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

Powerboat race organizers working to finalize event on Fort Myers Beach

An event that has already battled obstacles before it has even begun is facing more rough waters. Some people have raised concerns surrounding the bathroom situation at a boat race, forcing organizers to hold off on final plans for the water spectacle in Lee County. With only a month to go, organizers for the Roar […]

Some believe death of transgender woman was targeted attack

The body of a woman was found burned in a vehicle in Clewiston on Wednesday morning, according to Hendry County Investigators. She has been identified as Bee Love Slater, 23, of Pahokee, Florida. Her name given at birth was Bolman Slater, VI. Although detectives are still investigating what the motives may be, Love’s best friend […]

Plans are to demolish this Circle K in Cape Coral. (Credit: WINK News)

Cape convenience store, gas station to be demolished for shopping center

Soon a convenience store and gas station in Cape Coral will get demolished to make room for a shopping center. Clara Fetty wants to know why the convenience store and gas station she comes to every week, which is on Pine Island Rd and Del Prado Blvd, needs to become another hub for retail in […]

NOAA says sea life habitats impacted by Hurricane Dorian

Not only has Hurricane Dorian caused destruction to the homes of people and continues to threaten areas along our state, the catastrophic storm also threatens marine life habitats. NOAA says coral reefs, sea turtles and other sea creatures will have taken a big hit in the aftermath of Dorian, making it harder for creatures like […]

Harry Chapin Food Bank taking donations for Dorian relief on east coast

Southwest Florida is working to send supplies to the east coast of the state. Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida loaded emergency kits to send across the state Monday, and the local nonprofit is on standby to do more. The food bank is looking for resources and supplies from people in Southwest Florida to […]

Hurricane Dorian: Goods flying off shelves as stores restock

It’s time to stock up for more water and other hurricane supplies, as businesses in Southwest Florida have restocked. People are still playing it safe by getting what they need for potential effects from Hurricane Dorian. And things are going quickly off shelves. Many store personnel told us items were flying off shelves from the […]

Fire district warns about dangers of storing gasoline

After filling up gas cans, it’s important to store them safely. A family in Southwest Florida had to evacuate their home after they stored gas too close to a water heater and sparked a fire. South Trail Fire & Rescue District in Lee County warns about the dangers of storing gasoline inappropriately at home ahead […]

Flooding seen during Hurricane Irma. (Credit: WINK News)

Hurricane Dorian sparks new fears of flooding in Bonita Springs

Right now, Hurricane Dorian is sparking new fears of flooding. Neighbors remember how devastating it was nearly two years ago during Hurricane Irma. People who live in Bonita Springs told WINK News they are nervous about high water damaging their home again. Neighbors said a nearby river is already high. Homeowners who live off Dean […]

FILE Knife lays on the ground. (Credit: MGN/FILE)

Man threatens Lehigh Acres mom with a knife in front of her kids

A kind deed could have turned deadly in the parking lot of a Lehigh Acres Walgreens after a dangerous hitchhiker threatened a mother and her children with a knife. But, her quick thinking may have saved their lives. Lee County Sheriff’s Office Deputies said a woman was strapping her kids in the car when the […]

St. James City neighbors upset about abandoned, rotting boats

Many neighbors are upset rotting boats are still empty near Saint James City on Pine Island. And fishermen are worried someone is going to get hurt with them there. People who live here and love their waterway have passed the sinking boats for months, and they’re wondering why they have been allowed to decay in […]