Professional Experience
2023-Present: Anchor/Traffic Anchor, WINK News
2021-2023: Reporter/Anchor, WINK News
2020-2021: Reporter, WINK News
2017-2020: Reporter/Anchor, KPVI News in Pocatello, ID
News Philosophy
I work every day to report the news accurately, compassionately, and with urgency. More specifically, as your morning Traffic Anchor, I want to make sure all Southwest Floridians are informed and prepared every morning as they head out the door and onto our roadways.
Education
I received my Bachelor of Communication in Broadcast Journalism at the University of Miami. I graduated in 2017. Go Canes!
Birthplace
I was born and grew up 30 minutes outside of Washington, D.C., in Gaithersburg, MD.
Hobbies, Interests & Community Involvement
I've played volleyball my entire life, and Southwest Florida is a perfect place to continue pursuing that passion! I've loved being a part of several local beach volleyball teams in Fort Myers. I also, of course, love hanging out by the beach and pool, enjoying Southwest Florida's beautiful ecosystem and wildlife at the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, and more!
Family & Pets
My family still lives in the Washington D.C. area, but I have my two adorable 5-year-old cats, Jack and Ollie, to keep me company!
Favorite thing about Southwest Florida
You can't beat the weather and the people! We live in such a beautiful and welcoming community, and I'm so glad to call Southwest Florida home.
Naples police department

Naples facing safety concerns amid police officer shortage

Leaders and neighbors are sounding the alarm over safety in Naples because of a short-staffed police department. Especially as more visitors come into town during the winter season. Naples Police Chief Tom Weschler told WINK News they’ve been hit all at once by a combination of things including retirements and officers out on disability. One […]

new covid protocols

New COVID protocols at Artis-Naples causing controversy

There are new COVID-19 policies in place at a Southwest Florida arts organization to keep people safe. But now, some people say they won’t be going back there. Artis-Naples says for all events and to get into the museum, guests are required to have a negative COVID-19 test or proof of vaccination. Artis-Naples was one […]

Senior citizens in Naples getting COVID-19 booster shots

Joy was in the air Monday at the Naples Senior Center. Stennett Johnson joined 99 other seniors on Monday getting their booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. For Johnson, it is a dose of freedom. “It’s life-changing for me now I’m going to be able to go into Publix or into Walmart without fear now […]

Naples Design District

The City of Naples wants your input ahead of Design District transformation

Changes are coming to an area of Naples and planners want you to be a part of it. The Naples Design District is getting a facelift and is asking the public for suggestions on everything from events to parking. Already, 1500 people have made their way to this website to give their input on what […]

NCH looking to build a new hospital in Naples, facing challenge over its height

NCH is asking the City of Naples to allow them to build a six-story building. The hospital says the new building will allow them to offer more comprehensive cardiac services to a growing and aging population. Kris Povlsen of North Naples said he is all for NCH turning its heart institute into a comprehensive cardiac […]

Naples Beach Hotel sells, ready for transformation to Four Seasons luxury resort

The Naples Beach Hotel has seen better days. But soon, a new owner will transform the hotel into a luxury beachfront Four Seasons resort. Earlier this year the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club agreed to sell the family-owned business but a lawsuit held it up until Friday when the sale was completed for $362 […]

Immokalee Road traffic

Possible solutions discussed to traffic on Immokalee Road

People who travel on Immokalee Road in Collier County say their commute has been getting longer and longer. They don’t believe the road was designed to keep up with the growth. Now, there’s talk about creating solutions. If you think Immokalee Road is busy now, Collier County projects a 40% increase in population within the […]

Canadian snowbirds preparing for the reopening of US land borders

It’s been 19 months since our Canadian neighbors have been able to visit their vacation homes and now the borders to the north will soon be reopening to visitors. The ground border reopening and restrictions lifting on international air travel means you can expect to see more traffic come November. It also means big bucks […]

Local nonprofit warning vendors after some were contacted by an unknown person

The most wonderful time of the year is still months away, but don’t say that to Falon Tabares. Her nonprofit agency The Healthy Earth Corporation is busy finalizing plans for its “Meet Santa” fundraiser. “It’s free. And we’re going to have like a DJ, and vendors are going to be there,” said co-founder Falon Tabares. […]