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A two-acre brushfire reported in North Fort Myers is affecting roads.
Autism Collier Charter School, scheduled to open in August 2025, announced in late March that it will share space during its first year with BridgePrep Academy, another charter school at 3161 Santa Barbara Blvd. in the Naples area.
For years, Vicki Kirby sold her hand-made custom crafts in Port Charlotte while working at Joann fabric and craft store. She never dreamed of starting a business at 71, but an unexpected event led her to opening Kirby’s Fabric Korner on March 10 at 4549 Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte.
The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office has announced a 75-year prison sentence for a man convicted of sexual crimes against children.
Following Hurricane Ian, Tony Lapi faced a dilemma. He could either rebuild the resort in the same footprint as the 22 Beachview Cottages that were destroyed on Sanibel Island or move it farther back from the beach and construct something more resilient.
Welcome to WINK News Photos of the Week, where we highlight memorable moments from Southwest Florida throughout the week.
The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of stealing over $15,000 worth of Pokémon cards from a North Naples business.
Less than two weeks after hundreds of residents packed a neighborhood information meeting to protest conceptual plans for a second location in Collier County, Costco Wholesale Corp. submitted formal development plans earlier this month for a new store proposed on the southeast corner of Collier Boulevard and Rattlesnake Hammock Road.
A moving tribute to Vietnam veterans arrived in Southwest Florida.
A 12-year-old student from Veterans Park Academy for the Arts was arrested on Thursday for making threats involving planting bombs around the school.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV that critically injured one person on U.S. 41 in Lee County.
The Matlacha Pine Island Fire Control District is on the scene of a fire that broke out at a Bokeelia home.
The Weather Authority is tracking a breezier Friday with a mix of sun and clouds, which may produce showers, impacting your evening plans.
Lynn Watts, a longtime Goodwill shopper, found herself in the midst of the bustling scene.
Sanibel, a city known for its resilience, is now facing challenges as some of its beloved landmarks remain in disrepair.
A two-acre brushfire reported in North Fort Myers is affecting roads.
Autism Collier Charter School, scheduled to open in August 2025, announced in late March that it will share space during its first year with BridgePrep Academy, another charter school at 3161 Santa Barbara Blvd. in the Naples area.
For years, Vicki Kirby sold her hand-made custom crafts in Port Charlotte while working at Joann fabric and craft store. She never dreamed of starting a business at 71, but an unexpected event led her to opening Kirby’s Fabric Korner on March 10 at 4549 Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte.
The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office has announced a 75-year prison sentence for a man convicted of sexual crimes against children.
Following Hurricane Ian, Tony Lapi faced a dilemma. He could either rebuild the resort in the same footprint as the 22 Beachview Cottages that were destroyed on Sanibel Island or move it farther back from the beach and construct something more resilient.
Welcome to WINK News Photos of the Week, where we highlight memorable moments from Southwest Florida throughout the week.
The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of stealing over $15,000 worth of Pokémon cards from a North Naples business.
Less than two weeks after hundreds of residents packed a neighborhood information meeting to protest conceptual plans for a second location in Collier County, Costco Wholesale Corp. submitted formal development plans earlier this month for a new store proposed on the southeast corner of Collier Boulevard and Rattlesnake Hammock Road.
A moving tribute to Vietnam veterans arrived in Southwest Florida.
A 12-year-old student from Veterans Park Academy for the Arts was arrested on Thursday for making threats involving planting bombs around the school.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV that critically injured one person on U.S. 41 in Lee County.
The Matlacha Pine Island Fire Control District is on the scene of a fire that broke out at a Bokeelia home.
The Weather Authority is tracking a breezier Friday with a mix of sun and clouds, which may produce showers, impacting your evening plans.
Lynn Watts, a longtime Goodwill shopper, found herself in the midst of the bustling scene.
Sanibel, a city known for its resilience, is now facing challenges as some of its beloved landmarks remain in disrepair.
