Professional Experience

  • WSPA, Spartanburg, SC — Video Editor, June 2006 - June 2007
  • WTWO/WAWV, Terre Haute, IN — Production Specialist, Sept. 2011 - July 2012
  • KTVL, Medford, OR — News Producer, August 2012 - August 2013
  • KMID, Midland, TX — News Producer, Feb. 2014 - Feb. 2015
  • WSLS, Roanoke, VA — News Producer, March 2015 - Sept. 2016
  • O&O FOX News, D.C. Bureau — Freelance Producer, 2017
  • KVLY, Fargo, ND — Multimedia Journalist, Dec. 2017 - Dec. 2019
  • WINK, Fort Myers, FL - Health and Medical Multimedia Journalist, Jan. 2020 - Present

News Philosophy

The more you know about your community, the stronger and healthier it can become! That’s why I believe in local news - energizing and empowering a community is valuable. It can lead to meaningful change and a deeper understanding of your neighbors (allowing you to help them overcome the challenges they face, and share in their successes).

Hobbies, Interests & Community Involvement

Let’s lace up those sneakers, throw on some sunscreen, and get outside! Whether it’s hitting the pavement for a jog, strapping on a helmet and biking a new trail, or strolling through southwest Florida’s great outdoors - that’s where I want to be. Another interest? Cats! Don't ask me about mine unless you're prepared for a lengthy slideshow.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications at The University of North Carolina - Asheville

Master’s degree in Elementary Education at the University of Maryland - College Park

Likes best about Southwest Florida

I am blown away by all of the unique creatures and beautiful plants!

Hometown

Gaithersburg, MD

 

SWFL prepares to receive COVID-19 vaccine

While FDA approval of Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine hangs in the balance, Southwest Florida is gearing up to receive it. We learned more Friday about what the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine will look like in the region. Charlotte County is keeping a close eye as COVID-19 cases climb. “This is the last 14 days. We’ve […]

Doctor says committing to a bubble for holidays can bring families together safely

There’s no place like home for the holidays, but health experts are warning everyone not to travel, and stay away from big groups. Some families are finding a way to enjoy each other’s company without risking the spread of the coronavirus. Experts say it’s all about creating a bubble. It worked for the NBA and […]

Why is a second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine necessary?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will decide whether to grant approval this week for a COVID-19 vaccine, but one big thing: You’ll need to get two doses in order for the vaccine to work. With every day seeming to break new records for hospitalizations and deaths, COVID-19 is now the No. 1 killer in […]

Lee Health announces award for quality and safety by Leapfrog Group

HealthPark Medical Center and Lee Memorial Hospital have been named a “Top Teaching Hospital” and Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida a “Top Children’s Hospital” nationally by The Leapfrog Group, a national watchdog organization focused on health care quality and safety. Lee Memorial Hospital recognition  HealthPark Medical Center recognized  Golisano Children’s Hospital recognized  More than […]

Projections model shows vaccine won’t reduce deaths due to COVID-19

In the next two weeks, two coronavirus vaccines will be up for emergency use authorization review, but a model from experts at the University of Washington shows a vaccine won’t reduce the number of coronavirus deaths by that much. We looked at what doctors and health experts believe will be more impactful against COVID-19 than […]

‘Hospital at Home’ could be a solution to prevent packed hospitals

Capacity issues aren’t hitting Southwest Florida health systems yet, and there is a way to solve the problem before it starts. It’s called “Hospital at Home.” It’s exactly as it sounds: Certain patients can receive hospital-level care from the comfort of their own homes. But there are some restrictions. Only certain types of patients and […]

SWFL hospitals could face lack of doctors, nurses as COVID-19 cases surge

The number of people hospitalized for COVID-19 across the state has doubled since September, and the president of the Florida Hospital Association says the biggest problem isn’t a lack of beds, but could become a lack of doctors and nurses. “A month ago, we had about 90 patients with COVID,” said Dr. Larry Antonucci, Lee […]

Doctor: Wait a few days after Thanksgiving before getting COVID-19 test

As Florida edges closer to reporting 1 million cases of COVID-19, health experts are saying you should get tested if you traveled for Thanksgiving or spent a lot of time around people. However, they say there’s no need to rush out today for a test, but rather wait three to five days after potential exposure. […]

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Changes coming to help with wait times at COVID-19 testing sites

Long lines of people and cars have been seen at COVID-19 testing sites across the country, and here in Southwest Florida at sites like CenturyLink. Currently, there aren’t any appointments available until Tuesday. But a solution to the long wait times may be in sight. Black Friday did see crowds but not at the retails […]