Amanda Porter
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Cape Coral wants to annex 12 parts of Lee County
Cape Coral wants to swallow up 12 parts of Lee County and make them part of the city. But with new land comes a new set of rules and more bills to pay. So, how do those that live in these 12 parts of Lee County feel about this? Some property owners see the advantages […] → Read More
Moving company damages plexiglass at Naples Museum of Military History
Storage units at a Southwest Florida Military Museum were damaged while moving. It happened at the Naples Museum of Military History, which prides itself on offering compelling stories through artifacts dating back to the Revolutionary War. The weapons, uniforms, medals and ribbons are all donated by veterans and their families. During a recent move, a […] → Read More
Pizza restaurant fills need and tummies in Dunbar
A new restaurant is bringing food and new opportunities to Fort Myers. A new pizza restaurant is opening in Dunbar, where there aren’t many options. The restaurant is already doing more than just feeding families. From dough to fresh New Yok-style pizza, a new restaurant is serving up something much needed in the Dunbar neighborhood. […] → Read More
MLB cancels opening day as Players Association rejects 'best and final offer'
Days and days of negotiations, and Major League Baseball handing players its “best and final offer,” we don’t have a deal. Now, some regular season games are on the chopping block. Each baseball club won’t play its first two regular season series. So schedules are being updated to reflect the changes. This comes after a […] → Read More
Charlotte County Fire and EMS Lieutenant demoted for waiting to help someone
A lieutenant has been demoted for waiting more than three minutes to answer a cry for help. An internal investigation done by Charlotte County Fire and EMS revealed that the first responder waited at the scene for rescue to get there before assisting someone who was hurt. This happened at Cheney Brother, INC., just off […] → Read More
"Remembering Our Past" Planning For Our Future aims to celebrate Black history differently
This weekend, an event will be held that aims to change how we envision and celebrate Black History. “Remembering Our Past” Panning For Our Future is set for Sunday, and it is focused on cultivating the inner self to help manage and overcome the challenges of life. They are working to build self-esteem, confidence, and […] → Read More
Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade back on after cancelation last year
This year, the Edison Festival of Light is back after being on hiatus due to COVID-19. And, this year, the Grand Parade is the highlight. A Fort Myers family favorite is back now. The Edison Festival of Light was gone in 2021 due to the pandemic. Ted Fitzgeorge is a board member of the Edison […] → Read More
Shooting in a Harlem Heights apartment complex
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed a shooting at an apartment complex in Harlem Heights. This happened in the 1000 block of Clear Lake Loop at Lago Del Sol apartments, just off of Gladiolus Drive. Shots were fired, and deputies say one person was injured during this shooting. Now that the crime scene tape […] → Read More
Lee sheriff announces arrest of a deputy after plan to plant drugs, frame person
Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno held a news conference Friday to announce a major criminal investigation involving one of their deputies. Sheriff Marceno said Deputy Niko Irizarry has been arrested for felony official misconduct. In January, the sheriff’s office received information stating that one of Irizarry’s arrests wasn’t lawful. They received a complaint, and internal […] → Read More
Lee County Virtual School's principal arrested, facing felony eavesdropping charge
The Lee County Virtual School Principal Albert Shilling faces charges for illegally recording a meeting. It is an unusual case of consent because Florida Statute 934.03 talks specifically about the interception and disclosure of wire, oral or electronic communications prohibited. “Florida is a two-party consent state,” said FGCU Professor Dr. David Thomas. Lee County Sheriff’s […] → Read More
Cape Coral police find about 20 dogs living in inhumane conditions
On Friday, Lee County Domestic Animal services seized about 20 dogs living in inhumane and squalid conditions. Officers say the dogs were covered in their own feces. On Friday, more than a dozen dogs were taken from a home along SW 12th Lane. Now, the woman who lives there is speaking with WINK News. One […] → Read More
ArtFest takes over downtown Fort Myers
ArtFest is taking over downtown Fort Myers this weekend. And while night one wrapped up on Friday, there’s plenty more ahead. On Saturday at 10 a.m., the festivities will start once again. Dozens of art vendors will return to ArtFest throughout the weekend and this event welcomes people of all ages. ArtFest features art in […] → Read More
Cape Coral house fire started in garage
The Cape Coral Fire Department responded to a house fire just after 6 p.m. This was in the 200 block of N El Dorado Boulevard. Fire crews told WINK News that the fully involved fire started in the garage and quickly spread to the attic. The house fire has since been extinguished. Four people were […] → Read More
Dunbar pharmacist wants to bring Black health and wellness to the forefront
One doctor says it’s her goal to uplift her community and her neighbors’ health all at the same time. A Dunbar Pharmacist is more than ready to help her community. Dr. Shedreka McIntosh is on a mission. “Our whole mission is to be accessible here to the people of this community. Because before we existed, […] → Read More
Naples man receives double-lung transplant after contracting COVID
A Naples man had to get a double-lung transplant after he contracted COVID-19. But he tells WINK News it was really music that helped him get his life back after the surgery. To breathe in and even to sing to a miracle for David Wilkinson of Naples. “I realized that it’s a semi sneaky way […] → Read More
High school student, musician to play at Carnegie Hall
A Southwest Florida high school student and musician is headed to a massive stage. Next week, Dunbar High School student Aiden Persaud is set to perform at Carnegie Hall. The beautiful music you hear took time to learn and perfect. “My name is Aiden Persaud, I’m playing the violin, and this is the third movement […] → Read More
US puts thousands of troops on alert to deploy if needed by NATO
The Pentagon has put about 8,500 troops on high alert as tensions rise with Russia as it builds its presence at the Ukrainian border. Those troops could be deployed as part of NATO’s Response Force. The U.S. is also watching Russian President Vladimir Putin quite closely. “We respect the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine, […] → Read More
Leaders consider repainting parking garage in downtown Fort Myers
If you’ve been to downtown Fort Myers, you’ve likely seen the bright pink parking garage. But now, city leaders are considering repainting it. Many visitors are, even those who frequent downtown, say they aren’t bothered by the bright colors. In fact, people say it reminds them of Florida and, it helps them, and their guests […] → Read More
Tracking the path of the EF2 tornado in Iona
Swirling clouds can only mean one thing. That’s what some people saw when they woke up on Sunday morning in Iona. You can hear in videos the shock in everyone’s voice. “That’s a real tornado right there.” The Weather Authority has learned that the tornado that caused so much damage started over the water. “That’s […] → Read More
A family saw a tornado as they drove on Alligator Alley in Collier County
A family headed to a baseball game was shocked to see a tornado cross I-75 in Collier County. According to them, the dark clouds on Sunday looked different from the usual in the distance. “It was crazy. Because on the left side, you can see like these dark clouds.” The family that was headed to […] → Read More