Professional Experience
I joined the WINK News team in July 2020 and I previously served as the Weekend Meteorologist at WTVM in Columbus, GA.
News Philosophy
To be the calm voice during active weather, especially a hurricane threat.
Hobbies, Interest & Community Involvement
One of my favorite hobbies is health and fitness. I really enjoy working out and exercising, and the weather here makes for great running & biking. I also love football, especially my New Orleans Saints.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Atmospheric Science, Mississippi State University.
Memorable Assignments
In 2017, I intercepted Hurricane Irma in a parking garage on 5th Avenue in Naples. I covered the storm from start to finish, taking wind & pressure measurements, along with posting pictures and videos to social media which ended up on The Weather Channel, Fox News, and ESPN.
Interesting Fact
I chase hurricanes. Between growing up in New Orleans, and the hurricanes I have intercepted on my own, I've been in 14 total hurricanes. The most notable storms I've experienced are Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma, and Hurricane Ida. Experiencing all of these hurricanes first-hand has made me a better meteorologist, and gives me the experience and expertise to guide Southwest Florida through the next major hurricane threat.
Likes best about Southwest Florida
The beach!
Hometown
New Orleans, Louisiana.
Another chance for storms to end the weekend Expect isolated showers and storms across Southwest Florida this evening as the Gulf and Atlantic sea breezes converge. Storm chances will remain in the forecast over the coming days as a series of upper level disturbances and surface moisture will move into the area. Rain chances will […]
Low end storm chances are in the forecast for this afternoon Today a weak cold front will slide through Southwest Florida which will lead to a few storms popping across our area today. Because it is a weak front, we will not feel a significant cool down or feel much drier. We will still keep […]
The Weather Authority expects a hot Sunday with mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 80s. Sunday will start off mild with temperatures in the 60s. By the afternoon, temperatures will soar into the upper 80s, with lower 90s inland. A high of 87 would tie the record high set back in 1997. Looking […]
The Weather Authority expects a warm Saturday with mix of sun and clouds and highs in the upper 80s. Saturday will start off mild with temperatures in the 60s. By the afternoon, temperatures will soar into the upper 80s. Sunday looks almost identical with lots of sun and highs in the 80s. Looking ahead to […]
The Weather Authority expect mostly cloudy skies with spotty showers for Sunday. Sunday will start off mild in the upper 60s. By the afternoon, temperatures will climb to around 80 degrees. However, it won’t be the nicest day mostly cloudy skies and isolated showers especially inland. Looking ahead to the workweek, the big story […]
The Weather Authority expects a blustery Saturday with mix of sun and clouds and highs in the upper 70s. Saturday will cool chilly with temperatures in the 50s. By the afternoon, temperatures will climb into the upper 70s. However, it will be windy with gusts as high as 30 mph this afternoon. Sunday be on […]
The Weather Authority expects a warmer Saturday with highs back in the upper 70s this afternoon. Saturday will start cool with temperatures in the 50s. By the afternoon, temperatures will climb into the upper 70s. However, we’re going to have a tough time getting rid of the clouds once again. Looking ahead, a hot […]
The Weather Authority expects a cool Sunday with highs struggling to get into the mid-60s this afternoon. Sunday will start cold with temperatures in the 30s and 40s. By the afternoon, temperatures will climb into the 60s. Dry air dominating the region means lots of sun and no chance of rain today. Looking […]
The Weather Authority expects a chilly Saturday highs struggling to get out of the 50s this afternoon. Saturday will start cold with temperatures in the 30s and 40s. By the afternoon, temperatures will climb into the upper 50s. Dry air dominating the region means lots of sun and no chance of rain over the […]
The Weather Authority expects a beautiful Sunday with lots of sun and highs near 80 degrees. Sunday will start cool with temperatures in the 50s. By the afternoon, temperatures will climb into the upper 70s to near 80 degrees. Dry air dominating the region means lots of sun and no chance of rain today. […]