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

Mother seeks justice for daughter killed at Brown Sugar Festival

A mother is looking for justice after her daughter was gunned down at Clewiston’s Brown Sugar Festival in May. Evereonna Sankey’s life was cut short by a bullet at 20 years old. Her sister was also shot, said Evereonna’s mother Teresa Sankey. Evereonna’s sister performed CPR on her but it took an ambulance 30 minutes […]

One of bald eagle Harriet’s eggs has a pip, ready to hatch

People across Southwest Florida, and the world, are tuning in to the live Southwest Florida Eagle Cam to keep a sharp eye on the bald eagle nest in North Fort Myers. Sunday morning a pip could be seen in one of the eggs, indicating it’s ready to hatch. Harriet the bald eagle laid two eggs […]

Online trend leads to threats of school violence nationwide

A viral threat is circulating across the nation on social media, threatening violence in schools Friday. Officials say the threats are not credible, but parents are still concerned. It started as a way for kids to get out of school but has mutated into something much more severe, and students will face hefty consequences for making […]

Thursday meeting on controversial new development near Pine Lakes Country Club

Families in a planned Fort Myers community are worried that changes caused by a new development planned nearby will create safety and traffic issues, so they’re meeting Thursday to hash out their concerns. Pine Lakes Country Club is the area in question, just west of US-41 and north of Del Prado Boulevard North. Residents are […]

Arson investigation for car fire in front of Lehigh Acres home

A car that burst into flames in front of a home in Lehigh Acres early Wednesday morning is now being investigated as arson. The Lehigh Acres Fire Department responded to the fire in front of a home near the corner of Pine Lane and Pine Court around 4:10 a.m.  No one was in the 2002 […]

Southwest Florida hotels staying ahead of supply chain issues

Your holiday travel plans may fall victim to supply chain disruptions, as hotels across the country can’t keep things in stock. But the impact is barely noticeable at some Southwest Florida hotels that have stayed on top of ordering necessary items well in advance. The Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina, located at 275 Estero […]

Woman survives crashing under tractor-trailer in Fort Myers

A driver was taken to the hospital after her SUV became stuck under a tractor-trailer following a crash in Fort Myers Tuesday morning. At around 6:30 a.m., the Fort Myers Fire Department arrived at the scene of the accident at Winkler Avenue and Evans Avenue. FMPD crews, assisted by the South Trail Fire District and […]

SWFL food banks cope with rising food costs

As the cost of food rises nationally, Southwest Florida food banks are seeing more people turning to them for help. But the food banks themselves are having a hard time keeping food on the shelves. The Midwest Food Bank located at 5601 Division Drive in Fort Myers is budgeting $50,000 extra in 2022 just to […]