Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society concernsStudents benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
BIG CYPRESS PRESERVE What changes if Big Cypress National Preserve becomes a Wilderness Area? America’s first nationally designated preserve is in Southwest Florida’s backyard, and it is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
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.
NAPLES Memorial celebrates the life of John Passidomo Hundreds of friends and family gathered for a memorial at Baker Park in Naples.
‘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.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
BIG CYPRESS PRESERVE What changes if Big Cypress National Preserve becomes a Wilderness Area? America’s first nationally designated preserve is in Southwest Florida’s backyard, and it is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
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.
NAPLES Memorial celebrates the life of John Passidomo Hundreds of friends and family gathered for a memorial at Baker Park in Naples.
‘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.
Dr. Rossi: New vaccine, testing rules Some are supportive and others outraged as President Joe Biden announces new vaccine and testing mandates. Companies that don’t comply face a fine of up to $14,000 for each violation. Here to discuss the ramifications of the mandates is political psychologist Dr. Bart Rossi. Watch the full video above.
Dr. Bruno: COVID-19 questions Doctors are getting flooded with questions on who can and cannot get vaccinated, especially if they’ve already had COVID-19. Dr. Nicole Bruno from Island Coast Pediatrics is here to answer your questions. Watch the full video above.
Denny Grimes: Home sales slowing—trend or pause? The official August home sales report is a few days away, but early numbers already suggest the housing market in Southwest Florida is slowing. Is this a trend? A summer slump? Or is the market distracted because of Afghanistan, the delta variant and hurricanes? Here to answer those questions is WINK News’ real estate expert […]
Money Monday: How to properly gift to grandchildren From the moment your grandchildren are born through the thrill of watching them grow up, you want to do whatever you can to give them a head start in life, especially a financial head start. To give us advice on how to properly gift to our grandchildren is Stefan Contorno, senior vice president and partner […]
Dr. Rossi: Attack in Afghanistan ISIS-K is claiming responsibility for the attack in Afghanistan that killed at least 13 U.S. troops and dozens of Afghan civilians trying to flee the country. Joining us this morning to talk about what this means moving forward is political psychologist Dr. Bart Rossi. Watch full video above.
Money Monday: UBS investor survey With so much uncertainty—between COVID-19, fears of inflation and interest rates—investors are wondering what they should do with their finances. To provide us with the findings from the latest UBS investor survey is Stefan Contorno, senior vice president and partner of Touchstone Wealth Partners UBS – Bonita Springs. Watch full video above.
Dr. Rossi: Afghanistan withdrawal Thousands of Americans and Afghan special visa applicants are trying desperately to get out of Afghanistan. Meanwhile, President Biden met with his national security team Thursday to discuss the latest development as he also continues to defend his decision to withdraw. Political psychologist Dr. Bart Rossi breaks down the situation. Watch the full video above.
Dr. Rossi: News of the week roundup for Aug. 13, 2021 The week’s major news: The Taliban is closer to taking over Afghanistan, having taken over several cities as the U.S. continues to withdraw from the country; the bipartisan infrastructure bill passed in the Senate and could potentially send us money here for road and bridge repair, expanded broadband and other projects we need money for, […]
Denny Grimes: Lot sales booming Existing home sales may be cooling a bit, but sales of building lots in Southwest Florida are picking up steam. The good news for buyers is that there are thousands to choose from, and they range in price from $9,000 to over $18 million. What’s driving this market? Here to answer that question is WINK […]
Dr. Rossi: Masks and vaccines As we head in to the final weekend before children go back to school, there remains controversy over what will happen as far as COVID-19 precautions. Here to discuss the controversy is political psychologist Dr. Bart Rossi. Watch full video above.