Method to treat IBD being used for other health issuesNTSB report reveals new details in helicopter crash after Hurricane Ian
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.
League Club of Naples awards record $683K in grants to Collier, Lee nonprofits At a mid-April breakfast event, the 35 area nonprofit agencies—chosen from a record number of applicants—were awarded grants from the women’s volunteer organization in areas ranging from arts education, to fighting hunger and homelessness, to providing bikes and wheelchairs to children in need
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.
League Club of Naples awards record $683K in grants to Collier, Lee nonprofits At a mid-April breakfast event, the 35 area nonprofit agencies—chosen from a record number of applicants—were awarded grants from the women’s volunteer organization in areas ranging from arts education, to fighting hunger and homelessness, to providing bikes and wheelchairs to children in need
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Large invasive lizard running rampant in Charlotte County Right now, we have a huge invasive lizard problem. South American Tegus are running rampant in Charlotte County. Wildlife officials caught 60 in a three-mile stretch! Our area is in such a high alert, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission held a press conference. Biologists come out every day to check on a trap, […]
ESTERO Environmental impact of the new toll road measure Gov. Ron DeSantis has made it clear that our state’s environment is a priority for him. But after passing a toll road bill last week, critics said it would hurt the environment. The new toll road will make it easier and faster to get to the center of the state. The question is, at what […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County commissioner weighs in on U.S. immigration policy We now know border patrol will send hundreds of migrants to our state. The president is pushing to increase border security and remold the American immigration system. “We are proposing an immigration plan that puts the jobs, wages and safety of American workers first,” President Donald Trump said. “Our plan includes a sweeping modernization of […]
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda City Council plans to keep noise ordinance the same How loud is too loud? Some want to fight what they perceive as excessively loud sounds while others said they do not mind. WINK News Reporter Erika Jackson heard the discussion at the Punta Gorda City Council meeting Wednesday.
FORT MYERS Birth father of missing Port Charlotte 15-year-old arrested in Louisiana Deputies are still searching for a teenager with autism in what began as a runaway juvenile case. Officers believe she is with a biological parent, who no longer has custody of her. Charlotte County Sheriff’s office is searching for 15-year-old Sage Cambron, who has autism and lives with a foster parent in Port Charlotte. According […]
PORT CHARLOTTE Three siblings with special needs face $165K reverse mortgage bill Pay up or move out. It is a harsh reality for three special needs adults as they still come to grips with the death of their mother. The amount that is owed is $165,000. While they struggle with what is next, the siblings know they have each other. Karryn Dixon’s Port Charlotte home holds a special […]
SOLANA Charlotte County homeless shelter not up to code, needs funding Inspectors have been at a homeless shelter in Charlotte County six times since 2012. It continues to be in code violation with the county. And its president says it does not have the funds it needs to get it back into shape. On Thursday, Charlotte County Code Compliance found several violations on the property of […]
PORT CHARLOTTE Park undergoing renovations pays tribute to veterans, first responders An old park in Charlotte County is getting a new look and a new name to honor our area’s heroes. Formerly known as Sunrise Park, it is now named after a local marine, William R. Gaines Jr., killed in the line of duty. The park will pay tribute to veterans and first responders. Navy veteran […]
LEMON BAY Different type of blue-green algae reeks along Lemon Bay shore Disgusting brown gunk lining the shore at a popular spot in Charlotte County as it is driving people away from the water. State environmental officials tested the weird goop over the weekend. You can smell it before you see it. Kim Preedom caught wind of rotten-like stench, stretching several miles along the Lemon Bay shore. […]
PORT CHARLOTTE 41 kids taken to hospital as a precaution after acid spill at Port Charlotte Adventist School A hydrochloric acid spill at the Port Charlotte Adventist School caused a HAZMAT response Wednesday afternoon. Charlotte County Fire and EMS said there were no injuries, but all 41 kids were transported to either Fawcett Memorial Hospital or Bayfront Hospital to be checked out as a precaution. Bevin Gallo with Bayfront confirmed, of the 21 […]