Homeowners in Rotonda West are feeling the impact of a closed bridge, damaged by Hurricane Ian, which cuts off a vital exit for hundreds of homes. Jim and Linda Jones shared their concerns with WINK News, highlighting the risk for residents in emergencies. The county is working on replacing the bridge but faces delays due to FEMA funding disputes, with plans to start construction next year. Read the full story at winknews.com #winknews #southwestflorida #swfl #floridanews #charlottecounty | WINK

Huge gator at golf course in Rotonda, Florida Welcome to Jurassic Park. Huge Florida gator spotted at golf course in Rotonda, Florida 🐊

Part of a golf course in Rotonda West, Florida, saw two alligators duke it out on the grass, with cranes watching as the apex predators snapped and wrestled 🐊 📹Mary Lukas Jurkowski | storyful

‘Don’t be suspicious:’ This 10-foot alligator strolled across the Rotonda Golf & Country Club Palms Course in Florida. Local resident Chris Hulback captured the moment on video as the animal was moving from one pond to another. ‘We are living amongst dinosaurs when we see them that big,’ he told USA Today. | NowThis