‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidationHomeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
BIG CYPRESS PRESERVE What changes if Big Cypress National Preserve becomes a Wilderness Area? America’s first nationally designated preserve is in Southwest Florida’s backyard, and it is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Method to treat IBD being used for other health issues Trying to get treatments for the brain when fighting neurological diseases like epilepsy and ALS is a challenge.
FORT MYERS NTSB report reveals new details in helicopter crash after Hurricane Ian The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its final report on a helicopter crash that occurred in Iona, Florida, shortly after Hurricane Ian.
‘Latinos in Action’ empowers all students to succeed WINK News talked with teachers who are a part of the program, helping kids reach their full potential.
Immokalee ‘The eyes always draw me in’; Immokalee portrait artist turns dark times into color One of Southwest Florida best portrait artist, Martha Maria Cantu, almost gave up art. Now she’s on the forefront of the city of Immokalee, to make her community filled with color.
GOLDEN GATE Collier commissioners approve agreement for golf complex in Golden Gate Collier commissioners unanimously approved a long term lease and operating agreement to reopen the Golden Gate golf course Tuesday.
PUNTA GORDA Motorcyclists ride in SWFL to help veterans battle suicide A group of veterans from the American Legion are grabbing their helmets and boots for a motorcycle ride to bring awareness to the staggering rates of suicide among veterans.
SARASOTA Alleged sexual abuse victims of Port Charlotte priest comes forward Father Riley worked at three churches in Charlotte County and another in Naples. On Friday, new allegations emerged from a news conference in Sarasota.
PORT CHARLOTTE Port Charlotte priest accused of sexual abuse appears in court A priest accused of sexually abusing four altar boys in Iowa nearly 40 years ago returned to Charlotte County court.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema prepares for opening at Mercato The newest movie theater in Southwest Florida opens April 29, and it does so with an array of entertainment offerings that go beyond the usual options across the region.
Let’s Waffle opens in Cape Coral Let’s Waffle is one of two businesses the Feix family launched locally, with the FMS Florida Boat Tours and Limousine Service owned and operated by Feix’s husband, Alexander.
Planned Punta Gorda hotel, pub, brewery faces construction delay Kevin Doyle, owner of Celtic Ray Public House Irish pub in downtown Punta Gorda, and his partner, S4 Global Investments, were found in violation of the city’s exposed soils code.
Three Sisters Spring Toast the manatee released by FWC, SeaWorld and Casey DeSantis near Crystal River A manatee named Toast was released back into the Florida waters after a final medical evaluation from wildlife officials.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
BIG CYPRESS PRESERVE What changes if Big Cypress National Preserve becomes a Wilderness Area? America’s first nationally designated preserve is in Southwest Florida’s backyard, and it is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Method to treat IBD being used for other health issues Trying to get treatments for the brain when fighting neurological diseases like epilepsy and ALS is a challenge.
FORT MYERS NTSB report reveals new details in helicopter crash after Hurricane Ian The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its final report on a helicopter crash that occurred in Iona, Florida, shortly after Hurricane Ian.
‘Latinos in Action’ empowers all students to succeed WINK News talked with teachers who are a part of the program, helping kids reach their full potential.
Immokalee ‘The eyes always draw me in’; Immokalee portrait artist turns dark times into color One of Southwest Florida best portrait artist, Martha Maria Cantu, almost gave up art. Now she’s on the forefront of the city of Immokalee, to make her community filled with color.
GOLDEN GATE Collier commissioners approve agreement for golf complex in Golden Gate Collier commissioners unanimously approved a long term lease and operating agreement to reopen the Golden Gate golf course Tuesday.
PUNTA GORDA Motorcyclists ride in SWFL to help veterans battle suicide A group of veterans from the American Legion are grabbing their helmets and boots for a motorcycle ride to bring awareness to the staggering rates of suicide among veterans.
SARASOTA Alleged sexual abuse victims of Port Charlotte priest comes forward Father Riley worked at three churches in Charlotte County and another in Naples. On Friday, new allegations emerged from a news conference in Sarasota.
