Man arrested for failing to return U-HaulWINK Neighborhood Watch: Stolen Jeep, knife attack, and officer impersonator
Man arrested for failing to return U-Haul According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, a man was arrested on Thursday for failing to redeliver a U-Haul truck.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: Stolen Jeep, knife attack, and officer impersonator This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a stolen Jeep, a man caught red-handed after slashing his neighbor, and a man impersonating a federal officer.
FORT MYERS BEACH Bonita Bill’s final day: Celebrating 34 years of memories At 8 a.m., the doors opened for one last time at Bonita Bill’s, a beloved restaurant that has been a staple on Fort Myers Beach since 1991.
the weather authority Seasonal Sunday in store with highs reaching the mid 70s The Weather Authority says that even though Southwest Florida is getting another chilly start, with temperatures in the 40s and 50s, it will warm up nicely into the afternoon.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda man arrested for death threats against local leaders A Punta Gorda man has been arrested for sending over thirty threatening emails to senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott and a Punta Gorda police officer.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for stealing Jeep, possessing firearm illegally A 39-year-old man was arrested early Friday morning in Cape Coral after being accused of stealing a Jeep and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.
NORTH PORT North Port Firefighters rescue dog, cats during structure fire North Port Fire Rescue crews responded to a structure fire, saving one dog and four cats from a burning home.
CAPE CORAL Runners turn out for 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way Jim Jeffers Park in Cape Coral transformed into a sea of runners Saturday morning as people laced up their shoes for the 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way.
the weather authority A cool, comfortable first weekend of 2025 with lots of sunshine The Weather Authority is kicking off the first weekend of 2025 on a chilly note with morning temperatures in the 40s and 50s across Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Locals respond to Surgeon General advisory on alcohol Many think a cancer warning label won’t stop anyone who is planning on having a drink from having one. But at the same time, hearing alcohol could increase their cancer risk did get them thinking about drinking.
New provision to Florida law gives public the authority to sue over homeless camping People now have the power to sue local leaders for not stopping the homeless from camping in public if a report is made.
CAPE CORAL Understanding water restriction in Cape Coral The city of Canals has water problems again!
SANIBEL Future of the Sanibel Pier Sanibel Island is looking much better since Hurricane Ian, but while the lighthouse is standing tall, the pier isn’t doing too well.
downtown fort myers Large crowds expected for Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival Downtown Fort Myers is on higher alert as this weekend’s 4th Annual Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival is expected to draw large crowds.
Man arrested for failing to return U-Haul According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, a man was arrested on Thursday for failing to redeliver a U-Haul truck.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: Stolen Jeep, knife attack, and officer impersonator This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a stolen Jeep, a man caught red-handed after slashing his neighbor, and a man impersonating a federal officer.
FORT MYERS BEACH Bonita Bill’s final day: Celebrating 34 years of memories At 8 a.m., the doors opened for one last time at Bonita Bill’s, a beloved restaurant that has been a staple on Fort Myers Beach since 1991.
the weather authority Seasonal Sunday in store with highs reaching the mid 70s The Weather Authority says that even though Southwest Florida is getting another chilly start, with temperatures in the 40s and 50s, it will warm up nicely into the afternoon.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda man arrested for death threats against local leaders A Punta Gorda man has been arrested for sending over thirty threatening emails to senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott and a Punta Gorda police officer.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for stealing Jeep, possessing firearm illegally A 39-year-old man was arrested early Friday morning in Cape Coral after being accused of stealing a Jeep and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.
NORTH PORT North Port Firefighters rescue dog, cats during structure fire North Port Fire Rescue crews responded to a structure fire, saving one dog and four cats from a burning home.
CAPE CORAL Runners turn out for 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way Jim Jeffers Park in Cape Coral transformed into a sea of runners Saturday morning as people laced up their shoes for the 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way.
the weather authority A cool, comfortable first weekend of 2025 with lots of sunshine The Weather Authority is kicking off the first weekend of 2025 on a chilly note with morning temperatures in the 40s and 50s across Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Locals respond to Surgeon General advisory on alcohol Many think a cancer warning label won’t stop anyone who is planning on having a drink from having one. But at the same time, hearing alcohol could increase their cancer risk did get them thinking about drinking.
