Emma Heaton

Fort Myers

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

@WINKNews Anchor | @fgcu grad |CO ✈️ FL | Former production assistant, associate producer and producer, reporter/MMJ | Story Idea? 📧 [email protected]

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Naples firefighters save life on Fort Myers Beach during day off

2 months ago | winknews.com | Emma Heaton

Two Naples Fire Rescue Department firefighters, Sam Scholtz and Thomas Jusim, found themselves saving a life while off duty at Fort Myers Beach. “We went to the beach with our girlfriends. We were just relaxing during the day off,” said Jusim. RELATED: Cape Coral firefighters save dogs from fire using donated oxygen masksDespite being off the clock, these firefighters sprang into action when they noticed a stranger in distress. “I looked to the left, and it looked like a guy went down.
Fort Myers Beach residents sue over luxury condo development plans

2 months ago | winknews.com | Emma Heaton

A new development proposal on Fort Myers Beach at the site of the former Red Coconut RV Park has sparked controversy. Some residents in the area have decided to take legal action against the town over the project. Neighbors claim the town did not fully adhere to the law when Seagate’s development application was approved. Seagate purchased the 10-acre land for $52 million.
Couple celebrates their lifelong love on 62nd Valentine’s Day together

Feb 14, 2025 | winknews.com | Emma Heaton

Hollis and Linda Nash might be living proof that love doesn’t fade with age. This Valentine’s Day, the couple from Brookdale Senior Living in Cape Coral is celebrating their 62nd Valentine’s Day together—a milestone that began in 1964 when the two met on this very day. Hollis and Linda have fond memories of that fateful Valentine’s Day dance, which changed their lives forever. Hollis recalls being reluctant to attend the event. “I was forced to go to the dance. I did not want to go,” said Hollis.
Jury deliberates fate of Port Charlotte teen charged with mom's murder

Feb 4, 2025 | winknews.com | Emma Heaton

A jury in Polk County is currently deliberating the fate of a Port Charlotte teenager who is accused of killing his mother. Seventeen-year-old Collin Griffith faces charges of murder and kidnapping in connection with the death of his mother, Catherine Griffith, last September. Prosecutors said Collin’s mother drove to his grandmother’s home in Auburndale from Port Charlotte to bring him back home when he refused to leave.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas cease fire agreement

Jan 15, 2025 | winknews.com | Emma Heaton

While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings. “Yes, the hostages will come back, and everyone’s very happy,” said Rabbi Yitzchok Minkowicz. “There’s not one person I know that’s not happy and bringing back a hostage. It’s amazing.
The race for US senate in Florida

Nov 5, 2024 | winknews.com | Emma Heaton

Aside from the presidential and local races, many people are watching the battle for the U.S. Senate. In Florida’s U.S. Senate race, Republican incumbent Rick Scott faces Democrat Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, a former U.S. representative from Miami-Dade County. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell is in Miami waiting for election results while Senator Rick Scott will watch the results come in at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort in Bonita Springs. “Get out and vote. Everybody needs to vote,” said Scott.
Hurricane Helene causes rental car shortages

Oct 4, 2024 | winknews.com | Emma Heaton

Hurricane Helene has left a lasting impact on Southwest Florida, including the rental car situation at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). Many rental car companies’ websites show they have no cars available for immediate booking. A quick check of rental services at RSW shows that popular companies like Enterprise, Dollar, Hertz, National, SIXT, Thrifty, and Fox are sold out.
Shrimping industry's resilience after devastation

Sep 23, 2024 | winknews.com | Emma Heaton

As southwest Florida continues to rebuild after Hurricane Ian, one industry hit especially hard was shrimping. Shrimp boats had been toppled, and dockyards had been destroyed. But one company, Erickson & Jensen Seafood, fought back. WINK News anchor Emma Heaton spent a day with the crew, witnessing their path to recovery. In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, the docks on Fort Myers Beach had resembled a graveyard of shrimp boats.
Students missing school; Florida's rising chronic absenteeism

Aug 1, 2024 | winknews.com | Emma Heaton

Parents, have you ever wondered how often your child missed school? While the occasional day off might not have seemed significant, the cumulative effect could have led to serious consequences. Recent data revealed a troubling trend in Florida: chronic absenteeism, with students missing 10% or more of the school year. Since 2018, Florida has seen a staggering 54.5% increase in chronic absenteeism, reaching 30.9% for the 2022-23 school year, making it the seventh highest in the nation.
John Morgan criticizes democratic ticket shakeup, calls for third party

Jul 23, 2024 | winknews.com | Emma Heaton

John Morgan (Credit: Morgan and Morgan) John Morgan, the founder of Morgan and Morgan, the “nation’s largest personal injury law firm,” is not satisfied with recent developments in the Democratic Party. As one of Southwest Florida’s most significant Democratic contributors, Morgan has made his stance clear following the latest shakeup in the party’s ticket.