FORT MYERS State working to improve response for those applying for unemployment So many people who worked at Bell Tower, and other stores, restaurants and businesses, are trying to file for unemployment benefits and can’t due to trouble with the phone line and website. We talked with one woman who offered a bit of hope, as long as you’re willing to get up at all hours of […]
WINK NEWS What to do if you need to call a repairman to your home during the pandemic Broken refrigerators, plumbing and electrical issues are all things that require immediate attention. So what do you do when you need workers to come to the house during the coronavirus pandemic when social distancing and safety are imperative? WATCH the video about for the full story by WINK News Reporter Dannielle Garcia, who finds out […]
FORT MYERS Unemployment on the rise in Florida due to COVID-19 More than 130,000 Floridians filed for unemployment assistance this week. That’s up from just 6,400 two weeks ago. Many of you have been writing in frustrated and afraid because the website and phone lines keep crashing. For Susan Ronowski in Fort Myers, she claims she’s called more than 200 times in the last two days […]
(CBS News) Stimulus checks: How much money will you get, and when? The $2 trillion stimulus bill passed in the Senate includes help for American families who are hurting financially due to the economic impact of the coronavirus. Most adults will receive $1,200 checks, plus $500 for each of their children. The massive relief package will funnel $290 billion in direct payments to individuals and families. The measure isn’t over the line […]
Local companies hiring as thousands look for work A record number of Americans are finding themselves without a job. Last week alone, more than 3.3 million people applied for unemployment benefits. In Florida, that number stands at 70,000 – but there is some good news. Reporter Dannielle Garcia discovered dozens of companies in Southwest Florida are looking to hire right away. WATCH her […]
CAPE CORAL Coronavirus leads to change in how police do their jobs They serve and protect, but police officers are changing the way they do their jobs because of the coronavirus. The biggest change: less face-to-face contact. Cape Coral Master Cpl. Andrew Satterlee is one of those taking extra precautions, especially during traffic stops. “Be more cognizant of what they’re handing you, so for example, in this […]
FORT MYERS Sudden influx of people looking for work overwhelming unemployment system Right now, many businesses are closing or reducing their hours, which means many Americans are losing their jobs and worrying about making ends meet. People are being told to call or apply online, but neither are good options at the moment. With the sudden influx of people looking for work, that’s put a lot of […]
Naples business sews homemade masks for health care workers There’s a huge demand for masks to protect people from the coronavirus, especially in hospitals where doctors, nurses and staff are on the frontlines to help people who are sick. Now, people are stepping up to sew masks and help stop the spread. Lauren Johnston of Sew Easy has gone from teaching people how to […]
FORT MYERS Fort Myers doctor opens mobile clinic to help those who can’t afford checkups Using her dream to help others. The Fort Myers doctor who opened up Premier Mobile Health Services says she wants to help those who cannot afford simple checkups. Patients told WINK News’ Dannielle Garcia during uncertain times like this, her service is important. You can watch the full story in the video player above. The […]
NEW YORK Woman claims boyfriend told to quarantine but doctor would not order a COVID-19 test The coronavirus is testing so many people in so many different ways. A lot of you are stressed out, feeling a lot of anxiety. We see your emails and Facebook post and take your calls about where it is safe to travel, if any cities in the U.S. are off-limits and who can and who […]