New provision to Florida law gives public the authority to sue over homeless camping People now have the power to sue local leaders for not stopping the homeless from camping in public if a report is made.
CAPE CORAL Understanding water restriction in Cape Coral The city of Canals has water problems again!
SANIBEL Future of the Sanibel Pier Sanibel Island is looking much better since Hurricane Ian, but while the lighthouse is standing tall, the pier isn’t doing too well.
downtown fort myers Large crowds expected for Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival Downtown Fort Myers is on higher alert as this weekend’s 4th Annual Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival is expected to draw large crowds.
NAPLES Naples Winter Wine Festival donors get to meet the kids they’re helping Naples Winter Wine Festival donors are getting the chance to meet the children their money directly impacts. The event benefits charities within the Naples Children and Education Foundation. And 100% of those donations stay within Collier County. There are adorable children under the big white tent amongst the sea of adults. Each of them benefits […]
Gulfshore Business: 2022 Naples Winter Wine festival auction unofficially raises $20M For updates from the 2022 Naples Winter Wine Festival visit Gulfshore Business’ coverage click here. *Click the above link if you were not automatically redirected.
Naples (Gulfshore Business) Naples Winter Wine Festival returns, set to raise millions The Naples Winter Wine Festival returns to an in-person format this weekend with a live auction Saturday, including fine food and wine, at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples. In its 22nd year, this year’s theme is “Rise Up – Twenty Twenty Twogether” for the event that benefits the Naples Children & Education Foundation, which […]
NAPLES Naples Winter Wine Festival: A Taste for Help, a WINK News special Southwest Florida’s largest fundraiser, the Naples Winter Wine Festival, is back this season returning to The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, January 28-30, 2022. Watch the WINK News special above as we show you the children, families, and organizations in Collier County who benefit from the proceeds of the event. We also show you what to […]
IMMOKALEE Immokalee Foundation helps students learn skills for after high school The Immokalee Foundation has found a creative way to bring internships to students, providing hands-on experience and helping teens identify what they want to do after high school. Jesus Mancilla is a junior in high school, but he already has an idea of what he wants to do: he’s thinking about becoming some sort of […]
NAPLES Master sommeliers give tips before 2022 Naples Winter Wine Festivals On Saturday, master sommeliers will descend on Southwest Florida for the 2022 Naples Winter Wine Festival. The wine experts are from all over the country, from the Napa Valley to New York and everywhere in between. Being a master sommelier isn’t just tasting wine, though; it can take a decade of work. “You have to […]
NAPLES Behind the scenes of the 2022 Naples Winter Wine Festival Take a look at the details of what it takes to host one of the country’s largest fundraisers. The elaborate invitations for the 2022 Naples Winter Wine Festival are entire boxes that go to attendees, looking like children’s books with tabs to pull. The woman behind all the decor and invitations, Shirley Welsh, says that’s […]
NAPLES Able Academy in Naples helps diagnose boy with autism at 4 years old Helping nearly 300,000 children since it started, the Naples Winter Wine Festival begins on Friday. The foundation behind it is refocusing on education, not just in the classroom, but from birth. One little boy has this early learning to thank for a critical diagnosis. Claudia Hernandez started noticing some unusual behavior from her 4-year-old son […]
NAPLES 2022 Naples Winter Wine Festival “Rise Up – Twenty Twenty Twogether” lots preview Southwest Florida’s largest fundraiser, the Naples Winter Wine Festival, is back this season and just announced some of its exclusive auction lots. Imagine traveling between exotic destinations in Croatia on your very own motoryacht, fly fishing and golfing at amazing locations in New Zealand or enjoying rare fine wines from some of the world’s most […]
COLLIER COUNTY Naples Winter Wine Festival provides more than $9 million to local organizations More than $9 million is going to Collier County organizations helping children at risk. The funds were raised by this year’s Naples Winter Wine Festival. It will go toward organizations like Youth Haven’s Transitional Living Cottage where 19-year-old Merci lived for about two years. The organization declined to release Merci’s last name. “I don’t know where […]