Karlie grew up in the woods of Starved Rock State Park. She learned to read with copies of Star and Globe magazines at her grandparents' house. Inspired, Karlie started her print career in grade school--contributing drawings and poetry to the kids' section of the local newspaper--and never stopped.
Karlie covered school events and waxed nostalgic about The Golden Girls as a high school journalist; then helmed the editing desk of her community college paper and churned out the school's press releases for two years. She graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a degree in Journalism, focusing on magazine and online coverage. Upon graduation, Karlie had contributed news stories to ChicagoTalks and the LaSalle Daily NewsTribune, and wrote a regular opinion column for The Times in Ottawa, IL. She has detailed cultural events for Flavorpill Chicago and A.V. Club Chicago. She is proud to have collaborated with fellow Columbia students on an investigative news package about the General Assembly Scholarships, which won awards from the Chicago Headline Club and Society of Professional Journalists.
Karlie joined Patch in June 2010 and helped build Lisle Patch from the ground up. She's making her first long-term leap out of state lines as the new editor for Sunset Hills-Crestwood Patch.
In her spare time, Karlie still indulges in celebrity rags. She loves music, frequenting antique and resale shops, wandering the Arboretum and spending time with her kid sister.
David Fiedler wants to draw cyclists around the country to the historic landmarks available along Highway 36, known as 'The Way of the American Genius."
Jim Eckrich accepted a job in Chesterfield, according to a report from Call newspapers.
Sunset Hills Police reports on law enforcement and criminal activity, Oct. 18-Nov. 7.
The school's social studies department hosted a watch party Tuesday evening to raise money for a student trip to the 2013 inauguration.
I was out at the polls Tuesday morning, and met several interesting residents and campaign volunteers.
A guide to election-themed goods and specials on Nov. 6 (some of them are free!). Looking for a nearby watch party? Patch has those, too.
A guide to election-themed goods and specials on Nov. 6 (some of them are free!). Looking for a nearby watch party? Patch has those, too.
Here's a look at our plans for the day, and how we want you to get involved.
Democratic incumbent Jeanne Kirkton defeated Republican Elizabeth Deal Tuesday.
Lindbergh also has off on Monday. How will you be keeping your students busy on their days off?
How will you be keeping your students busy on their days off?
Crestwood Police reports on law enforcement and criminal activity, Oct. 19-Nov. 2.
Take a look at what's on the ballot for the general election.
Monique Martin died Oct. 28 at a home in Sunset Hills. Visitation and funeral services are Friday evening.
Wayne Bales, who owned Bales Auto Sales in Fenton, died Oct. 28 at his home in Sunset Hills. Vistiation is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 4.
Check out the crime stories that got the most hits on Sunset Hills-Crestwood Patch this month--plus an update the man who claimed he was shot at Burger King.
An elderly man and woman were found shot to death in a home on Maclane Court on Sunday, according to several media reports.
Drop off up to 5 lbs. of unwanted candy to the office on Nov. 1 or 2 as part of their Halloween candy buy-back effort.
You can't say the Flyers didn't hang in there 'til the last minute. Share your photos and favorite moments of the 2012 season.
Show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by uploading photos of your and/or your family and friends supporting the cause.