Fertilizer restrictions are in effect for Lee County residentsHere’s the rundown of traffic following the Caloosahatchee Bridge closure
LEE COUNTY Fertilizer restrictions are in effect for Lee County residents The Lee County government is reminding homeowners and professional landscapers to stop fertilizing for the month of June.
WINK NEWS Here’s the rundown of traffic following the Caloosahatchee Bridge closure Traffic was lighter than expected as motorists rearranged their normal commutes following the Caloosahatchee Bridge closure.
CAPE CORAL Death Investigation at Cape Coral home The Cape Coral Police Department is conducting a death investigation after discovering one dead person and another injured.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Scattered rain and storms for your Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a slightly cooler Monday, with scattered rain expected to develop throughout the afternoon and evening.
NORTH FORT MYERS LeeTran closes several bus stops near Caloosahatchee Bridge LeeTran has temporarily closed several bus stops due to the Caloosahatchee Bridge pedestrian walkway project.
CAPE CORAL Trial set to begin for man accused of killing 2 Cape Coral women A man accused of killing two Cape Coral women in 2019 is set to appear in court for trial.
FORT MYERS Navigating your way around the Caloosahatchee Bridge closure this workweek WINK News helps you navigate your way around the Caloosahatchee Bridge closure. It will remain closed through August 11.
Lee County Man accused of pointing a gun toward a juvenile faces several charges Lee County Deputies released new details about Canuto Alvarado’s arrest. He’s accused of pointing a gun at a child.
NAPLES Pursuit ends with man jumping into retention pond; suspect arrested A hot chase with law enforcement ended with a man jumping into a retention pond near the Naples Airport.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA A purrfect companion; June is shelter cat adoption month Cuddle up with the purr-fect companion this summer! June is National Adopt-a-cat Month.
Preparing for hurricane season with Florida sales tax holiday It’s time to shop until you drop, but it’s not your everyday kind of shopping. With the start of the 2024 hurricane season, it’s time to prepare for any upcoming storms.
LEHIGH ACRES Authorities respond to vehicle fire in Lehigh Acres Authorities in Lehigh Acres responded to a vehicle fire Saturday afternoon.
GOLDEN GATE CCSO investigates stabbing in Golden Gate The Collier County Sheriff’s office is investigating a stabbing in Golden Gate.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA The Weather Authority: Some rain makes its way back into the forecast Sun and clouds for your Sunday with an increased chance of rain.
NORTH PORT Interstate 75 reopens after brush fire forces closure North Port brush fire led to evacuations and temporarily closed 75.
LEE COUNTY Fertilizer restrictions are in effect for Lee County residents The Lee County government is reminding homeowners and professional landscapers to stop fertilizing for the month of June.
WINK NEWS Here’s the rundown of traffic following the Caloosahatchee Bridge closure Traffic was lighter than expected as motorists rearranged their normal commutes following the Caloosahatchee Bridge closure.
CAPE CORAL Death Investigation at Cape Coral home The Cape Coral Police Department is conducting a death investigation after discovering one dead person and another injured.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Scattered rain and storms for your Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a slightly cooler Monday, with scattered rain expected to develop throughout the afternoon and evening.
NORTH FORT MYERS LeeTran closes several bus stops near Caloosahatchee Bridge LeeTran has temporarily closed several bus stops due to the Caloosahatchee Bridge pedestrian walkway project.
CAPE CORAL Trial set to begin for man accused of killing 2 Cape Coral women A man accused of killing two Cape Coral women in 2019 is set to appear in court for trial.
FORT MYERS Navigating your way around the Caloosahatchee Bridge closure this workweek WINK News helps you navigate your way around the Caloosahatchee Bridge closure. It will remain closed through August 11.
Lee County Man accused of pointing a gun toward a juvenile faces several charges Lee County Deputies released new details about Canuto Alvarado’s arrest. He’s accused of pointing a gun at a child.
NAPLES Pursuit ends with man jumping into retention pond; suspect arrested A hot chase with law enforcement ended with a man jumping into a retention pond near the Naples Airport.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA A purrfect companion; June is shelter cat adoption month Cuddle up with the purr-fect companion this summer! June is National Adopt-a-cat Month.
Preparing for hurricane season with Florida sales tax holiday It’s time to shop until you drop, but it’s not your everyday kind of shopping. With the start of the 2024 hurricane season, it’s time to prepare for any upcoming storms.
LEHIGH ACRES Authorities respond to vehicle fire in Lehigh Acres Authorities in Lehigh Acres responded to a vehicle fire Saturday afternoon.
GOLDEN GATE CCSO investigates stabbing in Golden Gate The Collier County Sheriff’s office is investigating a stabbing in Golden Gate.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA The Weather Authority: Some rain makes its way back into the forecast Sun and clouds for your Sunday with an increased chance of rain.
NORTH PORT Interstate 75 reopens after brush fire forces closure North Port brush fire led to evacuations and temporarily closed 75.
The Fort Myers Police Department has a new leader, but some of the people tasked with hiring him think they may have been able to do better. For months, Fort Myers City Council members had heated debates over who would be next to lead the police department. On Monday night, they finally landed on a decision. In a 6-1 vote, the Fort Myers City Council chose to hire from within and promote Jason Fields– everyone except councilman Johnny Streets. He was the only “no” vote. Then, there’s Mayor Kevin Anderson. He voted “yes,” but will always wonder what might have been. Anderson knows the law, knows how a police department works, knows how a chief should run it. Why? For one, he’s the mayor. Two: he was an FMPD officer for 24 years who retired with the rank of major, just like Major Jason Fields, now Chief Jason Fields. “I hired him,” Anderson said. “I was doing the hiring back when he was hired, and he was an impressive candidate.” Impressive then and impressive now. “I think he’s had a great career. He’s well rounded,” Anderson said. But as well rounded as he may be, Fields was not the mayor’s top choice for chief. Anderson did not like the way the city council handled the search. Though not required, council traditionally rubber stamps who the city manager wants. That didn’t happen in this case. Last month, four council members voted no to the city manager’s suggestion and the mayor’s first choice, Reo Hatfield. “In not approving him the first time? Yes, I do,” said Anderson when asked if the council made a mistake, “because he was highly qualified, and no one could give me a valid reason why he shouldn’t be the police chief.” Anderson was asked if Hatfield would have been his top choice. “Oh, yes, yes, and nothing to do with the internal candidates. I think they’re both highly qualified. I just think that Chief Hatfield was more qualified,” Anderson said. After winning council’s approval, Fields made it clear: he knows he has big shoes to fill. Not Hatfield’s but the late Chief Diggs’. “I’m gonna want to prove myself. I’m gonna make sure that I do the best to my abilities, and I hope that is infectious to the people around me,” Fields said. Anderson said that he doesn’t doubt that for a second. “Jason, I thought you were a great candidate as when you applied to be a police officer 20 some years ago. I think you’re a great candidate for the police chief’s job. I congratulate you, and I’m here to support you in any way I can,” Anderson said. The mayor is ready, excited to see Chief Fields get down to business.