I’m an award-winning journalist who was born and raised in Boise, Idaho (yep, I’m a city girl in Idaho terms). I earned my bachelor’s in journalism from the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho.
For nearly four years I was an editor at Marinscope Newspapers. I spent most of my time as editor of the Sausalito Marin Scope, writing about everything from adorable stranded sea lions to visiting mega yachts to the Sausalito City Council’s contentious local politics.
I have earned top journalism honors from the California Newspaper Publishers Association (CNPA), Idaho Press Club and National Association of Hispanic Journalists. Most recently I earned first place awards for coverage of local government and coverage of youth, as well as an award for environmental reporting, from the CNPA.
If I’m not working, you may find me …
Dancing. I did ballet for more than 14 years but recently became obsessed with recreational dance classes in samba, afro-Brazilian and Latin dance. I was a regular at Roco Dance in Fairfax, but I’m taking a hiatus from dance to recover from an injury. I’m hoping to be back on the dance floor this summer.
Hiking. I’m the kind of person who doesn’t like to be inside on a sunny weekend. Marin’s hiking options are endless – what an incredible place to live!
Traveling. I spent a semester in Spain in 2007 and haven’t gotten rid of the travel bug since. I’ve been to 22 countries, but now I only cross oceans once or twice a year. I do, however, enjoy taking lots of weekend trips within the West Coast.
Eating tapas. Living in the Bay Area has made me extra obsessed with food. Tapas are my favorite, but I’m looking forward to trying lots of San Anselmo and Fairfax restaurants.
Officials are treating an algae bloom at Nicasio Reservoir that has given tap water in Ross Valley and nearby areas a noticeable taste.
The Fairfax police log for July 20-24 includes juvenile issues and someone who forgot where they parked their car.
A 31-year-old San Rafael man was last seen around 1 p.m. on Sunday near Mt. Langley, authorities said.
San Anselmo - Fairfax Patch is excited to be joining with First Lady Michelle Obama for Olympic Fun Day.
The San Anselmo Police Log for July 18-23 includes a group of juveniles getting feisty with a shop manager after he refuses to sell alcohol to an older member of their group.
Cast your vote for the best place to get pizza in San Anselmo or Fairfax.
Where do you go to get items for your pup, kitten, iguana or other pet within your town limits? Cast your vote for the Best Pet Supply Shop!
Where in San Anselmo or Fairfax is the best place to get a margarita, no matter if it's muy authentico on the rocks or a sugary frozen treat?
Cast your vote for the best nail salon in San Anselmo and Fairfax.
What's the best place to begin your day with a proper breakfast? Cast your vote.
Whether you're a Don Draper-type craving an Old Fashioned, some dude in need of a White Russian or all dolled up and ready for a Cosmopolitan, where in San Anselmo or Fairfax do you go for your cocktail fix?
From treadmill running to iron pumping to Latin dancing, what's the best place to break a sweat in San Anselmo or Fairfax? Cast your vote!
Marin is one of the wealthiest counties in California. But who doesn't love a good deal? Cast your vote for the best local consignment or thrift shop.
San Anselmo and Fairfax has several places to get freshly cut flowers. But which one is the best? Cast your vote!
We know Marinites like to eat healthy. What's the best place to stock up on gourmet edibles?
Debbie Stutsman shares her weekend traditions with Patch.
There were 72 pups in the running for the cutest dog in San Anselmo and Fairfax, and the readers have spoken.
Three Ross Valley women are working to raise money to recreate the college fund of three Larkspur girls that was spent on medical expenses for their mother, who died of complications from breast cancer.
Three Ross Valley women are working to raise money to recreate the college fund of three Larkspur girls that was spent on medical expenses for their mother, who died of complications from breast cancer.
San Anselmo boutique owner says the new Goodwill nonprofit shop is confusing shoppers with its female archetypes.
