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Ryan Martin started pursuing a career in journalism because he loves writing, but he stayed with it because he loves people. He grew up in Goreville, Ill., a town with a population of 800 people southeast of St. Louis.

After earning his associate's degree from a local community college, Ryan continued his coursework at the University of Missouri. He earned a bachelor's degree in journalism with an emphasis in converged media in May 2010. He's currently pursuing an MBA at Washington University in St. Louis.

Ryan started working for Patch in August 2010, when he began the process of launching Maplewood-Brentwood Patch, the first St. Louis-area Patch site. That site went live in October 2010.

Ryan also has experience working as a multimedia intern for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and as a city and county government reporter for the Columbia Missourian.

Ryan loves to read fantasy novels, play Ultimate Frisbee and watch sports. He lives in Maplewood with his girlfriend Gwen and their two dogs.

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Aldermen Reject Reducing Length of Terms

Less than a year after Brentwood voters approved extending aldermanic terms from two to four years, Ward 3 Alderman Andrew Leahy sought a change in term lengths.

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Brentwood Hires Another Labor Attorney

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen approved an agreement to hire a second labor attorney at $285 per hour.

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Alderman Leahy Calls for Two-Year Terms

Less than a year after Brentwood voters approved the extension of aldermanic terms from two to four years, Ward 3 Alderman Andrew Leahy seeks a change.

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MRH Blue and White Night Offers Sneak Preview

Parents and fans of Maplewood Richmond Heights athletes were given a glimpse into what this season will hold during a Blue and White Night on Friday.

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Car Tires Slashed in Maplewood Industrial Court

The following information was obtained through the Missouri Sunshine Law from the Maplewood Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

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Welcome Back, MRH Students

Wednesday is the first day of the new school year.

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Alderman: "I Want to Slam My Head Through a Wall"

On Monday night, the Brentwood Board of Aldermen held its eighth closed meeting since March. Ward 1 Alderman Anthony Harper elaborates on his frustrations.

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Welcome Back, Brentwood Students

Tuesday marks the first day of the academic year for Brentwood schools.

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