. Lee County School District installs program aimed at academic focus Lee County teachers have had their hands full due to understaffing and classroom overcrowding; a new program may provide relief before the school year begins.
New LCSO sign promotes safety at school bus stops It’s big and it’s bright! The Lee County Sheriff’s Office hopes its new LED sign will make drivers aware they are approaching a school bus stop.
SWFL Super Bowl champion coaching alma mater Seahawk legend turned Super Bowl champion Jaylen Watkins has taken over as defensive coordinator at Cape Coral.
Headaches ensue for parents, students due to Lee County bus delays The first week of school can be challenging for parents and students alike; however, frequent bus delays continue to add to the existing pressures.
Student move-in day kicks off at FGCU School is back in session as Florida Gulf Coast University students are excitedly preparing for their move-in day.
Mowing a difference at bus stops in Lehigh Acres Kenneth McMillan is no stranger to yard work. In his latest project, high grass and debris are about to be schooled.
Students return to the classroom in Collier County It was the first day of school for Collier County. Students were excited to be back, and the staff greeted them to the new year.
First day of school challenges for Lee County Schools The first day of school is always a rush of excitement for parents, teachers and, most importantly, kids!
Hot with scattered storms for after-school activities The Weather Authority is tracking a hot day ahead for students as they’re preparing to return to school.
Back to School: What to know as your kids return for the new school year Schools are back in session for many Southwest Florida students, but are the local districts prepared for the new year?
Annual school supply giveaway event at Immokalee High School Back to school can be a little nerve-wracking for the kids, but also for the parents! Especially when they get that long school supply list they need to shop for.
Homeschooling growing in popularity in Lee County WINK News anchor Corey Lazar met up with a former educator, who made the decision to homeschool her own granddaughters.
Lee County Sheriff gives behind-the-scenes tour of school safety As Lee County students brace for the new school year on Monday, the topic of safety comes to mind for parents.
Are SWFL schools enforcing stricter cell phone policies? Florida lawmakers passed a bill allowing school districts to create their own rules regarding cell phone use, but how is it enforced?
Getting ready for back to school with successful bus operations Getting kids to school safely and on time is no easy task, but it’s a mission John Lambke with Collier County Schools treasures.
Lee County School District aims to improve school bus route efficiency From dealing with blaring alarms to making breakfast, parents rush their kids to the bus stop every morning … but that’s where the rushing stops.
Collier County Public School teachers’ first day back WINK News visited the Seagate elementary campus Tuesday as teachers came in for their first day.
Lee County School District installs program aimed at academic focus Lee County teachers have had their hands full due to understaffing and classroom overcrowding; a new program may provide relief before the school year begins.