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Sanibel Fishing Pier to reopen following Hurricane Ian damage

SANIBEL, Fla. (WINK)—The City of Sanibel plans to reopen the Sanibel Fishing Pier with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 18. The city said the ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. at the Sanibel Fishing Pier in Lighthouse Beach Park. The Sanibel Fishing Pier Restoration Committee partnered with the city on the event.

Sanibel, FL · 2d

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Four years after Hurricane Ian, 15 affordable apartments open for Sanibel workers

SANIBEL, Fla. (WINK) — Four years after Hurricane Ian destroyed 10 affordable workforce apartments on Sanibel, a new housing development is giving local workers a chance to live in the same community where they work. Community Housing and Resources (CHR) celebrated the opening of Harkey House on Periwinkle Way...

Sanibel, FL · 20h

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Chipotle Mexican Grill opens in Orangetree area of Collier

Chipotle Mexican Grill launched a restaurant Nov. 10 in the Orangetree area of Golden Gate Estates, the fifth location for the fast casual chain in Collier County. The new restaurant at 1955 Oil Well Road is part of The Shoppes at Orange Blossom, a Publix-anchored neighborhood center immediately east of Palmetto Ridge High School. Restaurant chains already operating there include Tropical Smoothie Cafe and Wingstop, while Chick-fil-A and Starbucks are still planned.

Collier County, FL · 3d

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New Florida affordable housing projects take shape with hefty demand

Southwest Florida is seeing a growing push to create and preserve affordable housing as communities look for ways to help workers, families and longtime residents remain in the region . Last week marked the opening of a 144-unit affordable housing community in Fort Myers, while a new workforce housing development with 15 below-market-rate apartments is scheduled to debut Wednesday on Sanibel. Housing preservation organizations are also expanding locally in an effort to help existing homeowners stay in their homes. The projects come as national data continues to show housing affordability pressures making homeownership harder to achieve for many Americans. Rising home prices, elevated mortgage rates and a limited supply of attainable housing have pushed many would-be buyers to the sidelines. The local activity mirrors concerns outlined in last week's new National Association of Realtors' 2026 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, which found first-time purchasers remain historically underrepresented in the housing market and continue to enter homeownership later in life. Here's what to know. What new affordable housing opened in Southwest Florida last week? While affordability concerns persist nationwide, several Southwest Florida projects are aimed at increasing housing opportunities for workers and lower-income residents. Thursday brought the official opening of

Fort Myers, FL · 3d

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Veteran-owned Cape Coral Indian restaurant gives back to those who served

CAPE CORAL, Fla. (WINK)—Masala Mantra Indian Restaurant was voted No. 1 in Cape Coral for six consecutive years and honored veterans with special offers. Masala Mantra Indian Restaurant opened in October 2019 when three friends took a chance on a dream. The team had little restaurant experience and limited money as it worked to bring Indian food and culture to Southwest Florida.

Cape Coral, FL · 1d

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Bald eagle rescued from Cape Coral undergoing veterinary care at CROW

A female bald eagle rescued from Cape Coral on Monday is being treated at the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife on Sanibel Island after it is believed to have sustained injuries during a fight with another eagle. The medical team at CROW identified minor scrapes and abrasions on the...

Cape Coral, FL · 2d

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Naples eighth grader Tommy Schulte wins state cross-country title

NAPLES, Fla. (WINK) — A Naples eighth grader won a state club cross-country title after putting baseball on hold. WINK News caught up with Tommy Schulte and some of his Naples Elite teammates at St. John Neumann. Most falls, Schulte would be behind home plate catching for his baseball team.

Naples, FL · 2d

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Olana Naples Breaks Ground | 12 Exclusive Beachfront Residences Starting at $32M

Kolter Urban, a leading developer throughout the southeastern United States, and BH Group, a South Florida-based real estate development firm, recently announced the official groundbreaking of Olana Naples, an exclusive collection of just 12 beachfront residences. Situated along the prestigious Gulf Shore Boulevard in Naples, one of Florida’s most exclusive beach destinations. the boutique new development combines the exclusivity and scale of a private estate with the convenience and service of a condominium for an exceptional luxury lifestyle. The construction milestone marks a significant step forward as the project advances toward its anticipated 2028 completion and follows the closing of a significant $197 million construction loan from affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc. and BDT & MSD Partners.

Naples, FL · 3d

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Lee Health to Relocate, Expand Primary Care Clinic on Sanibel

Lee Health is expanding primary care access on Sanibel Island through a new lease agreement for a portion of the Bank of the Islands building, paving the way for the health system to relocate and expand its existing island primary care clinic. Bank of the Islands will continue its operations at the property.

Sanibel, FL · 2d

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Collier approves up to 54 townhomes in Hacienda Lakes

Collier County commissioners approved a rezoning to allow a subdistrict of up to 54 townhomes on 10.28 acres in Hacienda Lakes in East Naples. The Board of County Commissioners on Nov. 10 agreed to amend the growth-management plan to allow M/I Homes of Fort Myers/Naples LLC to add a subdistrict at 3810 Hacienda Lakes Parkway. The changes include a new land-use designation and rezoning land on the south side of the parkway from a rural-agricultural zoning district to a residential planned-unit development. Before the project can move forward, it must receive approval from the Florida Department of Commerce and the South Florida Water Management District.

