Genesis of Naples breaking ground on new car dealershipEmails show beginnings, contradictions of South Seas resort amendment
Genesis of Naples breaking ground on new car dealership A genesis—or new beginning—is under way for Genesis of Naples. The local franchise plans to break ground this summer on a new and expanded luxury auto dealership in North Naples.
Emails show beginnings, contradictions of South Seas resort amendment South Seas resort ownership group’s engineer proposed a land-use amendment for Lee County’s government at least six months before the first public discussions and at least seven weeks before the county’s official timeline began, emails between the resort’s representatives and county show.
CAPE CORAL 13-year-old arrested for allegedly getting involved in hit-and-run with stolen car, fleeing from Cape Coral police A teen was arrested on multiple charges after allegedly getting involved in a hit-and-run with a stolen car and then fleeing from police.
NORTH FORT MYERS Caloosahatchee River Bridge to close overnight for construction The Caloosahatchee River Bridge from First Street to North Key Drive in North Fort Myers will close so crews can perform bridge work.
CAPE CORAL Accused Cape Coral double murderer, Wade Wilson, will be in court to try to get death penalty off the table Wade Wilson, the man who allegedly murdered two women, will be in court to try to persuade the court to get the death penalty off the table.
Jupiter DeSantis announces funding for developmentally disabled individuals Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on education for children with developmental disabilities at the Els Center of Excellence in Jupiter.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Bradenton man arrested after allegedly masturbating inside Charlotte County Walmart A man from Bradenton has been arrested after he was allegedly masturbating inside a Walmart in Charlotte County.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres work trailer explosion injures 1 The Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District responded to a work trailer explosion that injured one person.
CBS News Trump and DeSantis, once GOP rivals, meet in South Florida to talk about 2024 election Florida Governor Ron DeSantis met privately with former President Donald Trump for several hours on Sunday morning to talk, in part, about fundraising ahead of the 2024 general election, several sources familiar with the meeting tell CBS News.
WINK NEWS Florida Prepaid open enrollment deadline approaches All parents fear the expense of college for their children; however, the state offers a great option in the Florida Prepaid Plan.
The Weather Authority Few showers Monday afternoon in SWFL The Weather Authority is tracking a few rain showers on Monday afternoon into the early evening.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead, 1 arrested after North Fort Myers shooting The Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested one person following an evening shooting that killed a man in North Fort Myers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest The Bishop of the Diocese of Venice is speaking out after Charlotte County Reverend Leo Riley was arrested on five counts of sexual battery stemming from his past work as a priest in Iowa.
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
Genesis of Naples breaking ground on new car dealership A genesis—or new beginning—is under way for Genesis of Naples. The local franchise plans to break ground this summer on a new and expanded luxury auto dealership in North Naples.
Emails show beginnings, contradictions of South Seas resort amendment South Seas resort ownership group’s engineer proposed a land-use amendment for Lee County’s government at least six months before the first public discussions and at least seven weeks before the county’s official timeline began, emails between the resort’s representatives and county show.
CAPE CORAL 13-year-old arrested for allegedly getting involved in hit-and-run with stolen car, fleeing from Cape Coral police A teen was arrested on multiple charges after allegedly getting involved in a hit-and-run with a stolen car and then fleeing from police.
NORTH FORT MYERS Caloosahatchee River Bridge to close overnight for construction The Caloosahatchee River Bridge from First Street to North Key Drive in North Fort Myers will close so crews can perform bridge work.
CAPE CORAL Accused Cape Coral double murderer, Wade Wilson, will be in court to try to get death penalty off the table Wade Wilson, the man who allegedly murdered two women, will be in court to try to persuade the court to get the death penalty off the table.
Jupiter DeSantis announces funding for developmentally disabled individuals Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on education for children with developmental disabilities at the Els Center of Excellence in Jupiter.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Bradenton man arrested after allegedly masturbating inside Charlotte County Walmart A man from Bradenton has been arrested after he was allegedly masturbating inside a Walmart in Charlotte County.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres work trailer explosion injures 1 The Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District responded to a work trailer explosion that injured one person.
