Professional Experience

2019 to present: Bilingual reporter for WINK News and Noticias WINK. Previously worked with the University of Florida's men's basketball team as their social media assistant 2018-2019.

News Philosophy

Get to know those in your community and help make their voices be heard.

Hobbies, Interests & Community Involvement

Going to the gym. Fun fact: Andrea was an Amateur boxer for over 10 years and competed at a National level. Andrea also enjoys doing anything outdoors, like being out on the boat and fishing. But also enjoys staying in and reading a good fiction book.

Education

Bachelors in broadcast journalism from the University of Florida. GO GATORS!

Likes best about Southwest Florida

How much natural beauty is around us. The Everglades, beaches and rivers.

Hometown

Miami, Florida

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CROW treats sea turtle affected by red tide found near Marco Island

A loggerhead sea turtle found floating off the coast of Marco Island and covered in barnacles was suffering the effects of red tide. The turtle, found by boaters, was taken to the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) on Sanibel. “Seems like it was floating for a significant amount of time just due to […]

MLB pitcher Chris Sale to be inducted into FGCU hall of fame

A current Red Sox pitcher — who has World Series champion and 7-time MLB all-star on his resume — will add another accolade to his list of honors and accomplishments when he is inducted into FGCU Hall of Fame. Pitcher Chris Sale helped take the Eagles to a conference championship win back in 2010. Although […]

Democratic lawmakers unveil Biden-backed immigration overhaul bill

After weeks of deliberations, congressional Democrats and the White House on Thursday unveiled an immigration overhaul bill that would reshape U.S. immigration laws and allow millions of immigrants living in the country without authorization to obtain legal status. The 353-page U.S. Citizenship Act would create a two-tier legalization program which would automatically make farmworkers, Temporary […]

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Celebrating Valentine’s Day with two couples’ successful love stories

On Valentine’s Day, we celebrate love, so WINK News wants to introduce you to two couples living at the Bentley Senior Living Community in Naples, both married for over 60 years. Make sure you have your pen and notebook nearby to take notes, because we’re asking them what their secret is to making their love […]

Bayshore Fire & Rescue’s stolen truck found in Manatee County

Bayshore Fire and Rescue reported one of its trucks stolen Sunday morning. It was later found in Manatee County. Brush truck 132 was taken sometime between 10 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. from its North Fort Myers station on Nalle Road while crews were on a call. Susan Lindenmuth is a volunteer with Bayshore Fire Rescue. […]

Mount Hermon Ministries

Churches try getting COVID-19 vaccines to underserved communities

A partnership between the state and churches could change the disparity in minorities getting the COVID-19 vaccine. According to the CDC, only 16% of Black and Hispanic people have been vaccinated in Florida. Mount Hermon Ministries Pastor William Glover and his wife, Cheryl, want to make sure they help minorities get access to vaccines. Usually, […]

Eaglets returned to SWFL Eagle Cam nest

E17 & E18, the two eaglets from Southwest Florida’s famous eagle cam, were returned to their nest on Friday morning. In a Facebook post, the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc. said the 2-week-old eaglets were given a third round of antibiotics and a “hefty meal” to make the trip from the clinic on […]