Professional Experience

2017 to present: Morning anchor, WINK News. 2012 to 2016: Reporter, weekend anchor, WINK News. Previously worked at KAGS-TV in College Station, Texas, and KHOU-TV in Houston. Also managed the visual and interactive media department for a Houston urgent care company.

News Philosophy

My news philosophy is fairness and giving everyone the ability to have their voice heard. I believe in telling every story as fair and as accurate as possible and being able to be the voice for those who otherwise would not be heard.

Hobbies, Interests & Community Service

Serves on the committee for the American Cancer Society's City of Palms Park Relay for Life. Also likes to dabble in photography.

Education

Sam Houston State University.

Likes best about Southwest Florida

I love many things about Southwest Florida, but most of all, I love all the beauty. As an avid still photographer, I love finding new places to take pictures of nature.

Hometown

Houston.

Collier County to proclaim March 9 Gentle’men Against Domestic Violence Day

Men are being challenged to speak up and stand up to help end domestic violence and human trafficking in our community. On Tuesday, Collier County commissioners will proclaim March 9 Gentle’men Against Domestic Violence Day. “I have been hurt by men since I was a kid, so it is hard trusting them,” said one survivor […]

FGCU grads start home services business after pandemic job loss

When two recent Florida Gulf Coast University graduates were laid off because of the pandemic, their dire circumstances motivated them to start something special. At first, Katelyn Potts and Ella Sagarese admit they were worried. “From working 60 hours a week to nothing was kind of, like, a panic,” Sagarese said. “‘What do I do? […]

Providing health care to underserved communities

Staying healthy is more important now than ever. One group makes sure it provides health care to underserved communities, starting with children. Dr. Emily Ptaszek, CEO of Healthcare Network of Southwest Florida joining WINK News anchor Corey Lazar to explain what her organization offers. WATCH the full interview above.

Naples shelter hosts event to raise awareness of domestic violence

One group of Southwest Florida men is taking a stand against domestic violence in our community, using their voices to stop the abuse. “A lot of men just don’t think about it,” said Colin Estrem. “Domestic violence is the problem that a lot of people really don’t care to think about. In a community like […]

Easing holiday loneliness in a year full of the unexpected

The holidays are already a trigger for depression and anxiety, but this Thanksgiving could bring out emotions you may have never experienced. Having high expectations during the holidays can weigh us down. “We’d have 30 to 40 people at our home and would host. This year is different,” said Karen Jones. Her family has been […]

President Trump’s speech reaffirms voters

It’s not every day you meet people who you will always remember. One woman was holding her special event invite like it was a golden ticket and said the president’s speech checked all of her boxes. Roz Lesser is funny and stubborn, but if there is one thing we know about her, she will only […]

A moment in history: Children come out to see President Trump in Fort Myers

While many Trump supporters came out to the Caloosa Sound Convention Center (formerly the Harborside Events Center) to support the president, there was also a somewhat unexpected group waiting outside: children. Several children, some that looked to be no older than seven, stood by, decked out in red, white and blue, ready to see the […]

Become a guardian ad litem for foster kids in need of a good home

From being ripped apart from their family and packed into foster homes, thousands of children rely on volunteers to be their champion through the toughest times in their lives. Those volunteers are called “guardian ad litems.” Now through the pandemic, the organization is bracing for a huge influx of children who will need your help. […]