CBS News Trump and DeSantis, once GOP rivals, meet in South Florida to talk about 2024 election Florida Governor Ron DeSantis met privately with former President Donald Trump for several hours on Sunday morning to talk, in part, about fundraising ahead of the 2024 general election, several sources familiar with the meeting tell CBS News.
WINK NEWS Florida Prepaid open enrollment deadline approaches All parents fear the expense of college for their children; however, the state offers a great option in the Florida Prepaid Plan.
The Weather Authority Few showers Monday afternoon in SWFL The Weather Authority is tracking a few rain showers on Monday afternoon into the early evening.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead, 1 arrested after North Fort Myers shooting The Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested one person following an evening shooting that killed a man in North Fort Myers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest The Bishop of the Diocese of Venice is speaking out after Charlotte County Reverend Leo Riley was arrested on five counts of sexual battery stemming from his past work as a priest in Iowa.
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
As the coronavirus has severely impacted the economy, many Southwest Floridians have lost jobs. But, there are also companies that are hiring. Below is a list of company-submitted job openings. This list is provided as a free service to Southwest Floridians in need of employment that have been impacted by the pandemic. WINK News does not endorse any employer and you are encouraged to research any employer before accepting an offer. If your company is hiring, let us know! Email us at submissions@winknews.com. COMPANIES HIRING IN SWFL 7-Eleven 84 Lumber – window warehouse worker, window puller, door manufacturer Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery – medical assistants, front desk staff Air Pros USA – HVAC techs and installers Aldi Aloia Roland Attorneys at Law – legal assistant, attorneys, staff Alorica Amazon AMS Roofing & Exterior Home Remodeling – roofers, aluminum and siding installers City of Arcadia – Email llowe@arcadia-fl.gov or call 863-494-4114. Arthrex Assisting Hands AutoWorks USA – email autoworksusa@comcast.net Avalon Engineering – professional civil engineer with a P.E. Avow Hospice in Naples Axis Satellite and Home Theater Bailey’s General Store on Sanibel and Captiva – hiring several positions BJ’s Boys & Girls Club of Collier County Brett Air Conditioning Brightway Insurance Brookdale Senior Living Burnt Store Marina Country Club – semi-private golf course and restaurant Callaghan Tire – full-time work available – 2230 Alicia St., Fort Myers; service manager Enrique Olivares, 239-834-7402 or ftmyersservice@callaghantire.com Cambridge Security Services – security officers Cantina Laredo – all positions Capital Pawn Child’s Path in Naples – toddler and preschool teachers – email resume to Jodi Garrett, center director, at jodig@childspath.org Circle K City of Sanibel – apply online or contact Crystal Mansell crystal.mansell@mysanibel.com. Comcast Comfort Keepers of Southwest Florida Costco Covanta Lee Inc. CRH/Preferred Materials, Inc. CRT Services Culver’s CVS Pharmacy Cypress Cove at HealthPark Florida and Cypress At Home David Miller Plumbing is hiring experienced plumbers. Interested applicants can call 239-543-9539 or send resumes to info@davidmillerplumbing.com. Dealer’s Greatest Assets, Inc. – CSRs/call center agents DeRomo’s Gourmet Market & Restaurant in Bonita Springs – multiple positions Doctor’s Choice Home Care in Fort Myers and Naples, email recruiters@doctorschoicefl.com Dollar General Domino’s Pizza EHC Inc. Construction Eulen at RSW – operations, wheelchair agents and aircraft cabin cleaners Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida Firestone Complete Auto Care Florida Pool Services Fort Myers Mighty Mussels – cooks and cashiers for ’21 season Fresh Market GameTime GardenVision – merchandisers at various SWFL locations Gillis Construction – currently hiring for general construction