Professional Experience

  • January 2024 to present: WINK News Night Beat Anchor
  • April 2023 to January 2024: WINK News Anchor/Reporter
  • June 2021 to 2023: WINK News Reporter and Video Journalist
  • Previously worked as Reporting/Production Intern, Production Assistant, Associate Producer, Producer at WBBH in Fort Myers, 2019 to 2021

News Philosophy

I am committed to delivering news that uplifts and informs. I believe in leading with compassion, recognizing the human stories behind every headline. By showing grace in our reporting, I aim to foster understanding and empathy among our viewers.

Ethics and objectivity are at the core of my journalistic approach. I strive to present facts fairly and accurately, ensuring that all voices are heard and respected. My goal is to create a trusted platform where audiences can engage with news that inspires hope and positive change.

By prioritizing integrity and compassion in my reporting, I seek to not only inform but also to empower our community, highlighting stories of resilience and progress. Together, we can illuminate the good in the world while acknowledging the challenges we face.

Hobbies, Interests & Community Involvement

  • ​My faith guides my life and work. I have a passion for staying active and love exercising outdoors, whether it’s hiking, running, pickleball, lifting weights, or enjoying nature.
  • Connecting with new people brings me joy, and I cherish the stories they share.
  • I’m also an animal lover. I have a cat named Olive and often care for my brothers golden retriever.

Education

Bachelor’s in Journalism, Minor in Interdisciplinary Studies from Florida Gulf Coast University

Likes best about Southwest Florida

What I love most about Southwest Florida is the abundance of sunny days that brighten our lives year-round. The vibrant community here, characterized by warm, welcoming people, creates a true sense of belonging. I enjoy the picturesque palm trees swaying in the breeze, the beautiful beaches, and the thrill of surf and sand that make every day feel like a vacation. This blend of nature and community truly makes Southwest Florida a special place to call home.

Hometown

Aurora, CO

FAST test

FAST test, not-so-fast results

Parents continue to wait for their children’s FAST testing scores even though they should’ve been out two weeks after testing. The new FAST is an acronym that stands for Florida Assessment of Student Thinking. The state does not have its reporting system running yet, so it’s left to the districts to get the scores out […]

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Man accused of killing FMPD officer to be evaluated to defend himself

An accused cop-killer faced a judge once again on Tuesday. Wisner Desmaret is accused of first-degree murder for killing Fort Myers Police Officer Adam Jobbers-Miller in 2018. Desmaret wants to represent himself in the death penalty trial, and he might get his way. The judge says if doctors rule him competent to do so, he […]

Lowdermilk Beach

Labor Day enjoyed by people on Lowdermilk Beach

Along the coast in Naples, people were cooling off in the water at Lowdermilk Beach Park as they enjoyed the Labor Day holiday. When 4-year-old Adalynn Rominger goes to the beach, she smiles from ear to ear. “This is cool!” Adalynn also laughs a lot because there’s the sun, sand, surf, and of course, seashells. […]

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Trial delayed for defendant in police officer’s death, new attorney assigned to case

The trial for a man accused of killing a Fort Myers police officer has been delayed. Jury selection was supposed to start on Tuesday for Wisner Desmaret, who is accused of killing Officer Adam Jobbers-Miller, but judge Robert Branning has granted a last-minute request to remove Desmaret’s attorneys. Instead, Attorney Lee Hollander has been assigned […]

Construction ongoing on Fowler Street, but it won’t fix the flooding issue

Drivers have to deal with the fear of getting stuck on a busy street because of heavy flooding. It happens every time there’s rain on Fowler Street. At the moment, part of Fowler Street is closed as crews work on sewage lines, but the construction has nothing to do with the flooding issue. WINK News […]

City of Fort Myers says businesses were warned ahead of Fowler closure

Drivers are ignoring closed road signs on a busy street. And that’s because there’s no other way to get to the businesses along the closed stretch of Fowler in Fort Myers. It’s shut down between Alicia and Lafayette for two weeks for construction and it’s causing headaches. The stretch of Fowler where work is being […]

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Confusing construction fixing Fowler St. in Fort Myers

Construction on Fowler St. began Monday, confusing drivers over the lack of communication from the Florida Department of Transportation and the city of Fort Myers about when and where the closure is happening. Fowler St. is closed from Alicia Steet and Fowler St. all the way to Lafayette Street and Fowler St. until Sept. 12. […]

Solar

The financial viability of going solar

The United States secretary of energy said Americans that are being crushed by inflation can lower costs by installing solar panels at a discount under the Inflation Reduction Act. The law says Americans are eligible for a 30% discount on solar panel installation under the Inflation Reduction Act. But, that doesn’t necessarily mean that solar […]

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What are Fort Myers and Lee County doing about flooding on Fowler St.?

Flooding is a big problem in Southwest Florida and you can see it on Fowler Street in Fort Myers when there’s heavy rain in the area. The Florida Department of Transportation told WINK News they are aware of the persistent flooding but aren’t ready to do anything about it. In 2010, an FDOT analysis said […]

Voting

Candidates make final push a day before the primary elections

On Monday, candidates in Southwest Florida and across the state made their final arguments to get your vote. Thousands of people have already cast their votes either with a mail-in ballot or by taking advantage of early voting. With less than 24 hours before the polls open, some candidates are putting out new ads or […]