Independent Journalist / Freelance Writer & Editor

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Since earning a master's degree with honors from the University of Missouri's School of Journalism, I have developed a reputation for fair and balanced reporting, winning several state and national awards. 

I've produced engaging features and in-depth articles covering healthcare, education, and government for several publications:

• The Washington Post
• PBS Next Avenue
• Costco Connections
• 435 Kansas City's Magazine
• CityScene KC
• Visit KC
• The Pitch KC
• San Antonio Light
• Amarillo Globe-News
• Orlando Sentinel Star
• Quincy Patriot-Ledger
• Kannapolis Daily Independent
• Rockford Register Star
• Columbia Missourian
• Associated Press
• Reuters
• Business Journal

• American Cancer Society's Texas Media Award
• Associated Press Managing Editor's Award
• Association of Health Care Journalists Fellowship
• Texas Department of Health's Toward 2000 Award
• Texas Hospital Association's Silver Star of Texas Award
• Texas Medical Association's Anson Jones Award
• Texas State Teachers Association's School Bell Award
• William Randolph Hearst Foundation Award