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Read moreCape Coral celebrates July 4th with big fireworks and big new flag

Lee County

CAPE CORAL, Fla. (WINK) — Thousands of people filled Cape Coral Parkway on Saturday night as fireworks danced in the night sky, capping off July 4th celebrations across Southwest Florida.

Jul 5, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Red Cross steps in after electrical fire displaces 3 in Cape Coral

Lee County

Three adults were displaced after an electrical issue outside a Cape Coral home led to a power outage Sunday, prompting a response from the American Red Cross.

Jul 5, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Stormy start, and more to come | TAP to see where rain impacts next

Weather Authority

After a stormy start to the day, conditions have improved across much of Southwest Florida this afternoon. Coastal communities experienced frequent lightning and heavy downpours during the morning hours, but

Jul 5, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreStorms clear just in time for Fort Myers Beach Fourth of July parade celebrating America's 250th birthday
Local NewsFort Myers Beach, FLWINK News

Lee County

After a stormy start to the Fourth of July, the sun made a timely appearance on Fort Myers Beach, allowing one of Southwest Florida

Jul 5, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Stars, stripes & a few storms: most fireworks shows should go on tonight

Weather Authority

THE WEATHER AUTHORITY (WINK) — After a stormy start to the Fourth of July, weather conditions are expected to improve in time for most evening celebrations across Southwest Florida.

Jul 5, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read morePalmetto Ridge grad brings national weightlifting title back to Naples gym

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NAPLES, Fla. (WINK)—A former Palmetto Ridge High School weightlifter who recently competed on the national stage has returned to inspire the next generation of athletes.

Jul 4, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreTampa lightning strike survivor speaks out amid Fort Myers Beach tragedy

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FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. (WINK)—A lightning strike on Fort Myers Beach killed one person and injured three others.

Jul 4, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Fort Myers man leads troopers on wild chase during FHP's Red, White and Blue Lights operation
Local NewsFort Myers, FLWINK News

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SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, (WINK)—Florida Highway Patrol troopers made more than 100 traffic stops during their Independence Day weekend detail in Southwest Florida, which included the arrest of an impaired driver...

Jul 4, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
UPDATE: Lightning strike victim on Fort Myers Beach identified as 51-year-old man

Lee County

FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. (WINK) — The Fort Myers Beach Fire Control District is responding to a fatal lightning strike where one man was killed directly, along with three people who received various injuries...

Jul 4, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Man killed by direct lightning strike on Fort Myers Beach, three transported with various injuries

Lee County

FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. (WINK) — The Fort Myers Beach Fire Control District is responding to a fatal lightning strike where one man was killed directly, along with three people who received various injuries...

Jul 4, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreTwo Cape Coral firework stands stolen from days before July 4

Lee County

CAPE CORAL, Fla. (WINK)—Two Cape Coral firework stands were burglarized this week, just days before Independence Day.

Jul 3, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source