LEHIGH ACRES Flames shoot through roof of house in Lehigh Acres Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District said the people inside the house got out okay and no one was injured.
FORT MYERS Lee County making changes to fix bus issues In the past, the Lee County School District struggled to find enough bus drivers.
NAPLES Naples man gets original Bob Ross paintings appraised Bob Ross took this blank canvas in a small studio in Muncie, Indiana, and transformed it into a beautiful masterpiece.
Lee Schools board considers full-day phone bans The biggest talking point in a Lee County School District safety presentation wasn’t about violence or drugs, it was about phones
PORT CHARLOTTE Fallen officer ceremony in Charlotte County commemorates those who lost lives in line of duty The emotional ceremony was held at the William R. Gains Veterans Memorial Park in Port Charlotte.
SAN CARLOS PARK Lee County couple suspected of drugging and sexually abusing child Neighbors say a home in San Carlos Park was just another house before Tuesday.
PINE ISLAND FDOT asking you if bike and pedestrian lanes should be added to busy road The Florida Department of Transportation is asking you if bike and pedestrian lanes should be added to the busy road.
Food drive for mental health awareness While someone may look healthy, they may be fighting a real inner battle.
FORT MYERS Overbilled for overflow of water; Residents stuck with hefty water bill The Moore’s make ends meet living at The Cove for almost a year.
ESTERO Scoreless Eagle up for award at NIL Summit FGCU’s Brandon Dwyer is one of the big time performers in NIL despite having never scored a single point in his entire Eagle career.
What happens after a nuisance alligator is captured? For alligators, the month of May means we are in the heart of mating season in the Sunshine State.
Exclusive: Interview with woman who shares hope of recovery on National Fentanyl Awareness Day Lee County Sheriff’s Office said that in 2020 they seized nearly two thousand grams of fentanyl. In 2023, that number jumped to over 8,000.
ESTERO FGCU star in the circle reflects on historical senior season The Eagles’ ace told WINK News she is focused on making every moment count before she hangs up her cleats for the last time.
NAPLES Pastrami Dan’s reopens in Naples after SUV crash Pastrami Dan’s in Naples welcomed customers once again, with people waiting at the door.
FGCU Two FGCU softball players playing for those who impacted their lives Two FGCU softball players, Riley Oakes and Olivia Black, are playing for friends who impacted their lives in a major way.
LEHIGH ACRES Flames shoot through roof of house in Lehigh Acres Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District said the people inside the house got out okay and no one was injured.
FORT MYERS Lee County making changes to fix bus issues In the past, the Lee County School District struggled to find enough bus drivers.
NAPLES Naples man gets original Bob Ross paintings appraised Bob Ross took this blank canvas in a small studio in Muncie, Indiana, and transformed it into a beautiful masterpiece.
Lee Schools board considers full-day phone bans The biggest talking point in a Lee County School District safety presentation wasn’t about violence or drugs, it was about phones
PORT CHARLOTTE Fallen officer ceremony in Charlotte County commemorates those who lost lives in line of duty The emotional ceremony was held at the William R. Gains Veterans Memorial Park in Port Charlotte.
SAN CARLOS PARK Lee County couple suspected of drugging and sexually abusing child Neighbors say a home in San Carlos Park was just another house before Tuesday.
PINE ISLAND FDOT asking you if bike and pedestrian lanes should be added to busy road The Florida Department of Transportation is asking you if bike and pedestrian lanes should be added to the busy road.
Food drive for mental health awareness While someone may look healthy, they may be fighting a real inner battle.
FORT MYERS Overbilled for overflow of water; Residents stuck with hefty water bill The Moore’s make ends meet living at The Cove for almost a year.
ESTERO Scoreless Eagle up for award at NIL Summit FGCU’s Brandon Dwyer is one of the big time performers in NIL despite having never scored a single point in his entire Eagle career.
What happens after a nuisance alligator is captured? For alligators, the month of May means we are in the heart of mating season in the Sunshine State.
