Alan Campbell

Fort Myers

Morning News Anchor at WBBH-TV (Fort Myers, FL)

Husband, Anchor/Reporter, Emmy winner, aspiring chef, surfer, hockey player and just enjoying life to the fullest!

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Surgeon General says parenting is bad for your health and something has to change

2 months ago | nbc-2.com | Alan Campbell

If you're a parent or just became a parent, this story should pique your interest. According to the Surgeon General, parenting is bad for your overall health if you have children under 18 years old and is creating an increased amount of stress and your health may be declining. "I think it's just a general concern nowadays. You see so much stuff in the news, bad things happening to kids and stuff," said Mother Kelly Rainford.
Bentley bags a buck: Child with Williams syndrome shoots with adaptive gun

Sep 5, 2024 | record-eagle.com | Alan Campbell

TRAVERSE CITY — Kalee Slade never complains about being the mother of a special needs son — indeed, she feels blessed for the opportunity — but she will accept assistance that helps 10-year-old Bentley Lown more fully enjoy life. That help came last week in the form of a three-day stay at Paradise Trophy Ranch near Gladwin, where she shared the thrill of Lown harvesting a 10-point buck that they’ll both always remember.
Researchers attempting to cure Alzheimer's by repurposing existing drug

May 9, 2024 | nbc-2.com | Alan Campbell

Alzheimer's is a cruel and devastating disease. Nearly 500,000 new cases are diagnosed every year in the U.S. Countless research hours are going into studying Alzheimer's patients with the end goal of finding a cure. Right now, it's estimated nearly 7 million Americans 65 years of age and older are living with Alzheimer's. Every 67 seconds, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with the disease.
Are young men in Florida opting for sports betting over sex?

Feb 21, 2024 | nbc-2.com | Alan Campbell

Sports betting in Florida is off to the races now that it is legal in the Sunshine State. While people are placing bets and getting quick hits of excitement, it appears to be taking away from something else....sex!FSW student Donovan Johnson said there's something about making a sports bet that keeps him coming back. "You get a huge rush from sports betting that adrenaline rush," Johnson said. Sports betting, or any betting, can really get our gears going.
Artificial Intelligence innovating construction industry with new technology

Feb 6, 2024 | nbc-2.com | Alan Campbell

Artificial intelligence continues to expand and grow, not just in our everyday lives but in nearly every occupation many of us work in, including construction.AI is getting dirty. Suffolk Construction is using AI to help on job sites.
“Zombie trees” could be taking over your yard

Nov 15, 2023 | newsbreak.com | Alan Campbell

By Alan Campbell,3 hours agoThey may be in your yard, and you don’t even know it. Zombie trees!These are trees, normally after a storm, that look fine at first glance but are slowly starting to die on the inside. After a storm like Hurricane Ian, many people had damage to their property, especially our trees. Zombie trees are just like the Walking Dead in horror movies. They’re unattractive and can cause serious damage. But you may be able to bring them back to life.
"Zombie trees" could be taking over your yard

Nov 15, 2023 | nbc-2.com | Alan Campbell

They may be in your yard, and you don’t even know it. Zombie trees!These are trees, normally after a storm, that look fine at first glance but are slowly starting to die on the inside. After a storm like Hurricane Ian, many people had damage to their property, especially our trees. Zombie trees are just like the Walking Dead in horror movies. They’re unattractive and can cause serious damage. But you may be able to bring them back to life.
Older adults in SWFL community can live longer through positive aging

Nov 1, 2023 | nbc-2.com | Alan Campbell

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Who doesn’t want to live longer? Positive aging is also referred to as healthy aging. It’s something every older adult in our community can be a part of, and it starts with better decisions now for a healthier longer life. Unfortunately, There’s a stigma with older adults, especially here in Florida. They retire here, they play golf, and that’s really it. But there’s so much more. In fact, it’s really just another beginning. Tania Ledon is relatively new to Southwest Florida.
Woman remembers what it felt like to stay in Sanibel during Hurricane Ian

Sep 28, 2023 | nbc-2.com | Alan Campbell

SANIBEL, Fla. — One year after Hurricane Ian, we now look at a woman’s fight for survival, and her message to her parents in the face of uncertainty. Jennifer O’Neill stayed on Sanibel to ride out the storm. She’s lived there for 13 years and has gone through many hurricanes. However, hurricane Ian wasn’t like other hurricanes, and Jennifer realized her decision to stay nearly cost her her life. “My life before the hurricane doesn’t exist anymore. I’ve had to create a new one,” said O’Neill.
Experts say Artificial Intelligence is coming into the workplace faster than previously thought

Sep 15, 2023 | wguf989.com | Alan Campbell

Artificial intelligence (AI) is growing in popularity in almost everything we see and touch. Now is the time for workers to get ahead and improve their skills to be a valuable commodity within the workforce. AI jobs will be in high demand, and certain fields will see impacts almost immediately. We’re seeing more examples of AI in our everyday lives. From social media to checkouts, at the grocery, and even in our own workplace.