Phone: 630-433-0783; Hometown: Naperville
Bio: Mary Ann Lopez grew up in Calumet City, studied Political Science at Northern Illinois University; Studied Print Journalism at the University of Colorado at Boulder, where she earned a Master's Degree. She has worked for Patch.com since 2010. Prior to Patch, Mary Ann worked in new media at the Sun Time News Group, was involved with the launch of YourHub.com in Denver, was a reporter at the Durango Herald covering a number of beats; Staff reporter at The Montrose Daily Press; Interned at The Staunton Daily News Leader in Staunton, Va. and The Boulder Daily Camera.
Growing up in Calumet City, I was was the youngest of four children and the only girl. During my formative years, I suffered many bumps, bruises and nuggies at the hands of three older brothers, which may have toughened me up for a career in journalism.
I lived in Cal City most of my life until relocating to Boulder, Colo. for graduate school. Once in Colorado, I spent eight years studying and working before returning to the Chicago area. I have a bachelor's degree in political science from Northern Illinois University and a master's degree in print journalism from the University of Colorado at Boulder. I interned at The Boulder Daily Camera and The Daily News Leader in Staunton, Va., and I'm a Chips Quinn Scholar.
A journalist for more than 10 years, I started working at small-town papers, including The Durango Herald, in Durango, Colo., where I covered a variety of beats including agriculture, education and business. During my time as a journalist, I've won many awards, including six awards in one year.
In 2005, I moved to online journalism, first for YourHub.com and later the Sun-Times News Group. I began my career with Patch.com one of two Naperville local editors, then I moved on to be the Glen Ellyn local editor. Now, I am the DuPage County business editor, writing about real estate, small business and other business interests.
In my free time, I practice and teach yoga, run, and spend time at the dog park with my Australian shepherd rescue, Sadie. I love the outdoors, love to ski, camp and hike. I may take on another triathlon.
If you see me in a local coffee shop, stop and say hello.
BP released a list of stations that received gasoline known to cause problems in vehicles. Three stations in Glen Ellyn received the off-specification fuel.
Gas prices are expected to rise as much as 10 cents per gallon or more in the next week as refineries affected by Isaac were taken offline along the Gulf Coast.
BP released a list of stations that received gasoline known to cause problems in vehicles. Three stations in Glen Ellyn received the off-specification fuel.
Carrie Gowans and Jori Appleberry help families with children with cancer or chronic illnesses enjoy a free photo shoot with the nonprofit Flashes of Hope.
Glen Ellyn Patch welcomes letters to the editor. Letters may be submitted to Local Editor Mary Ann Lopez at maryl@patch.com.
Opposition from village officials and residents led the owner of the Tap House Grill to withdraw his request for a special events liquor license. Some community members were concerned the tailgating events would unintentionally promote underage drinking.
More cases of West Nile virus are expected to be confirmed as additional reports have been received, officials say.
College of DuPage officials have announced plans to deal with approximately $2.1 million of past-due tuition and fees that are the result of financial aid fraud.
Gas prices could go up 10 cents in the next week because refineries were taken offline as Isaac threatens the Gulf Coast.
AAA officials have said that Tropical Storm Isaac -- soon expected to become Hurricane Isaac -- may cause gas prices to rise around the nation as oil refineries in Louisiana and Florida are taken offline.
Gas prices could go up 10 cents in the next week because refineries were taken offline as Isaac threatens the Gulf Coast.
Gas prices could go up 10 cents in the next week because refineries were taken offline as Isaac threatens the Gulf Coast.
A ribbon cutting will be held at 7 p.m. Friday night at Glenbard South.
Cassie Nevitt teaches Pilates and offers her clients other ways to improve their lives.
More than 80 percent of safety seats in Illinois are installed incorrectly, according to the Illinois Tollway. An event Thursday will check seats and also provide families with special ID cards for children.
Glen Ellyn Patch welcomes letters to the editor. Send letters to Local Editor Mary Ann Lopez at maryl@patch.com.
Every week Glen Ellyn Patch will share information about adoptable pets waiting for homes at local animal shelters.
Glenbard West comes away with a 28-7 victory over fellow Class 7A state power Wheaton Warrenville South.
Anyone attempting to lure older children traveling to or from school could be charged with a felony under new legislation.
David Larson has been at the helm at Glenbard District 87 since July.
