Eric Lovelace

Morning Reporter, WINK News

Eric Lovelace joined WINK News in 2026, bringing strong reporting experience and a commitment to clear, accurate journalism. Every morning, Eric covers Collier County and Southwest Florida, helping viewers start the day informed and prepared.

Originally from St. Louis, Eric studied Broadcast Journalism at the University of Missouri, where he also earned his Master’s degree and competed as a Division I wrestler. His reporting background includes courts, elections, state politics, and major local stories, as well as anchoring across multiple dayparts.

Eric believes journalism is about cutting through the noise, getting to the heart of the story, and delivering facts with fairness and credibility.

At WINK, he is proud to serve Southwest Florida with reporting built on trust, accountability, and strong local journalism.