Stephanie Byrne
Professional Experience
June 2019 – Present: WINK News Video Journalist
May 2017 – May 2019: WJHG/WECP weekend anchor/producer and multimedia journalist
January 2014 – May 2017: WUFT; served in various roles including anchor, reporter, and production crew member
January 2015 – April 2016: WCJB; began as an intern and later served as an associate producer
May 2016 – August 2016: WKMG news intern
Awards & Recognition
2018 Florida Associated Press Broadcasters Best Reporter (small television market)
2018 Florida Associated Press Broadcasters Best Breaking News- Long Format (small television market)
News Philosophy
My goal is to objectively inform the public with the hope of teaching others something new along the way.
Hobbies, Interests & Community Involvement
I love spending time with friends and family, visiting the beach, and cheering on the Florida Gators!
Education
Bachelor of Science in Telecommunication, University of Florida, summa cum laude
Likes best about Southwest Florida
Living on the beautiful Gulf Coast!
Hometown
Jupiter, Florida
Lawmakers analyze Florida septic tanks to prevent nutrient pollution
Study analyzes the impact blue-green algae in SWFL has on your body
Frost comes with the cold weather: How it impacts SWFL environment
North Fort Myers resident concerned over fate of bees in neighborhood
Many mourn after North Fort Myers eaglet E-14 passes away
SFWMD to increase its monitoring of our water quality in 2020
Blue-green algae: What you need to know
Florida 2020 Python Bowl is underway
Caloosahatchee sample tests positive for blue-green algae