labor and skilled tradesman in general construction. Additionally piecework roofers are desired. Inquiries can be sent to GillisConstructionJobs@hotmail.com Goodwill Green Clean Guidewell/Florida Blue Gulf Coast Village in Cape Coral Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties ReStores Hole Montes HOME2 Suites Naples – part-time housekeepers Home Instead Senior Care HomeWell Care Services of Gateway/Fort Myers – caregivers Honc Industries – Diversified Construction Services HOTWORX (coming soon to Fort Myers) – training sales associates, membership sales. Email resume to manager.fl0062@hotworx.net. Hulett Environmental Services Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Janney—The Naples Complex – full-time registered private client associate Jet’s Pizza Jimmy John’s Kentucky Fried Chicken Lakehouse Kitchen & Bar at Babcock Ranch LaMorada Naples – Kitchen staff, servers, bartenders LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort Little Caesar’s Pizza LongHorn Steakhouse Loveboat Homemade Ice Cream LW Marketing LYNX Services Contact Center Marco Island Water Sports and Naples Beach Water Sports – parasail captains, banana boat captains, water sports attendants & tour guides, parasail crew and beach equipment rental attendants – email Brandon Bahr at brandon@marcoislandwatersports.com. ManorCare of Lely Palms Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls Massey Services, Inc. McKenney Home Care – Naples Murphy’s USA My Shower Door Northwestern Mutual – experienced advisors and career changers to help expansion plans in Fort Myers and Naples. Email Chad Luttrell at chad.luttrell@nm.com. Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida Palm Island Resort in Placida Perez Health Care Group: Lehigh/Cape Coral/Naples/Fort Myers Performance Driven Workforce – part-time test car drivers in Fort Myers Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida Pine Island Family Hair Salon – manicurist, stylists. Call 239-283-7000. Pizza Hut The Preserve in Fort Myers Publix RCMA (child care and early education) Red Coconut RV Park Rib City – positions open at all Lee County locations Rick Roberts Creative Landscaping & Designs – experienced full-time landscaper, Class A CDL required. Email Tony@rrcld.com. SalusCare The Salvation Army Sam’s Club The Sandbar in Sanibel – servers, hosts and cooks. Sanibel Fish House – servers, bartenders, hostess, bussers, food runners, prep, cooks, dish washers and an assistant manager. Calls can be made to the manager at 239-472-7770. Scotlynn USA Division, Inc. Securitas – security guards; requires Security D License Seminole Casino Hotel Seniors Helping Seniors Shalimare – group home aide/behavior assistant – email recruiter@shalimare.org St. Matthew’s House – multiple positions around SWFL Storm Protection – multiple positions Sunpro Solar – solar sales specialist and lead setter Sun Sports Cycle & Watercraft Sunshine Ace Hardware Superb Mechanical Services – Service technicians and install helpers. To apply call 239-643-5111. Supercuts Lee County Superior Coach Detailing – full-time detailer – email superiorcoachdetailing2@gmail.com or call 407-516-8088 Target Total Wine Town of Fort Myers Beach Tractor Supply TRANZACT Triton Staffing South – customer service, light industrial, manufacturing positions – call 239-931-6255 or in-person interviews available between 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. at 11220 Metro Parkway Unit #26, Fort Myers Tropical Smoothie Cafe Truly Nolen of America Uber United Mechanical, LLC Uxari – call 877-877-9788 Vi at Bentley Village VIP America – caregivers Vitamin Shoppe Walgreen’s Walmart Wawa Wellpath in Arcadia – several positions from entry-level to therapist. WINK News – Various positions in News, Digital, Radio, Sales, and Publications. Winn-Dixie Yesukan Adult Christian Learning Center – p/t ESL adult education instructor. Email yesukan_aclc@yahoo.com. YMCA of South Collier/Marco YMCA If your company is hiring, let us know! Email us at submissions@winknews.com. This list will be updated as we learn of others who are hiring.