Gail Levy
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Fort Myers, FL, United States
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Did Red Tide contribute to two dead manatees washing ashore in Boca Grande?
The bodies of the gentle sea cows were found near Gulf Boulevard and Barbarossa Street. → Read More
Panhandle communities hit by Michael give hint to insurance timeline for Lee County
Lee County is the epicenter of Hurricane Ian insurance problems. No county has more. → Read More
TikTok viral video leads to business opportunity for boat navigation app
One man’s marine navigation app is riding a new wave of success. This all comes after his daughter posted a 12-second TikTok video of her father Jeff Foulk at a boat show in Chicago. No one was taking the time to look at his flyer in person, but online, those 12 seconds have been seen […] → Read More
Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center preparing for grand opening weekend
A place where people can come together to grow and serve their community is now open here in Southwest Florida. The Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center is getting prepared to open on Sunday. The building is a dream come true for many people in the Jewish community. It was conceived in 2016. Construction began in […] → Read More
New childhood obesity treatment guidelines include medication and surgery
A new treatment for childhood obesity is on the way. It’s the first new guidance in about 15 years. The American Academy of Pediatrics said the changes will include nutrition support and increased physical activity for children as young as two. For teens, this could also include medication and possibly even surgery. Childhood obesity is […] → Read More
TikTok goes viral calling for removal of Collier County school board member
Emails pouring into WINK News calling for Governor Ron DeSantis to remove a Collier County leader from office. Jerry Rutherford, a Collier County school board member, is getting a lot of heat for saying corporal punishment, like paddling, should come back. Laura Loray created a TikTok letting people know to reach out to WINK News, […] → Read More
Downtown Fort Myers post office to return in February
Homeless people are taking shelter outside a post office in downtown Fort Myers. The post office has been closed since Hurricane Ian brought a storm surge to the area. The USPS spokesperson said homeless people are allowed to gather there because it’s the holiday season and many people lost their homes during the hurricane. The […] → Read More
Iona residents frustrated with debris piles
Iona residents hope they can get back to normal. They are right around the corner from areas like Sanibel and Fort Myers Beach, which were devastated during Hurricane Ian. Iona didn’t have as much damage but they are still dealing with the aftermath of storm surge and debris. One man has minor damage but is […] → Read More
Caloosahatchee Bridge reopens after needing emergency repairs
There was a sigh relief for many drivers in Lee County when the Caloosahatchee Bridge reopened on Wednesday. → Read More
Changes to celebrating the holidays in Naples
Getting ready for the holidays despite Hurricane Ian’s damage, Naples is beginning to decorate for Christmas. The city plans to hold the usual festivities, including tree lighting, a Christmas walk, and a parade. One big thing many people look forward to is the fireworks show at the Naples Pier. But, this year, the council voted […] → Read More
Sanibel and Captiva islands continue recovering from Ian
Weeks after Hurricane Ian people are still in shock over the enormous damage on Sanibel and Captiva islands. Some of the most beloved, classic, and treasured spots like the lighthouse took the brunt of Ian’s force. Mark Delagado is one of the people that is lending a helping hand to the area and assisting in […] → Read More
Students reuniting with their friends in Lee County classrooms
Some students in Lee County were back in their classrooms on Monday after schools were closed for Hurricane Ian. Many of the schools were damaged or didn’t have power and water, and it wasn’t safe to be in the buildings. Students and parents at Trafalgar Elementary said they were thrilled to be able to go […] → Read More
Destruction in Tice after Hurricane Ian
Walls and floors ripped out, windows gone and water and mold damage. That is what is left of one Tice woman’s home following Hurricane Ian’s destruction. Yvona Dobson finished remodeling right before the powerful storm hit Southwest Florida. Dobson moved to the area a year ago after braving Chicago’s cold and escaping political turmoil in […] → Read More
Sisters in Siesta Key looking for temporary housing after Ian
Many have become displaced after the damage and toll Hurricane Ian took on the people of Southwest Florida. “It was a 10-foot wave that went through the park. I mean, 900 homes are gone,” Sandra Duke, from Siesta Bay said. Duke and her sister Cheryl Garniss lived in Siesta Bay by the Sanibel Causeway. “You […] → Read More
Collier County picking up the pieces after Ian
People in Collier County are working to clean up after Hurricane Ian brought strong winds and flooding to the area. While Collier County was not hit directly by the storm, people were still heavily impacted. Tim Wheeler rode out the storm in his North Naples home. He says the water was just two inches from […] → Read More
Babcock Ranch man accused of sex with minor was Iranian hostage, former Florida law enforcement officer
A former Army sergeant who was held hostage decades ago in Iran is now accused of sexual misconduct with minors. → Read More
Man dies in custody at Lee County Jail; LCSO and NAACP host press conference
On Sept. 8, Carl Harper died while behind bars in the Lee County Jail. Harper was arrested after his wife called 911 and said he was on drugs—molly, specifically—and he was found on his bed with a gun near him. Sheriff Marceno said at a press conference that Harper never resisted deputies when they arrested […] → Read More
Michelle Ashley found not guilty for involvement in Marine Corps veteran murder
Michelle Ashley has been found not guilty of being involved in the murder or a marine 25 years ago. The jury deliberated for close to two... → Read More
Charlie Crist selected Karla Hernandez-Mats as his partner
Charlie Crist selected Karla Hernandez-Mats as his partner to try and win governor of Florida. → Read More
Crist and DeSantis begin their campaigns with a war of words
It's off to the races for Charlie Crist and Governor Ron DeSantis, and both campaigns have come out swinging. → Read More