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

Construction on Fort Myers Beach might be lowering property values

Construction on Fort Myers Beach continues Friday, and many are worried their safety and property values are at risk. And more construction is expected to begin Monday. A realtor told us property values on Fort Myers Beach have dropped by 15 percent this year and believes nuisance construction is partially to blame. “It’s an eyesore,” […]

Veterans help veterans experiencing homelessness in Southwest Florida

It can be a tough transition back home and to civilian life for men and women in the U.S. Armed Forces. And they often find themselves wondering what’s next when they return to American soil. Unfortunately, some of our nation’s heroes are left homeless when they return. Veteran Dayo Felix-Doyle is a law student at […]

People missing flights because of long lines at RSW Wednesday morning. (Credit: WINK News)

Arrive early at RSW to avoid travel headaches during construction

Employees at Southwest Florida International Airport said several people did not make it to their flights on Wednesday because of long lines. With the holidays coming closer, the lines could become even worse. The fear of getting stuck in a long line at the airport is a frustrating nightmare Jeff Kern does not want to […]

Callie, a dog who doctors said was abandoned and left to suffer in terrible pain. (Credit: WINK News)

Owners fight animal cruelty charge after untreated tumor kills their dog

Veterinarians said a dog in Punta Gorda went through unbearable pain because of a large, untreated cancerous tumor. Now, one of her owners is facing a serious charge. It was a sad ending for a dog named Callie, who doctors said was abandoned and left to suffer in terrible pain. One of Callie’s owner is […]

Hundreds honor veterans in Midpoint Madness 5K in Lee County

Hundreds of participants completed the Midpoint Madness Veterans Day 5K Run/Walk in Lee County Monday to honor service men and women who fought for our freedoms. The Midpoint Bridge doesn’t shut down very often, but cars cleared the way for Veterans Day, as more than 600 people joined in on the event. “This race means […]

Selling unwanted items online a way to make cash for holiday gifts

The holidays are right around the corner, which means spending a lot of money. But people can actually make some extra cash ahead of the holiday season. We’re still weeks away from Black Friday and Christmas, but soon places like Edison Mall will be full of shoppers. We spoke to people who were getting their […]

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Unknown man attacks woman jogging near Ollie’s Pond in Port Charlotte

A female runner was attacked during her Thursday morning jog. Now, deputies need your help to find the aggressor. The woman was running along York Ave. between Gobron and Sudbury streets near Ollie’s Pond around 6:45 a.m. According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office press release, an unknown person attacked her. ”I was very shocked […]

Mugshot of Nathan Potter, 37. (Credit: Charlotte County Sheriff's Office)

Charlotte County detectives fear more victims in Potter’s sextortion case

A man in Punta Gorda facing child porn charges was in court on Wednesday. Investigators say the suspect targeted children, seeking to coerce and extort them of naked photos through an application many parents were unaware existed. Now, Charlotte County detectives fear there may be more victims. Every day, there is a new app that […]

DEA warns counterfeit pills from Mexico making way to US

Street drugs are becoming deadlier. They look like prescription drugs, but they are actually counterfeit and contain the deadly drug fentanyl, which can kill if a user takes just a small amount. The fentanyl crisis is an issue nationwide, and it’s putting people in hospitals locally like at Lee Memorial. Doctors told us it’s common […]

Catamaran world championship race taking place on Captiva

The captivating world of catamaran racing comes to Captiva Island this weekend. The 22nd Hobie 16 World championship catamaran race gets underway on Captiva Friday night. It’s the first time the event is being held in the United States in 35 years, and sailors entered in the race say they know the competition will be […]