Collier County, FL · 2d

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Northstar’s AI boom takes it from Naples to the Pentagon

A LinkedIn post about a new type of luxury home led a Bonita Springs-based construction company on an AI-fueled, exponential growth journey, mass-producing what looks like the love child of a Yeti cooler and a shipping container. Northstar Technologies, an offshoot of a 26-year-old construction company, originated in Naples in...

Naples, FL · 1d

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Cape Coral elected leaders prepare for city issues before swearing-in

CAPE CORAL, Fla. (WINK)—Cape Coral's incoming leaders got a crash course in city government as they prepared to take office. Mayor-elect Rick Erickson, District 1's Dave Newton and District 6's Annette Warren heard from the city attorney, auditor, clerk, the fire and police departments and the Cape Coral Charter Schools Authority. The transition session focused on the work ahead during the next four years.

Cape Coral, FL · 21h

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FISH JOG N JAM Draws 602 Participants, Beach Concert Set for Dec. 5

Runners, walkers and families gathered at the Sanibel Community House on Nov. 7 for FISH of SanCap’s annual JOG N JAM 10K, 5K and Kids Fun Run, which drew 602 registered participants. One of FISH’s largest annual fundraisers, the event continues Dec. 5 with the JAM beach concert on Captiva. Proceeds support FISH programs and services for people who live and work on Sanibel and Captiva.

Sanibel, FL · 2d

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UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage members are set to lose Lee Health in Southwest Florida and M Health Fairview in Minnesota on Jan. 1 unless they switch plans by Dec. 7

Medicare Advantage members who have UnitedHealthcare plans are set to lose two large health systems on Jan. 1, 2027: Lee Health in Fort Myers, Florida, and M Health Fairview in Minnesota. People in those plans who want to keep seeing the same hospitals and doctors have until Dec. 7 to move to a plan that […]

Fort Myers, FL · 6h

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Gulf Coast consignment stores see surge as shoppers seek economic ease

NAPLES, Fla. — Consignment stores in Fort Myers and Naples are seeing more customers turning to second-hand shopping and selling to manage financial pressures amid rising costs. "The customers that bring things into consign with us are looking to get a little extra money," said Jennifer Johnson, owner of...

Naples, FL · 2d

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Margaritaville Serving Up Thanksgiving Buffet

Margaritaville Resort on Fort Myers Beach is inviting locals and visitors to celebrate Thanksgiving with a buffet in the ballroom or a festive menu at JWB Grill. Thanksgiving festivities begin on Thursday, Nov. 26, with the resort’s annual Thanksgiving Day Buffet from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Compass Rose Ballroom on the License to Chill Terrace. The island-inspired spread features traditional holiday fare alongside coastal favorites, including roasted turkey, bourbon slow-cooked prime rib, locally sourced fish, tropical-glazed ham and an assortment of seasonal sides and desserts.

Fort Myers Beach, FL · 3d

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Before replacing an AC in Bonita Springs, read these reviews

Top 4HVAC · Bonita Springs, FL·Checked Nov 10, 2026. My Jersey house logic didn't survive Florida, especially where AC and insurance paperwork meet. I read the Bonita Springs reviews for replacement work, then pulled out the questions worth asking before anyone takes out your old system.

Bonita Springs, FL · 1d

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Help shape Fort Myers through online survey

FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK)—The city of Fort Myers is asking the public to help shape the future of downtown streets. The city, the Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization and their partners are studying improvements along First Street and Second Street/Seaboard Street from Fowler Street to the intersection of First Street and Seaboard Street. Following the 2023 two-way conversion, the city said it was exploring long-term changes to make the corridor safer and more accessible for drivers, pedestrians, cyclists and transit users.

Fort Myers, FL · 22h

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Men’s Golf adds five in 2027 signing class

FORT MYERS, Fla. - The Florida Gulf Coast University men's golf team and head coach Lee McCoy have announced a five-member signing class: Cornelius Farhang, Chase Larson, Ludwig Libera, Ranveer Mitroo and Nico Muellner. The signees come from five countries: Austria, India, Norway, Sweden and the United States. The class is headlined by Austria's Muellner, who is currently ranked No. 316 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR).

Fort Myers, FL · 1d

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Room to grow: Babcock Ranch couple upsizes for grandchildren, donates $10,000 to local charities

For Armen and Belinda Kabodian, their lakefront home in Edgewater Shores had everything they needed as they transitioned to retirement and a seasonal lifestyle in Babcock Ranch. During their three years in the neighborhood, they’ve met wonderful neighbors, enjoyed the water views and savored breathtaking sunrises. As the seventh residence they’ve built during their 33 years of marriage, it was also the best built, Armen said.

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