Professional Experience

October 2021 to present: Reporter, WINK News. Previously worked at WTAJ in Altoona, Pennsylvania as a reporter and interned with CBS4 in Gainesville, Florida.

News Philosophy

People may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel.

Hobbies, Interests & Community Involvement

In my free time, you can find me spending time with friends and family, exercising, or visiting the beach.

Education

I graduated from the University of Florida in May of 2020 with a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications on the news track and a certificate in Meteorology and Climatology. Go Gators!

Likes best about Southwest Florida

The sunsets

Hometown

Coral Springs, FL

 

One injured after U-Haul crashes into garage while couple is sleeping

One person was hospitalized after a U-Haul crashes into a home off McGregor Parkway in south Fort Myers early Wednesday morning. Dr. Jake Goldberger and his wife’s peaceful night’s sleep ended abruptly after a U-haul crashed into their home on Kasamada Drive. “Both asleep my wife and I and the next thing I know there […]

Gulfshore Business recognizes trailblazers with Women in Business Award Celebration

Celebrating 10 remarkable women who are trailblazers in their field. Our partners at Gulfshore Business hosted the first “Women in Business Awards Celebration.” WINK News spoke to them about their lives and backgrounds, but what stood out the most is what binds them. They say to ignore your fears and just go for it. The […]

FSW celebrates commencement

Family and friends show support for graduates of Florida SouthWestern State College. The feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment permeated the graduates and everyone there supporting them. Janetta Marc came to support her sister. “Just to be able to have your family out here to be able to cheer you on,” Janetta told us. “Those are […]

Firefighters continuing to fight flames at Myakka State Forest, fire is 95% contained

A brush fire that erupted in Charlotte County on Saturday has been 95% contained. The fire started in the Gulf Cove neighborhood of Charlotte County off of Dubarry Avenue. The flames spread to the Myakka State Forest and came close to two homes, destroying two sheds and a boat. Firefighters worked through the night to […]

BUDGET

Inflation hurting Floridians, nearly half struggle paying bills new study says

Many in Florida are scrambling, trying to afford the basic necessities. It is no secret that a lot of people are feeling the impacts of inflation. But a new poll shows just how difficult things are for people now. 48% of Floridians say they’re struggling to keep up with the rising prices of their bills. […]

Merlin the emu missing for close to a week from Golden Gate Estates home

Merlin the emu remains on the run. The two-legged, flightless bird has been missing from his Golden Gate Estates home for six days. His owner believes the bird’s friendly demeanor may have gotten him into trouble. Marcela Zurita doesn’t have any kids but she considers Merlin and her other animals her babies. “We’re just hoping […]