Professional Experience

2019 to present: Reporter, WINK News
2015 to 2019: Reporter, Producer, and fill-in Anchor, WWSB in Sarasota
2014: Intern, The Today Show and NBC Nightly News in Miami

Awards & Recognition

Finalist in Feature Television Reporting for the Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence awards, and Robert Corley Groves Award for Outstanding Achievement in TV Producing.

News Philosophy

Every person has a story. Be honest and transparent while sharing it with the world.

Hobbies, Interests & Community Involvement

Cheering on the Miami Hurricanes, experimenting with vegetarian recipes, spending too much money at Target and taking long naps.

Education

Bachelor of Science from the University of Miami, majoring in Broadcast Journalism with a minor in LGBTQ Studies.

Likes best about Southwest Florida

The WINK Weather Authority will never predict snow for SWFL. Every day feels like summer. It's either hot, hotter, or hottest.

Hometown

Mullica Hill, NJ.

Charlotte County businesses hope fewer red tide conditions persist

Some businesses are back after their customers were scared off by weeks of toxic red tide in parts of Southwest Florida. We were in Englewood Monday, where the water was free of dead fish, bad odor and respiratory irritation. It was the first time in weeks there was no sign of red tide. Mother nature […]

Charlotte County Public Schools student dies from COVID-19 complications

At least one Charlotte County Public Schools student has died from COVID-19. Charlotte County School Chair Wendy Atkinson told WINK News a student died due to COVID-19 complications. The date of death and the school where the student attended were not released by the Florida Department of Health-Charlotte County or by the school district. Florida […]

Charlotte County Public Schools

Charlotte County Public Schools: Mask debate is over, will remain optional

The Charlotte County school board has said they’re done talking about masks. A mandate to require masks will no longer be discussed or even debated, the board says. The board initially considered requiring school and district staff to get the vaccine, but ultimately decided not to do that either. Instead, they will draft a letter […]

Sunseeker Resort construction swings back into action in Charlotte Harbor

Construction on the Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor, owned by Allegiant Air, is underway once again after being at a standstill. Ed Tucker of Venice won’t let Mother Nature rain on his parade. He loves to soak up the view at Live Oak Park and watch the progress. “I’ve watched and it was amazing that they […]

Effects of red tide cause Englewood restaurant to close

A popular waterfront restaurant in Englewood is being forced to close its doors. With the impacts of red tide being so close by and potent, it has caused the business to lose thousands of dollars per day. The picturesque views and atmosphere are what draw customers to the Beach Road Wine Bar and Bistro. But […]

Birds in Charlotte County falling ill from red tide toxins

First you smell it, then you see it – red tide. It’s plaguing the beaches on Manasota Key in Charlotte County. The toxins from the red tide have been killing sea life but now it’s killing birds. Pamela DeFouw, is the executive director of the Wildlife Center of Southwest Florida. She said, “We’ve definitely seen […]

Low dead fish count doesn’t mean red tide is gone

Dead fish have been washing up along Charlotte County beaches for weeks, but there are days no fish can been seen at all. We took a voyage Thursday with a boat captain to get a look out on the water, since red tide can often be a hidden danger. Boating is captain Ryan Riegsecker’s passion. […]

Neighbors are pushing for removal of sinking boat in Charlotte Harbor

Neighbors are pushing for a derelict sailboat to be removed from Charlotte Harbor. Dozens of boats float atop of Charlotte Harbor, but the sailboat, which is close to shore, is sinking. “A couple weeks ago it was tied to the dock and suddenly someone must’ve let it go,” said Robert Hallberg, who lives in Deep […]

Red tide noticeable at some Charlotte County beaches

Fish kills at a Southwest Florida beach are a sign red tide is worsening in the area. Poor beach conditions in Charlotte County Monday are keeping people away from the water. We were at the beach on Manasota Key, where not too many beachgoers were seen. “It’s not penetrating my throat, but I do smell […]