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

 

Study: Certain foods help ward off COVID-19

Dr. Anthony Fauci says it will be most likely be the end of summer before most adults will be vaccinated for the coronavirus in the United States. We looked at what can be done to improve protection against COVID-19 until being full vaccinated. Over the years, green tea has been shown to improve blood flow, […]

FDA authorizes at-home COVID-19 self-test

At-home COVID-19 testing is now authorized by the FDA. The tests can be purchased without a prescription. Doctors call this a game-changer. Tourism, leisure and hospitality are the big three industries in Southwest Florida that took a hit when the pandemic first started and people were told they were safer at home. “There’s no question […]

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A look at concerns for vaccine ability to provide immunity to COVID-19 long-term

As millions still wait for their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine, there are concerns those who are fully vaccinated won’t have immunity for long. An ongoing trial shows Pfizer’s vaccine is highly effective for at least six months. That’s concerning for those on the fast-track to get back to normal. We learned Thursday it’s […]

‘Vaccine passports’: Soon to be required?

Gov. Ron DeSantis is firing back against talks from the Biden administration about “vaccine passports.” The universal system would be used for people to prove they’ve been vaccinated against COVID-19 and would serve as their “pass” to enter businesses, restaurants and events. DeSantis is calling for legislation to stop the passports, but he may not […]

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Doctors warn against complacency in life after COVID-19 vaccines

A doctor is concerned that as time wears on and more people receive their COVID-19 vaccine, conversations about the dangers of the pandemic will subside. The battle against COVID-19 is far from over. Vaccinations across the country are ahead of schedule. “By my 100th day in office, we will have administered 200 million shots in […]

Clinical trial helps pancreatic cancer patients

When doctors diagnosed Brenda Scully’s husband with inoperable pancreatic cancer, she was in shock. Brenda said she tried not to show her emotions to him, staying strong, “I just called the kids and cried to them. And they were very supportive. And I just said to Vince, well, we can deal with this.” But her […]

Researchers study relationship between COVID-19, development of tinnitus

Studies show the coronavirus is also causing tinnitus in some people, a ringing of the ears that can lead to dizziness. A man we spoke to has tinnitus but did not develop it due to COVID-19. Regardless of the cause, he said it’s horrible. For Robert Cacus, it started with silence. “One day, I just […]

Health experts express concerns for New York City COVID-19 variant

The CDC is investigating a coronavirus variant that is spreading quickly. It’s in New York and has gone up more than 12% in the last two weeks. We’re learning it could lead to new infections even after people are vaccinated. With spring break in full swing, packed beaches and crowded restaurants have some fearing tourists […]

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Community members express concerns over kids getting the COVID-19 vaccine

With more people getting their coronavirus shot soon, that raises the question about what it will take for us to reach herd immunity. The nation’s leading health expert says it will take children getting vaccinated to get to where we need to be. But not all pediatricians or parents are on board with the idea. Dr. […]