Ashley French

Fort Myers

Reporter and Video Journalist at WINK-TV (Fort Myers, FL)

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Democrats and Republicans preparing for Presidential Election

Nov 3, 2024 | winknews.com | Ashley French

The 2024 Presidential Election is on Tuesday. Now that early voting has ended, Southwest Florida political parties are making their final push to voters. RELATED: FGCU students and professor weigh in on upcoming electionThe Democratic and Republican parties in Lee County are working hard on their final efforts to reach out to voters who have yet to cast their ballots.
Early voting ends Saturday for several Southwest Florida counties

Nov 2, 2024 | winknews.com | Ashley French

Early voting sign. Credit: CBS Miami Saturday is the last day of early voting for several counties throughout Southwest Florida. Early voting turnout has been huge for several counties, from Lee to Collier County. RELATED: Final weekend for early votingCollier County hit 100,000 voters as of Saturday. Voters said the voting process has been a breeze, from waiting less in line at the polls to casting their ballots by mail.
Fisherman's Village in Punta Gorda to reopen after Hurricane Milton

Oct 31, 2024 | winknews.com | Ashley French

If you’re looking to do some early holiday shopping in Charlotte County on Friday, Fisherman’s Village is reopening its doors just in time. It’s been closed since Oct. 8 due to Hurricane Milton. Several employees are preparing for the reopening on Friday. From what they say,it feels like a grand opening after being closed for almost a month. Kathy Burnam is the Marketing and Events Manager at Fisherman’s Village. She said that now is a great time for Fisherman’s Village to reopen.
Housing development geared toward older people opens in Naples

Oct 30, 2024 | winknews.com | Ashley French

A housing development in Collier County recently opened, and it is geared toward older people looking for affordable housing. RELATED: Collier Commissioners change rules for affordable housing projects under Live Local ActThe property is called Ekos Allegro, located on Hammock Road in Naples. This development is huge for Collier County as it continues to find ways to combat its homeless population, which consists primarily of older people.
Dead fish spotted on Englewood Beach due to red tide

Oct 27, 2024 | winknews.com | Ashley French

The early stages of red tide are beginning to show, leaving a trail of dead fish along the shore. Residents near Englewood beach said to simply stay off the beach when blooms like this begin to form. RESIDENT: Red Tide concerns in Southwest FloridaSeveral kinds of dead fish were along the shore, seemingly caused by the red tide. It also makes the air hard to breathe with the strong smell left by the dead fish.
Funeral service held for 16-year-old-girl shot and killed by stray bullet

Oct 26, 2024 | winknews.com | Ashley French

Hundreds of friends and family gathered together for a funeral service to say their final goodbyes to Ja’yhanna Johnson on Saturday. The 16-year-year-old was shot and killed by a stray bullet while attending a party two weeks ago. RELATED: Remembering Ja’yhanna Johnson; Loved ones pay final respects to teen killed at partyRELATED: Clewiston teen killed by stray bullet during danceRELATED: Two arrested in Clewiston teen’s murderHer funeral service was held at the New Harvest Church in Clewiston.
Remembering Ja'yhanna Johnson; Loved ones pay final respects

Oct 25, 2024 | winknews.com | Ashley French

A family is paying their final respects to a teen, gone too soon. Sixteen year old Ja’yhanna Johnson will never smile brightly again, but her memory lives on through those who knew and loved her as they fight for justice. Her family and loved ones held a viewing for her on Friday evening at the True Vine church in Clewiston. Her cheerleading team also joined together to do something special in her honor. They say they remember the teen for her bright smile and larger than life personality.
Fort Myers apartment complex dealing with multiple car break-ins

Oct 24, 2024 | winknews.com | Ashley French

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Vehicle pursuit ends in crash on Alico Road

Oct 20, 2024 | 1029bobfm.com | Ashley French

socastcmsRssStartAshley FrenchsocastcmsRssEndFORT MYERS A vehicle pursuit between a stolen vehicle and law enforcement ended in a crash on Alico Road and Ben Hill Griffin Parkway. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the FHP assisted the Collier County Sheriffâ€™s Office on Saturday evening in pursuing a Ford F250. The pickup truck had been stolen from Collier County and involved in a burglary in Lee County. The pursuit went north on Interstate 75, approaching Corkscrew Road.
39th annual Oktoberfest underway in Cape Coral

Oct 18, 2024 | winknews.com | Ashley French

The 39th annual Oktoberfest is underway, and folks are lining up to get inside and enjoy the festivities. This year’s festival has much to offer. It’s the time of year to grab some schnitzel and beer at the annual Oktoberfest. Erich Kohl is the president of the German American Club. He said that there is a lot to do at Oktoberfest. “It’s basically our big party for Southwest Florida,” said Kohl. “We love to have people come out. We’ve got great food. You got great drinks.