Professional Experience

2019 to present: Taylor is our Collier County reporter. She previously worked at WTVA in Tupelo, Mississippi as a reporter and weekend evening anchor.

While in school she interned at NBC 6 in Miami and CBS12 in West Palm Beach.

News Philosophy

To be a light in the darkness in the communities of SWFL. To give everyone a chance to tell their side of the story and be understanding of whatever they are going through.

Hobbies, Interests, & Involvement

You can find her in the sunshine, working out, tanning, traveling, or exploring in her free time!

Education

Bachelor in Journalism and minors in Communication and Film from Florida Atlantic University!

Likes best about Southwest Florida

The sunshine ☀️

Hometown
Hello, Aloha, Annyeonghaseyo, Hey Ya’ll, those are just a few of the ways Taylor has been saying hello in the different states and country’s she has lived in. Being a self-proclaimed military brat most of her life she has never had a home base!

SWFL realtor says housing market booming amid coronavirus pandemic

Government officials are expected to halt public tours on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. It’s one of the latest moves federal officials have made to help the United States weather the health crisis due to coronavirus (COVID-19), including lowering interest rates. We spoke to a realtor in Southwest Florida Wednesday to see how the coronavirus […]

Naples Beach Hotel says business hurt likely due to coronavirus fears

Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club says it’s already seeing a huge drop in business Tuesday, likely due to concerns for coronavirus (COVID-19). Meanwhile, some popular hotels in Lee County say they continue booking 95% or higher and are not affected. It’s all depending on the tourists coming down to Florida. Some of them say […]

DeSantis’ coronavirus state of emergency helps Florida stock up on supplies and more

Supplies such as disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer are running low at places such as supermarkets and grocery stores. But there’s no need to panic because the governor says declaring a state of emergency will allow the state to quickly order supplies if they are needed. With Gov. Ron DeSantis’ announcement that Florida will go […]

Hit-and-run suspect arrested in East Naples after traffic stop turns into chase

Surveillance video caught a hit-and-run suspect running through a homeowner’s yard and then, seconds later, deputies are seen chasing after him with their guns up. The driver left damage in his wake with multiple mailboxes destroyed during the chase. “I was taking a shower around midnight and I heard the cops actually coming through,” said […]

Hundreds oppose proposed North Naples condos at public meeting

Neighbors in North Naples who live near a proposed condominium complex are outraged about possible plans and went to a meeting hosted by Stock Development Tuesday to voice their concerns. More than 400 people showed up to the public meeting at Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church in North Naples, where many expressed their frustration, […]

Collier County Public Schools implements preventative initiatives to combat coronavirus

There are now 102 cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the United States. And two of those are right here in Florida. And health officials want to make sure you are taking every possible step to stay healthy. That includes our school districts. Collier County Public Schools released an in-depth plan Monday to keep children healthy […]

“Bucket List Bash” in North Naples raises money for American Cancer Society

Many of us have been touched by cancer, whether it’s a family member or a friend. And, in a matter of days, a big party is planned to support an organization that helps our friends and family in need. The “Bucket List Bash” raises money for the American Cancer Society. We visited Naples Grande Beach […]

Plans from the new project. (Credit: One Naples)

North Naples homeowners worried about planned condos

Homeowners who live near Vanderbilt Beach are worried a planned condo and retail space will cause safety and crowding problems. One Naples will sit along Vanderbilt Beach and Gulfshore Drive in North Naples, housing 300 units and a private marina. A little beach bar and a convenience store are places on the lot that would […]

Fill a Bag station. (Credit: WINK News)

Fill a bag, clean up Southwest Florida beaches

Buckets are now sitting at certain Southwest Florida beaches for visitors to fill up while they fun in the sun. Some people are saying the initiative should be at all of our beaches. Glen Vogel, who said, “nobody likes coming to a dirty beach,” is speaking the truth. The new Fill A Bag station, located […]