Exclusive: Interview with woman who shares hope of recovery on National Fentanyl Awareness Day Lee County Sheriff’s Office said that in 2020 they seized nearly two thousand grams of fentanyl. In 2023, that number jumped to over 8,000.
ESTERO FGCU star in the circle reflects on historical senior season The Eagles’ ace told WINK News she is focused on making every moment count before she hangs up her cleats for the last time.
NAPLES Pastrami Dan’s reopens in Naples after SUV crash Pastrami Dan’s in Naples welcomed customers once again, with people waiting at the door.
FGCU Two FGCU softball players playing for those who impacted their lives Two FGCU softball players, Riley Oakes and Olivia Black, are playing for friends who impacted their lives in a major way.
Disney World. (Credit: CBS News) Think about a theme park. What do you see? What do you hear? Odds are, you’ll probably hear the roar of the roller-coasters zipping by or you may see the thousands of people that surround you as you walk to your next ride. To most, these sights and sounds would seem normal. We expect to hear loud noises and be stuck in crowds for most of the day and we think nothing of it. However, to some, this can be daunting and overwhelming, making for a less than perfect vacation. Disney Parks does whatever it can in order to accommodate those who live with disabilities. We’re sure many of you have seen the ride vehicles that are equipped for wheelchairs. Disney Parks offers another service for those with a disability that may not be visible — such as autism or another sensory disorder, for example. The Disability Access Service Card, or DAS, allows guests at Walt Disney World and Disneyland to visit an attraction and receive a return time based on the current wait time posted. You may be wondering, “Well, how is that different than a FastPass?” We’re going to tell you everything you need to know. The card isn’t new, but we thought we’d help spread the word for people who might benefit from this information. How do I get a DAS Card? Guests can visit the Guest Relations booth at any of the theme parks at Disneyland or Walt Disney World. Once there, ask a cast member, or CM, for assistance with a DAS Card. After completing the registration process, the CM will take a photo of the guest receiving the pass. The card will then be linked to his or her MagicBand for the remainder of the vacation. Where do I get my return time? At the Disneyland Resort in California, guests can go to Guest Relations kiosks located throughout the parks to receive a return time. At the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, guests can go to the front of the attraction in order to receive their return time. Who can get the return time? The DAS Cardholder does not need to be there to receive the return time. Instead another member of the party may obtain the return time from the CM. The Cardholder must be present, however, when the group boards the attraction. Who is eligible? The DAS Card is meant to accommodate those who aren’t able to wait in the queue environment due to a disability. This includes non-apparent disabilities, such as autism or other sensory disorders. If you are unsure if you will qualify, visit any Guest Relations booth at the entrance to each park to discuss your needs. How does it work? Guests with a DAS Card are able to obtain a return time based on the wait time for the attraction. While waiting, guests can enjoy the rest of the theme park and then return to the ride and proceed to the CM at the front of the ride. After completing the attraction, the guest is able to receive a return time for another ride. The DAS service can also be used in addition to Disney’s FastPass and FastPass+ services. How long are the passes good? DAS Cards are good for up to 60 days, based on ticket entitlement. Once the ticket has expired, it is no longer valid and you will need to go back to Guest Relations and re-register. Park hopping? Cards issued at Walt Disney World Resort are good at Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This is not the only service that Disney Parks offer. The Disney Parks Blog posted a statement saying: “Disney Parks offer a variety of services to guests with disabilities, such as Disney’s Handheld Device that offers assistive listening, captioning and audio description. Additionally, Disney Parks has developed a “Guide for Guests with Cognitive Disabilities.” This serves as a tool on how best to experience its theme parks and is expected to be available online by mid-October. Disney Parks will continue to provide excellent guest service and accessible experiences. Guests should visit Guest Relations at any park should they feel they need assistance due to a disability.” Disney Parks are committed to creating a magical vacation for everyone, and this is another step in creating a safe enjoyable environment for everyone. If you have any questions regarding the Disability Access Service Card you can contact Disney’s Disability Services by email or by calling 407-560-2547.