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Former FMPD officer and Police Athletic League coach Tiara Brown beat Skye Nicolson in the WBC featherweight world championship.
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Former FMPD officer and Police Athletic League coach Tiara Brown beat Skye Nicolson in the WBC featherweight world championship.
The Cape Coral Police Department has announced more charges against two teenagers allegedly involved in a string of thefts that led to a shooting.
Tina Smagala had spent about three decades working in corporate human resources and communications in various industries, and she was looking to try something else for a change.
The only Perkins Restaurant & Bakery in south Lee County is closing April13, and the question now is what’s going to take its place.
The Social Security Administration is changing how people can verify their identity for retirement, survivors, or family benefits.
The Weather Authority is tracking a warm and breezy Thursday with conditions that may increase the risk of brush fires this afternoon.
NCH is taking medical training to an innovative level by providing real-life simulations for doctors and nurses.
A 6-foot alligator made an unexpected appearance at Florida Gulf Coast University, causing a commotion on a busy boardwalk.
The Fort Myers City Council’s partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been a point of contention
A 17-year-old hero is fighting for his life in the hospital after a violent incident in Collier County.
The Fort Myers Fire Department is urging the community to be open and honest during fire investigations.
While many are familiar with the stories of men who served in World War II, the women who served also played a crucial role in shaping history.
WINK News is back with Most Wanted Wednesday, spotlighting some of Southwest Florida’s most sought-after criminals. This initiative, in collaboration with Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers, aims to aid law enforcement by sharing crucial information about individuals they are trying to locate. This week, authorities are searching for Arquesha Brown in Fort Myers. The 47-year-old was […]
A new video of a Florida Panther shows that these wild animals have more in common with house cats than you might think.
Fort Myers may soon see new traffic cameras installed in school zones along McGregor Boulevard.
Former FMPD officer and Police Athletic League coach Tiara Brown beat Skye Nicolson in the WBC featherweight world championship.
The Cape Coral Police Department has announced more charges against two teenagers allegedly involved in a string of thefts that led to a shooting.
Tina Smagala had spent about three decades working in corporate human resources and communications in various industries, and she was looking to try something else for a change.
The only Perkins Restaurant & Bakery in south Lee County is closing April13, and the question now is what’s going to take its place.
The Social Security Administration is changing how people can verify their identity for retirement, survivors, or family benefits.
The Weather Authority is tracking a warm and breezy Thursday with conditions that may increase the risk of brush fires this afternoon.
NCH is taking medical training to an innovative level by providing real-life simulations for doctors and nurses.
A 6-foot alligator made an unexpected appearance at Florida Gulf Coast University, causing a commotion on a busy boardwalk.
The Fort Myers City Council’s partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been a point of contention
A 17-year-old hero is fighting for his life in the hospital after a violent incident in Collier County.
The Fort Myers Fire Department is urging the community to be open and honest during fire investigations.
While many are familiar with the stories of men who served in World War II, the women who served also played a crucial role in shaping history.
WINK News is back with Most Wanted Wednesday, spotlighting some of Southwest Florida’s most sought-after criminals. This initiative, in collaboration with Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers, aims to aid law enforcement by sharing crucial information about individuals they are trying to locate. This week, authorities are searching for Arquesha Brown in Fort Myers. The 47-year-old was […]
A new video of a Florida Panther shows that these wild animals have more in common with house cats than you might think.
Fort Myers may soon see new traffic cameras installed in school zones along McGregor Boulevard.
Professional Experience
Previous to having the pleasure of working as a reporter at Wink News in June 2018, I was a reporter at WXXV in Gulfport, Mississippi for 2 years after interning at WZZM 13 in Grand Rapids Michigan.
Awards & Recognition
Honored to have had the opportunity keep the Mississippi Gulf Coast informed from the shores during Hurricane Nate, part of the station's very first time providing wall-to-wall severe weather coverage. Also covered a story on a car crash that reopened a police investigation, and was a three-year award winner of the Radio and Television Digital News Association broadcasting scholarship.
News Philosophy
Be a voice for those that need to be heard and always listen to your community, everyone has a story to tell.
Hobbies, Interests & Community Involvement
Whether it's swimming, boating, kayaking, wakeboarding, fishing or just enjoying the beach--- my free time is most enjoyably spent near the water! And we're in just the right place. I also really like to volunteer at my church, bike ride, hike, do yoga, and eat ice cream.
Education
Majored in Broadcasting Arts at Central Michigan University, with a double minor in journalism and sports management.
Likes best about Southwest Florida
The beautiful sunshine, sandy beaches and friendly people.
Hometown
Farmington Hills, MI
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