Email: Liz.Kennedy@patch.com Phone: 678-448-6599 Hometown: Columbia, SC Birthday: November 14th (yep, a Scorpio) Bio: Liz has loved news since her first job as a "paper girl" delivering newspapers (rain or shine) on her bicycle. Over the years she's grown into a creative and highly skilled broadcast media professional with more than 20 years of proven experience in news and music radio. She started out as a radio news reporter while studying at the University of South Carolina and completed her education with a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the Ohio State University.
During her tenure at CNN Radio she worked as a newsroom producer and editor and had the opportunity to interview hundreds of newsmakers including (Congressman Barney Frank, Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano, Civil Rights Activist Jesse Jackson, Michigan State Governor Jennifer Granholm, Former DNC Chairman Howard Dean). During her music radio days she met and interviewed the likes of Bono and The Edge of U2, Sting, Celine Dion, Gloria Estefan, Chris Isaak, AC/DC, Cheap Trick, Joan Jett and a few others.
Liz is the recipient of the 2005 Peabody Award on her contribution for coverage of Hurricane Katrina and its Aftermath and the 2008 Peabody Award on her contribution for coverage of the 2008 Presidential Primary Campaigns and Debates.
Liz enjoys mountain biking, gardening, group fitness classes and strength training at the gym, as well as, volunteering at her church, listening to others, music and spending time with Frankie, her Siamese cat, family and friends.
My Beliefs:
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Politics: How would you describe your political beliefs?
I vote on the issues that are important to me and if the candidate represents those beliefs then they have my support and my vote! I am a registered Republican, but I have voted on many liberal issues. Does that label me a moderate Republican?
Religion: How religious would you consider yourself?
I believe in God the Father, The Holy Spirit and Jesus Christ. I'm extremely spiritual and choose to walk in Faith everyday.
I was confirmed as an Episcopalian more than 20 years ago at St. Luke's on Hilton Head Island. Today I am a member of Mountain Lake Church and volunteer on the production team.
Local Hot-Button Issues: What do you think are the most important issues facing the community?
The economy, education, infrastructure, traffic flow on Georgia 400.
During Monday night's county commission debate the incumbents and opponents debated on hot topics, including the financial health of the county, millage rate and water contract.
Repair crews successfully burn off leaking gas from propane truck 12 hours later after it started.
A 50-year-old man and a 20-year old woman, both from Cumming, were killed in separate vehicle crashes over the weekend.
An Olympic silver medalist and a world champion swimmer make a tour stop in Cumming over the weekend.
With donations down for food banks, Walmart is trying to help fight hunger with a new initiative on Facebook. The winning community gets $1 million.
A family outing turns tragic Saturday at Lake Lanier.
Candidates for county commission expected to square off Monday in debate sponsored by the Forsyth County Tea Party.
Atlanta is one of eight cities chosen to host an exhibition with artifacts recovered from the Titanic on the 100-year anniversary of the tragic sinking of the ship.
This week we want to know who has the best restaurant patio in Cumming.
Jeff Cheney, assistant principal at South Forsyth High School, steps in as the new principal.
Several sporting events, food collection pick-up, pet adoptions, an evening of symphonic music, ballroom dancing and more in Cumming and nearby towns this weekend.
The votes are tallied in this week's Readers' Choice poll for the best place in Cumming to buy sporting goods.
Don't forget to vote for your favorite place to buy sporting goods in Cumming, and make sure you make a nomination for next week's Readers' Choice poll on the best restaurant patio.
The 15-year-old who went missing this week is safe at home.
The two-time All-Star and former Brave will interact with users by regularly responding to questions, sharing baseball tips, and posting exclusive videos.
Authorities are looking for missing 15-year-old who may be in danger.
Gas prices are ranging between $3.74 to $3.95 in Cumming this week.
A 27-year-old man has been charged with aggravated assault and two counts of cruelty to children.
Three law enforcement officials were recognized for their dedication and skill in solving multi-million dollar burglary.
In an e-mail from the Rick Santorum for President campaign Tuesday, April 10, the former candidate writes:
