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I am a special projects reporter for the Lawrence Journal-World. Since coming to Kansas in March 2007, I’ve worked on projects that ranged from tracking hundreds of sexual assaults in Lawrence to covering the state’s emerging wind industry.

On Saturdays I am a general assignment reporter, which means you can find me around town reporting on parades, animal shows and breaking news. So, if you have anything fun happening that day of the week, let me know.

I grew up in central Pennsylvania where I made my journalism debut in second grade. I wrote a Thanksgiving short story (as in three paragraphs) on Tom Turkey that was published in our small town newspaper. It’s my only newspaper clipping that is laminated.

I still haven’t gotten over the rush of seeing my name in print. After high school, I went to Lehigh University and graduated with degrees in journalism and economics.

My first newspaper job was in Steamboat Springs, Colo., where I covered everything from high school football to ski town politics. Later I moved to Bend, Ore., to work as a city hall reporter for the The Bulletin.

So far, my journalism career has sent me up a hot air balloon, to the middle of a burning house and on the trail of a tornado. But even better, it is a job that gives me the chance to meet people from all walks of life who have amazing stories to share.

When not in the office, I am usually outdoors running or biking. And, when the stars are aligned and Kansas is graced with enough snow, you might even catch me cross-country skiing.

Recent stories

Arlington guide unearths trove of history
Local resident is author of definitive book on America’s premier national cemetery
By Christine Metz
May 27, 2012
Arlington Cemetery is home to the nation’s war heroes, presidents and astronauts. But it is also the final resting place of famous explorers, athletes and musicians.
Groundbreaking ceremony heralds St. John’s expansion
School addition would accommodate grades 7, 8
By Christine Metz
May 24, 2012
With garden trowels, spade shovels and toy dump trucks, the students of St. John Catholic School broke ground for a new addition to the building at 1208 Ky.
Students celebrate end of year
By Christine Metz
May 24, 2012
The students at New York School won’t miss math, homework or having to be quiet. But they will miss gym class, recess, friends and teachers over the summer.
As Memorial Day nears, kids get lessons on Civil War
By Christine Metz
May 23, 2012
A few days before Memorial Day, Bob Wandel stood before a group of fourth-graders at Deerfield School and shared just why Civil War soldiers should be remembered.
Lawrence High English teacher $10,000 richer, thanks to guys named Bob
By Christine Metz
May 23, 2012
Lawrence High School English teacher Michael Carriger could handle the recognition that comes with being this year’s Bobs’ Award winner. But, it was the $10,000 check that left him slightly speechless.
2012 Free State graduates reflect on how far they’ve come
By Christine Metz
May 21, 2012
Free State High School seniors took a trip down memory lane as part of a commencement ceremony that celebrated their futures.
2012 Lawrence High School graduates anticipate big futures
By Christine Metz
May 21, 2012
The rows of students that filed into Lawrence High School’s commencement ceremony were future teachers, engineers, Army Rangers and graphic artists. They dreamed of one day owning a day care center, joining the Marines Corps or just becoming millionaires.
Need-to-know information for today’s graduation ceremonies
By Christine Metz
May 20, 2012
Everything you need to know to attend high school graduation.
‘Fearless’ Free State grad expected to go far with music
By Christine Metz
May 19, 2012
Raven Graves will be among the 10 Free State High School seniors honored with singing the national anthem at today’s graduation ceremony.
Lawrence High grad finds voice, confidence in public speaking
By Christine Metz
May 19, 2012
When Megan Tunget arrived at Lawrence High School, she was the “quiet girl,” the one who always had a lot to say but never raised her hand to say it.

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Irelyn Vail, 3: “She is silly.”

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Mackenzi Downing, 5: “She lets me roller skate in the house.”

Avery Sloyer, 5: “She listens to Justin Bieber with me.”

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