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.
The Fairfax Police Log for July 5-9 includes a threatening neighbor, teens throwing water balloons and a caller counseled on the proper use of 911.
The San Anselmo Police Log for July 1-8 includes a vehicle vs. bicycle collision and an arrest for trespassing after a street fight.
What would you ask your council member? Why should the town limit chain stores downtown?
Some of the more popular reads on Patch July 1-8.
Four pairs of pantyhose were found on the body of Roxene Roggasch on the eastern slope of White's Hill near Fairfax on Jan. 11, 1977, prosecutors say.
Pam Hartwell-Herrero recently shared her weekend traditions with Patch.
Fairfax photography students capture the spirit of the summer with stills of local merchants, people and nature. Today's gallery, the final of the season, is by Celeste Wilkinson.
FEMA draft flood maps will create property expansion limits and change flood insurance requirements and rates. We have information to help you read the maps and figure out how your property is impacted.
Officers are investigating a high-speed crash and shooting that occurred early this morning on the lower deck of the Bay Bridge.
Add your photos from the annual Sleepy Hollow Fourth of July Parade to our album.
FEMA draft flood maps will create property expansion limits and change flood insurance requirements and rates. We have information to help you read the maps and figure out how your property is impacted.
A man started a brush fire in the Marin Headlands Tuesday afternoon. Fireworks are illegal in all of Marin. Call 911 to report the use of fireworks.
FEMA draft flood maps will create property expansion limits and change flood insurance requirements and rates. We have information to help you read the maps and figure out how your property is impacted.
What do you think? Are there other local bars that should have made the list? Tell us in comments!
Road work and construction to, respectively, cause delays on Sir Francis Drake Blvd. and Butterfield.
Fairfax photography students capture the spirit of the summer with stills of local merchants, people and nature. Today's gallery is by Kathleen Waterbury.
Celebrating the Fourth of July near home this year? Here's a guide to help you plan your festivities.
Celebrating the Fourth of July near home this year? There's a pancake breakfast in Woodacre, a run and parade in Sleepy Hollow and firework displays in Marin. Here's a guide to help you plan your festivities. San Rafael
Fairfax photography students capture the spirit of the summer with stills of local merchants, people and nature. Today's gallery is by Amelia Schopp.
Celebrating the Fourth of July near home this year? There's a pancake breakfast in Woodacre, a run and parade in Sleepy Hollow and firework displays in Marin. Here's a guide to help you plan your festivities.