PORT CHARLOTTE Port Charlotte priest accused of sexual abuse appears in court A priest accused of sexually abusing four altar boys in Iowa nearly 40 years ago returned to Charlotte County court.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema prepares for opening at Mercato The newest movie theater in Southwest Florida opens April 29, and it does so with an array of entertainment offerings that go beyond the usual options across the region.
Let’s Waffle opens in Cape Coral Let’s Waffle is one of two businesses the Feix family launched locally, with the FMS Florida Boat Tours and Limousine Service owned and operated by Feix’s husband, Alexander.
Planned Punta Gorda hotel, pub, brewery faces construction delay Kevin Doyle, owner of Celtic Ray Public House Irish pub in downtown Punta Gorda, and his partner, S4 Global Investments, were found in violation of the city’s exposed soils code.
Three Sisters Spring Toast the manatee released by FWC, SeaWorld and Casey DeSantis near Crystal River A manatee named Toast was released back into the Florida waters after a final medical evaluation from wildlife officials.
Making them proud: Michigan’s Ricky Doyle For parents, nothing is better than seeing their child succeed. Just ask Richard Doyle. “It’s exciting for us, believe me,” said Doyle. His son, Bishop Verot grad Ricky Doyle , just locked down a starting role for Michigan basketball — as a freshman. “A lot of people [have been] coming up to me and saying […]
Family safe after sailboat wrecks in rough seas NAPLES, Fla. – A family headed back to shore near Doctors Pass Christmas Eve was stranded for a short time, after strong winds pushed their sailboat into the rocks. Dana Castro said he was out with his wife and three other family members sailing Wednesday when the crash happened. Castro said they were headed back to shore, […]
Hearts & Homes Inc. finds homes for homeless veterans LEE COUNTY, Fla.- One Lee County organization has made it their mission to take homeless veterans off the streets and into a safe place. A Merry Christmas for Brandon Prosper, only 7 1/2 years old, almost didn’t happen. Brandon’s father Edward Prosper is a Navy veteran. Ed left the service in 2008. Since then, he has had […]
CCSO spreads Christmas cheer to East Naples family COLLIER COUNTY, Fla.- A welfare check turned into a Christmas miracle for one East Naples family. Nadia Gonzalez got a huge surprise after a deputy came to her apartment to collect a welfare check. The deputy that went to the home noticed they were fine, except that the mother and her three daughters had very […]
Exclusive: U.S Marine suprises her dad, a TSA Agent at RSW, for Christmas LEE COUNTY, Fla.,- Only on WINK, A TSA agent at RSW gets the ultimate Christmas present! His daughter, a Marine, surprised him while he was working. Only WINK News was there as Corporal Angelina Burow made his Christmas wish come true. It’s the priceless reaction of a TSA agent as his daughter, a U.S. Marine, […]
New details in progress of 3-year-old mauled by dog NAPLES, Fla.- A Mississippi 3-year-old who’s face was disfigured after she was mauled by a dog will soon receive a new eye. WINK News has covered Victoria Wilcher’s story extensively after she captured the heart of a Naples eye specialist. Raymond Peters is taking care of Victoria’s new eye– for free. Peters says Victoria is […]
‘The Interview’ tickets go on sale in Fort Myers, Bonita Springs FORT MYERS, Fla. – Wednesday marked the first day people could pre-order their tickets for “The Interview” at Edison Park 8 Cinemas in Fort Myers and it saw a steady stream of eager customers. “I’m here to buy tickets for Saturday to see ‘The Interview’ because this is America,” said Fort Myers resident Vollen Loucks. […]
Travelers arrive in Southwest Florida just in time for Christmas LEE COUNTY, Fla.- WINK News spent the day talking to travelers, coming and going from Southwest Florida this Christmas Eve. We met two ladies from Pennsylvania who tell WINK News, they’re changing up their Christmas this year! It was their first time on an airplane, their first time in Florida, it will be their first […]
FWC officials warn boaters to watch out for manatees LEE COUNTY, Fla.- If you are heading out on the water, watch your speed and watch out for manatees. As the water cools in the Caloosahatchee River, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officials are looking to protect the manatees as they swim about. “During the winter months, when the water gets cooler, these manatees […]