Crystal was born in Florida and moved to the Netherlands at the age of 2. She grew up as the child of missionaries who worked in refugee communities, an experience that shaped her worldview.
She has an educational background in Religion and International Relations. Her work has been featured in the Foreign Policy Association, Women's Views on News, Conflict Solutions International, Our Town Gwinnett Magazine and Atlanta area Patches. She was also a piano and voice teacher in the Snellville community for five years. She has a strong passion for community journalism and giving locals a voice.
She and her husband, Paul, have two wonderful preschool-age children.
<strong>Beliefs</strong>: <i>At Patch, we promise always to report the facts as objectively as possible and otherwise adhere to the principles of good journalism. However, we also acknowledge that true impartiality is impossible because human beings have beliefs. So in the spirit of simple honesty, our policy is to encourage our editors to reveal their beliefs to the extent they feel comfortable. We hope that the knowledge that our beliefs are on the record will cause us to be ever mindful to write, report and edit in a fair, balanced way. And if you ever see evidence we failed in this mission, please let us know</i>.
<strong>Politics</strong>: I consider myself moderate, and, while I always have a strong opinion, I often can see both sides. I believe in voting for the person, not the party, and do not vote along party lines.
<strong>Religion</strong>: My faith is one of the most important things in my life. I'll tell you more over coffee!
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Hall County grand jury delivers indictment against Jeffrey Hubbard, described as a family friend. Entertainer Usher was formerly Kile Glover's stepfather.
Schools all over Gwinnett County, including Lilburn, celebrated the Dr. Seuss-themed week.
Schools all over Gwinnett celebrated the Dr. Seuss-themed week.
Schools all over Gwinnett celebrated the Dr. Suess-themed week.
Schools all over Gwinnett celebrated the Dr. Seuss-themed week.
Loganville officials say it is unlikely Carmike will still locate in Loganville with another so close.
Our county's history goes back to the founding of our nation.
Our county's history goes back to the founding of our nation.
Our county's history goes back to the founding of our nation.
The theater will feature 13 screens and seating for 2,800 guests; BIGD auditoriums will feature screens that are three stories tall.
Christopher Dumler has stepped down from his position on the Jail Authority Board in Albemarle County, Va., but refuses to step down from his position on the Board of Supervisors.
The theater will feature 13 screens and seating for 2,800 guests; BIGD auditoriums will feature screens that are three stories tall.
He shared the honor with (removed).
The organization's president, Richard VanHouten, spoke to Snellville Patch about what he believes are false allegations reported in the media.
Ben Burger, a 2009 graduate of Brookwood High School in Snellville, Ga., is banking on the success of this creative, one-of-a-kind endeavor.
Are you interested in yoga, but are a little worried they'll ask you to turn yourself into a human pretzel? The editor shares her experience of taking yoga classes for the first time and what you can expect.
New equipment was donated by Aksa Park/Meyko Outdoor Fitness Equipment, a company based in Turkey.
They were approved unanimously during the Feb. 25 city council meeting.
The Patch Directory is filled with local businesses of all kinds, from restaurants and retail shops to mechanics, schools and doctors.
A report says the coffeehouse chain can thank consumer ignorance for its most profitable quarter ever.
