What changes if Big Cypress National Preserve becomes a Wilderness Area?Method to treat IBD being used for other health issues
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 fiftieth 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.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Man arrested and charged with over 90 counts of fraud The Cape Coral Police Department arrested a man for allegedly stealing items from a business and then pawning them.
Man accused of pulling gun on someone ordering at Collier County Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru A man has been arrested after allegedly pulling a gun on someone ordering at a Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru in Collier County.
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 fiftieth 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.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Man arrested and charged with over 90 counts of fraud The Cape Coral Police Department arrested a man for allegedly stealing items from a business and then pawning them.
Man accused of pulling gun on someone ordering at Collier County Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru A man has been arrested after allegedly pulling a gun on someone ordering at a Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru in Collier County.
Filing taxes can be a bit overwhelming, but a new Southwest Florida based program helps clients breathe easier. United Way Volunteer Income Tax Assistance is a free filing service available to families and individuals making under $66,000, according to their website. “In the past I always went to a professional like H&R block and it was more expensive and more time consuming,” client Tama Smith said. “It just makes it so easy and they’re just wonderful people.” The IRS sponsors the VITA and clients can file their taxes online or make an appointment. “I can typically do a normal return in 30 minutes or less,” said George Wondolowski, VITA Volunteer. But there are a few exceptions to the program. “We typically do not do rental properties,” Wondolowski said. “We do not do very sophisticated barter and exchange agreements if you have a broker. But self-employed people, we do a lot of those.” The Estero location filed nearly 700 returns last year, with over $900,000 in refunds. For more information, click here. Here are the proposed site locations for 2018: Bonita United Way House (Open Feb 5) 26820 Old 41 Rd Bonita Springs, FL 34135 239-357-4024 From 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Tuesday Bonita Springs Assistance Office 25300 Bernwood Dr. Ste. 6 Bonita Springs, FL 34135 239-992-3034 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday Cape Coral –Water’s Edge Church 2213 Country Club Blvd. Cape Coral, FL 33990 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday Clewiston United Way House 969 W. Sugarland Highway Clewiston, FL 33440 863-983-2774 Call for appointment Estero/San Carlos United Way House 17592 Rockefeller Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33967 239-267-0895 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday Englewood – Lemon Bay H.S. (Open Feb. 8) 2201 Placida Rd. Englewood, FL 34224 941-627-3539 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday Fort Myers Downtown – City of Palms Park 2201 Edison Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901 (Entrance on 2305 Broadway, 3rd Floor) 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Fort Myers United Way House – The Heights Center (Open Feb. 5) 15570 Hagie Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33908 239-482-7706 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday Lee County Health Department 83 Pondella Rd., North Fort Myers, FL 33903 239-461-6100 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday LaBelle United Way House 133 North Bridge Street, LaBelle, FL 33935 239-433-7559 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday Lehigh United Way House 201 Plaza Drive, Suite 103, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 239-369-5818 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday Port Charlotte- United Way Office (Open Feb 6) 17831 Murdock Circle, Suite A, Port Charlotte, FL 33948 941-627-3539 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday Sanibel-Captiva United Way House (Open Feb 9) 2430-B Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957 239-472-4775 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Select Fridays