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

 

Calusa Waterkeeper finds high levels of bacteria in Billy Creek

A creek isn’t clearing up after years of problems. The Calusa Waterkeeper says there’s a high level of contamination in Billy Creek. The place is known for being a health concern. The view of the water may be great, but it’s what’s under Billy’s Creek that scares Neil Wilkinson, a retired instructor with FGCU’s Marine […]

Deputies investigating a room at a Motel 6 in Englewood

The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an investigation in a room at a Motel 6 in Englewood. The sheriff’s office said they began investigating after a report from housekeeping. Housekeeping staff entered the room to clean and told deputies that the room appeared abandoned and are concerned for the occupant. Deputies began their investigation […]

Easter sunrise service returns to Fort Myers Beach

For the first time in two years, the Easter sunrise service at Fort Myers Beach returned on Sunday. Hundreds of people showed up on this special day to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Sunday service brought between 800 to 1,000 people to the beach for the Easter sunrise service in past years. Six […]

Wear Blue campaign brings awareness to child abuse

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida is taking a hard stance to stop the abuse and neglect of children. The Children’s Advocacy Center has launched its Wear Blue campaign and they are spreading the word through social media. They even went before the Lee County Board of […]

Yorkie dies after rattlesnake attack in Charlotte County, saves owner

A Charlotte County family is mourning the loss of their Yorkie Jack after he was bit by a rattlesnake. The 6-pound dog stepped outside and right into the path of a large rattlesnake. His owners believe Jack gave his life for them and they marked his loss with a cross. “This has been probably a […]

Golden PAWS Assistance Dogs gets a new puppy to train

A new puppy is training hard to help children in need. A lab pup from Ocala that was picked up on Wednesday by a volunteer for Golden PAWS Assistance Dogs. “I was asked to fly up to pick up one of our new Cadet puppies,” said Rick Mellon. “It was a privilege to do so.” […]

SWFL realtor says home prices are going to keep climbing

If you’re looking to buy a home in the sunshine state, you will need to act fast to get a good price. The average cost for a home in Florida has spiked dramatically, and the prices are not expected to drop anytime soon. The primary drivers for the increasing prices are high demand and low […]

Home Base Southwest Florida hosts 5k at JetBlue Park on Saturday

Supporting veterans, service members and military families. Home Base Southwest Florida, a local nonprofit, is dedicated to helping those who have sacrificed for our country. And on Saturday, they are hosting their signature event. The organization is hosting its Fifth Annual Run to Home Base Florida at JetBlue Park. It’s about raising awareness and money […]

Landscape worker called hero for saving elderly couple from fire

A man is hailed a hero for rushing into a burning home and getting a couple and their dog out. Marcus May happened to be doing work in the Vanderbilt County Club neighborhood on Thursday. He knew there was an elderly couple inside from routine visits. May said when he saw flames, instinct took over. […]