Woman sees potentially suspicious charge on her account after parking at Fort Myers BeachNorth Fort Myers DL balancing spring practice and shot put regionals
FORT MYERS BEACH Woman sees potentially suspicious charge on her account after parking at Fort Myers Beach Jennifer parked in the parking lot across from Lynn Hall Memorial Park, paid with a QR code and went to visit friends for lunch.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers DL balancing spring practice and shot put regionals North Fort Myers defensive lineman James Johnson is balancing spring football practice and going for a regional title in the shot put.
Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guests On Wednesday, high-ranking veterans of the navy seals and other special operations conducted six different training scenarios.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Non-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers Having a loved one in law enforcement means there is always a fear that they may not come home.
CAPE CORAL People fighting to lower the cost of playing pickleball in Cape Coral The price of playing on these courts is putting people in a pickle. The Lake Kennedy Racquet Center has yet to open, but there are a lot of concerns.
Southwest Florida Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024.
San Carlos Park Man at center of WINK News investigation now charged with drugging, molesting child After a years long WINK investigation, Dwayne Staron was arrested and convicted of grand theft. Now he and his wife, Theresa Staron, are both behind bars.
FORT MYERS Police: Man caught at Clemente Park with AR pistol, ski mask and black latex gloves A 19-year-old man has been arrested after officers found an AR pistol, all-black clothing, a ski mask and black latex gloves in his backpack.
PUNTA GORDA FHP investigating hit-and-run with injuries after crash at mm 170 on I-75 Authorities are investigating a hit-and-run crash with injuries on Interstate 75 southbound at mile marker 170 in Punta Gorda.
ALVA Department of Health warns of blue-green algae in Alva canal If you live on Sebastian Court along the canal in Alva, the Florida Department of Health in Lee County wants you to remain cautious. A blue-green algae bloom has been spotted there.
SAN CARLOS PARK Couple accused of drugging and molesting girl make court appearance A San Carlos Park couple accused of drugging and molesting a girl while covering it up for two years appeared in court.
FORT MYERS Lee County Schools receives over $2M in Juul settlement The Lee County School District has received over $2 million in a settlement with Juul, and now, it’s putting that money to use.
JERUSALEM (AP) Israel says it reopened a key Gaza crossing after a rocket attack but the UN says no aid has entered The Israeli military said Wednesday that it has reopened its Kerem Shalom crossing into Gaza after days of closure, but the U.N. said no humanitarian aid has yet entered and there is no one to receive it on the Palestinian side after workers fled during Israel’s military incursion in the area.
ATLANTA (AP) Georgia appeals court agrees to review ruling allowing Fani Willis to stay on Trump election case A Georgia appeals court on Wednesday agreed to review a lower court ruling allowing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to continue to prosecute the election interference case she brought against former President Donald Trump.
WASHINGTON (AP) Police clear pro-Palestinian protest camp and arrest 33 at DC campus as mayor’s hearing is canceled Police cleared a pro-Palestinian tent encampment at George Washington University early Wednesday and arrested demonstrators.
FORT MYERS BEACH Woman sees potentially suspicious charge on her account after parking at Fort Myers Beach Jennifer parked in the parking lot across from Lynn Hall Memorial Park, paid with a QR code and went to visit friends for lunch.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers DL balancing spring practice and shot put regionals North Fort Myers defensive lineman James Johnson is balancing spring football practice and going for a regional title in the shot put.
Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guests On Wednesday, high-ranking veterans of the navy seals and other special operations conducted six different training scenarios.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Non-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers Having a loved one in law enforcement means there is always a fear that they may not come home.
CAPE CORAL People fighting to lower the cost of playing pickleball in Cape Coral The price of playing on these courts is putting people in a pickle. The Lake Kennedy Racquet Center has yet to open, but there are a lot of concerns.
Southwest Florida Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024.
San Carlos Park Man at center of WINK News investigation now charged with drugging, molesting child After a years long WINK investigation, Dwayne Staron was arrested and convicted of grand theft. Now he and his wife, Theresa Staron, are both behind bars.
FORT MYERS Police: Man caught at Clemente Park with AR pistol, ski mask and black latex gloves A 19-year-old man has been arrested after officers found an AR pistol, all-black clothing, a ski mask and black latex gloves in his backpack.
PUNTA GORDA FHP investigating hit-and-run with injuries after crash at mm 170 on I-75 Authorities are investigating a hit-and-run crash with injuries on Interstate 75 southbound at mile marker 170 in Punta Gorda.
ALVA Department of Health warns of blue-green algae in Alva canal If you live on Sebastian Court along the canal in Alva, the Florida Department of Health in Lee County wants you to remain cautious. A blue-green algae bloom has been spotted there.
SAN CARLOS PARK Couple accused of drugging and molesting girl make court appearance A San Carlos Park couple accused of drugging and molesting a girl while covering it up for two years appeared in court.
FORT MYERS Lee County Schools receives over $2M in Juul settlement The Lee County School District has received over $2 million in a settlement with Juul, and now, it’s putting that money to use.
