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Cape Coral softball coach arrested for alleged inappropriate behavior with student
A volunteer softball coach at Oasis High School has been arrested on multiple charges due to his alleged inappropriate behavior with a student. On Jan. 19, a student at Oasis High School reported to staff that 42-year-old Erik Rodriguez had been sending sexually explicit text messages and nude photos showing his face to another student.
3 new restaurants coming this fall to Coconut Point
Three popular regional dining concepts are planning new locations this fall in large vacant restaurant spaces at Coconut Point regional mall in Estero. . Fresh Catch Bistro, PJK Neighborhood Chinese Restaurant and Real Seafood Co. are launching upscale casual restaurants in units previously home to TGI Fridays, The Saloon and Bokamper’s Sports Bar & Grill, respectively.
Fort Myers man arrested following rollover crash
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A Fort Myers man was arrested after a rollover crash Wednesday night on Fowler Street. The crash happened in front of Page Field Airport in Fort Myers just after 1 a.m. LCSO has identified the driver as Dan Edee, 34, of Fort Myers. This shut...
Retail center opens in Estero
A 78,000-square-foot retail center opened off Corkscrew Road east of Old Corkscrew Golf Club in Estero. Located at 18405 Parksville Drive, Shoppes at Verdna Village, which was developed by Winter Garden-based WMG Development, is anchored by Publix and includes additional community amenities, including Publix Liquor, Heartland Dental, Dunkin’, The Nail Spa Estero, New York Pizza & Pasta and The UPS Store. Roughly 200 jobs were created with the opening of this Publix-anchored shopping center, WMG officials said. The land was originally owned by Cameratta Cos., who pioneered the east Lee County housing expansion in recent years. The family-run company looked to WMG to deliver first-class retail to complement its Verdana Village residential community.
Florida man caught on camera shooting dog in face during argument over infidelity: LCSO
LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. - A Florida man is facing charges and a dog is on the mend after deputies say a lover’s quarrel over cheating allegations led to shots being fired. According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to a Lehigh Acres home shortly after midnight on Monday because a suspect, later identified as 41-year-old Farhad Deiham, was threatening to shoot everyone inside the home, including two children, during an argument over his alleged infidelity.
Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for April 24, 2024
This weekly Most Wanted Wednesday WINK News segment features fugitives from justice in Southwest Florida. This is your chance to help the community with the tip that gets these people off the street. These suspects need to be found – and if you can help, you could earn a cash reward of up to $3,000.
Slimy sea creatures spotted swimming along Southwest Florida beaches
SANIBEL, Fla. — A slimy creature with “wings” was seen swimming up to people and boaters near Lover’s Key this week. Beach-goers noticed the same slug-like thing washing onshore on Blind Pass Beach. “It looks like a cross between a jellyfish and a shell creature,” said...
’Don’t come out!' Viral video captures alligator paying visit to Florida neighborhood
Alligator mating season "officially" begins in May or June, but male alligators begin courting in early April. Alligators may range up to several miles seeking mates and new habitats. A Fort Myers woman was not terribly welcoming to her new neighbor: an alligator that was spotted wandering around her house...
Mailbox destroyed in San Carlos Park hit-and-run
SAN CARLOS PARK, Fla. — A mailbox was smashed in a hit-and-run along Coral Gables Road in San Carlos Park Tuesday afternoon. “It was a really loud crash. For me to hear from the other side of the house a loud crash and come running outside, they must've been going really fast,” neighbor Julie Valmorbida said.
Free gas? Not quite. But you can get it for $1.76 a gallon here on Saturday in Fort Myers
Gas prices in Florida are sky-rocketing. The state average hit a new 2024 record last week with prices at $3.64 per gallon. Here is some good news related to gas prices. A new gas station in Fort Myers is celebrating its grand opening and will offer the cheapest gas in the region at $1.76 per gallon.
2 people wanted in multiple Fort Myers burglaries
Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on two suspects wanted for committing multiple burglaries in Fort Myers. According to Crime Stoppers, two people allegedly committed multiple burglaries that took place on Feb. 20. After committing the burglaries, they used stolen credit cards to make purchases and withdrawals. If you...
2024 Hurricane Season starts early; Mild Thursday
FORT MYERS, Fla. — We have our first area of interest in the Atlantic, but don't get excited. It's almost 3,000 miles away, and only has a 10% chance of development over the next five days. A ridge of high pressure is still in control of our weather through...
Stevens Construction completes Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida
Stevens Construction completed Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida’s new 60,000-square-foot medical office building and corporate headquarters in south Fort Myers. Situated at 14601 Hope Center Loop near the northeast corner of 6 Mile Cypress and Metro parkways, the specialists in comprehensive musculoskeletal care’s new home houses 60 exam rooms to serve its 16 physicians and 20 mid-level health care practitioners. OSSWF offers a full suite of on-site services with six X-ray rooms, six procedure rooms and two MRI suites, which required the construction of a specialized room protected by radio frequency shielding to contain the electric and magnetic transmissions of the MRI. It also features nurse stations, offices, conference rooms, storage, a lounge and support services. The second floor houses an expansive physical and occupational therapy suite.
Cape Coral man accused of damaging his own car for insurance money
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — After an extensive investigation, the Lee County Sheriff's Office arrested a Cape Coral man for fraud. Detectives say Ivan Gomez falsely reported a crime to law enforcement and committed insurance fraud, a crime they believe he was behind. On February 24, reports say Gomez claimed...
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