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Bio: I am a news nut who graduated with a journalism degree from DePaul University in 2009. I have been infatuated by the media industry since I picked up an issue of the Minneapolis Star Tribune at age 9 and started reading the weather page. Later, it was the sports section and, eventually, the front. I never wanted to be anything other than a news editor. 

I have worked at the Chicago Tribune, The Chicago Reporter, the U.S. Olympic Committee press office, and the Chicago Cubs publications department. 

My favorite music is by Paul Simon and my favorite movie is The Big Lebowski. I also love playing and watching any sport—just try me.

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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills|News|

Manley on Wahl Resignation: 'Unexpected Change' Brings Opportunity

District 86 Board President Claudia Manley said a letter to media via email Wednesday night that the focus now should be "to selectively build an executive staff to propel this district on a new journey forward."

Manley on Wahl Resignation: 'Unexpected Change' Brings Opportunity
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills|News|

Plan For 2 New Burr Ridge Hotels Nixed

The Burr Ridge Plan Commission recommended unanimously Monday that a special-use permit for the development of two five-story hotels on South Frontage Road not be granted.

Plan For 2 New Burr Ridge Hotels Nixed
Burr Ridge, IL|News|

Plan For 2 New Burr Ridge Hotels Nixed

The Burr Ridge Plan Commission recommended unanimously Monday that a special-use permit for the development of two five-story hotels on South Frontage Road not be granted.

Plan For 2 New Burr Ridge Hotels Nixed
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills|News|

NASA Predicts Spectacular Meteor Shower Next Week

New research by NASA has identified the Perseid meteor shower, which peaks on Aug. 12 and 13 and promises to produce more fireballs than any other.

NASA Predicts Spectacular Meteor Shower Next Week
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills|News|

Back to School: Hinsdale Central Summer Reading List

For those Hinsdale Central students who haven't been spending their summer reading, here's a quick reminder on what you need to have read by the start of school.

Back to School: Hinsdale Central Summer Reading List
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills|News|

New Hinsdale Village Manager Hired

Kathleen Gargano, currently an assistant village manager in Wilmette, has accepted an offer from the board of trustees and will become Hinsdale's first female village manager.

New Hinsdale Village Manager Hired
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills|News|

Grant Square Restaurant Closes

Village of Hinsdale economic development director Tim Scott confirmed the closing Tuesday.

Grant Square Restaurant Closes