JERUSALEM (AP) Israel says it reopened a key Gaza crossing after a rocket attack but the UN says no aid has entered The Israeli military said Wednesday that it has reopened its Kerem Shalom crossing into Gaza after days of closure, but the U.N. said no humanitarian aid has yet entered and there is no one to receive it on the Palestinian side after workers fled during Israel’s military incursion in the area.
ATLANTA (AP) Georgia appeals court agrees to review ruling allowing Fani Willis to stay on Trump election case A Georgia appeals court on Wednesday agreed to review a lower court ruling allowing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to continue to prosecute the election interference case she brought against former President Donald Trump.
WASHINGTON (AP) Police clear pro-Palestinian protest camp and arrest 33 at DC campus as mayor’s hearing is canceled Police cleared a pro-Palestinian tent encampment at George Washington University early Wednesday and arrested demonstrators.
With Hurricane Dorian seemingly passing us by, maybe you’re thinking you over did it with emergency supplies. As soon as Dorian threatened Southwest Florida store shelves emptied out, and some people may have bought more than they needed. “I was very stressed out seeing that everyone was rushing around, making me feel like, ‘do I need to spend more than I need right now, I need to buy a ton of water or gas?'” Naples mom Charity Vollmar said. She says she bought one case of water and didn’t fill up her gas tank, considering she didn’t plan to evacuate. If you’re wondering what to do with your extras, Vollmar has some ideas. Want your money back? You can try to make returns, but you might want to consider what happens to it. We called some of the biggest stores in our area and found out a lot of them will take your returns. Some stores might inspect items and restock them. But most stores put them right in the garbage. So Vollmar’s advice to everyone who went overboard: donate. “If you have more than you need then definitely donate it because if you’re going to return it, they can’t use it,” Vollmar said. “It’s wasteful. So they should donate to those who need it. Bahamas would definitely need it right now. Our local shelters even need it.” Mary Wozniak from the Harry Chapin Food Bank says it’s a huge help. “We’re so lucky that we didn’t get hit directly, but we are welcoming any leftover hurricane supplies that people have stockpiled,” Wozniak said. She asks that you bring only non-perishable, unopened food items. And if you can’t return it or donate it, you might want to keep it. After all, hurricane season isn’t over yet. RETURN POLICIES Home Depot In an email, a Home Depot representative said: “Our return policy is the same for hurricane-related items as it is for other purchases. Unused items may be returned with a receipt within 30 days.” WALMART From the website: “90 days for return if the item is non-perishable. Perishable items cannot be returned by mail or to a Walmart store. Non-perishable items are returnable. Whether they put it back on the shelves or throw it away varies by store. Contact customer care.” WINK News called Walmart customer service and they said it varies by store whether items are put back on shelves or thrown away. TARGET From the website: “Most unopened items sold by Target in new condition and returned within 90 days will receive a refund or exchange. Some items sold by Target have a modified return policy noted on the receipt, packing slip, Target policy board (refund exceptions), Target.com or in the item department. Items that are opened or damaged or do not have a receipt may be denied a refund or exchange.” WINK News called a local Target store and they said customers can return any food item, but perishable items are thrown away and non-perishables go to a “donate pile.” Food items are not put back on shelves. PUBLIX From the website: “The philosophy of pleasing our customers was established from the beginning by our founder, George W. Jenkins. The purpose of our guarantee remains to satisfy the customer: “We will never knowingly disappoint you. If for any reason your purchase does not give you complete satisfaction, the full purchase price will be cheerfully refunded immediately upon request.” In an email, a Publix representative said: “Hurricane season is still active through November. In the spirit of remaining prepared, it’s always a good idea to have a supply of shelf-stable items on-hand. However, if a customer chooses to return perishable items they’ve purchased, a refund would be issued, but we must discard the items because we cannot ensure that that the cold-chain has been maintained. We cannot risk potential time and temperature abuse.” WINK News called Publix customer service and they said all returns are the discretion of the store manager. Items can be returned back to shelves if they are non-perishable, uncompromised, and inspected beforehand. Perishable products are thrown out. ALDI From the website: “At ALDI, we’re so confident in our ALDI-exclusive food items that we’ve backed them with our unbeatable Twice as Nice Guarantee. Learn more here. For items not covered by the Twice as Nice Guarantee (non-food ALDI Find items, alcohol*, national brands or non-quality related issues), a replacement or refund** will be offered. In addition, some of our ALDI-exclusive brands and national brand offerings are covered by a manufacturers’ limited warranty. Please consult the instruction manual or warranty card that came with the product to determine how to make a warranty claim.” COSTCO From the website: “With few exceptions, Costco has a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Simply bring the product to any Costco warehouse and our Member Services Team will be happy to assist you. It helps if you have the receipt or original product packaging, but it may not be necessary to process your return. “Please keep in mind that, in order to continue delivering the low prices you expect from Costco, some items do need to be returned within 90 days. View Costco’s Return Policy.” WHERE TO DONATE Harry Chapin Food Bank Fort Myers Distribution Center 3760 Fowler St. Fort Myers, 33901 Collier County Center 3940 Prospect Ave. #101 Naples, 34104 Phone: (239)334-7007 Hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. HCFB asks that you bring only non-perishable, unopened food items. For more information visit: harrychapinfoodbank.org