where it all started…
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it all
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my journey into tv news
After graduating from Loyola Marymount University in 2014, I entered the world of TV News. I moved sight unseen to South Dakota from Los Angeles. If that isn’t crazy enough, I was on the road to my new life in less than a week! Since then, I have worked in three TV news markets. Rapid City, South Dakota to Medford, Oregon, and now I am in the beautiful Tri-Cities of Washington.
Awards
In November of 2018, I won the Tri-Cities Dancing with the Stars competition.
Recognitions
I placed 2nd and 3rd for “Best Anchor of the Year” in the Tri-Cities in 2019 and 2020, respectively.
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Throwback circa 2010. Time flies. Enjoy it. #throwback #blackandwhite #horseriding
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Welcoming this beauty to the Tri-Cities! @maggielaughlin_6 #tvnews #thatnewslife @thatnewslife
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Two years ago we had a real celebrity in the Tri! Time flies! #postmalone #throwbackthursday #washingtonstate
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Who has a better smile? 🙈😻
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Can’t believe we’ve almost hit 10K on YouTube! Really grateful for all the support. 🚀⭐️⛓#starlink #elonmusk #youtube #followyourdreams
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Checked off Mailbox Peak 📫 ⛰
Been eyeing this one for a while. Solo summits feel like a form of meditation #washingtonstate #mailboxpeak #mountaingoat #hiking #happiness -
Take me back! #fangirl #spacex #elonmusk
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Excited to share my new YouTube video… and no it’s not about 🐍 on a ✈️ #starlink #youtube #werk
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Outside> Inside
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Do what makes YOU happy. #smile #behappy
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An epic weekend with a scary twist. I debated posting about this but I think this could be a good opportunity to educate some.
I’ve had my eye set on climbing Monkey Face for about four years, even before I was actually an experience climber. Over the years I’ve done a lot of indoor, some outdoor, but never a climb as daunting and mentally challenging as this multi pitch (also my first multi pitch).
I will admit I underestimated how intimidating this climb is, and coupled with extremely gusty winds on Saturday, it felt like a Herculean effort to even move my feet.
The wind completely pummeled us the entire climb, but the worse part for me happened on the descent.
To get down from Monkey Face, you must rappel about 140’. First you tip toe your way down the lip of the face, and then you break contact from the wall, free hanging in a rappel.
Unfortunately within moments, a large chunk of my hair was sucked into the belay device. So much that the only way to free myself was to rip out several chunks of my hair.
As I sat there ripping my hair with one hand while keeping the other down on hellthe break strand, I started to panic. Even after I’d freed my head, which the device was almost cinched completely to my scalp, I was still stuck with the device jammed. Eventually I was able to rip out enough hair to inch worm my way down.
It was one of the hardest moments of my life in these 29 years and although logically I knew there wasn’t a true risk of dying in that moment, being stuck above the ground for that long really made life flash before my eyes.
I am sharing this because social media is so often the “best” highlights of whatever activity it is you are doing, and many people see a smile and assume everything is picture perfect. I want to caution women especially, or even men with long hair, PLEASE tie your hair before you climb.
I have a profound respect for Mother Nature and she is as graceful as she is dangerous. I knew it would be a memorable climb, just not for the reasons I’d hoped for. Thanks for taking the time to read this. 🌺🧗♀️#rockclimbing #smithrock #besafe -
I’m a Starlink girl, in a 🌟⛓🌎 #starlink #spacex #youtuber
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Love #washingtonstate
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One of my favorite hikes 🌸 #colchucklake #leavenworth #washingtonstate @jamiecounciltv
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Comfort will ruin your life 🧗♀️
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Being a tourist where I grew up #hollywood #hiking #tourist #californiadreaming
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Where’s Waldo? #takemeback #arizona
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You hear it all the time, fitness is a lifestyle. But it’s so true! Incorporating daily movement and strength training is one of the best things I’ve done for my life. It can be hard to find motivation at first, but once you find your groove you’ll notice you feel better, you get stronger, and you have more energy. I started prioritizing being healthy after finding myself in a rut a few years ago … I was at a stressful job and had gained about 20 lbs, not the freshman 15, but the oh sh!t, the real world is stressful 20… I decided to make a change and treat my body better. What so your favorite way to move? #bodypositivity #bodybuilding #fitness #dailymotivation
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Life imitates art 🖼 #wonderspaces #gramworthy #phoenix
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I stand for LOVE… literally #scottsdale #arizona #lovewins
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Good way to break in the new nikes #sedona #arizona #hikingadventures #cathedralrock
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So grateful to have such a wonderful friend by my side while I competed at Emerald Cup. Also very happy to take home 4th place out of 9 very competitive athletes! This sport teaches you so much about yourself. #bodybuilding #npcbikini #emeraldcup #postshowtreats #discipline
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#neature 🌿🌸🌻
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So, so thankful for over 4K subscribers. Also, super excited to see if the NASA SpaceX Crew-2 launch this Friday will provide a twilight phenomenon light show! 🚀 #youtube #spacex #nasa
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Ask me about #starlink
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Don’t be afraid to dream. Don’t be afraid to follow those dreams, either. Sometimes we assume it’s impossible, when we are the only one standing in our own way. If you want to make a change, if you want to become the person you have always dreamt of being, the time is now. You are in control and you are absolutely capable of it. Live for today, and go for it.🌟💫⭐️
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Bro, I’m embarrassed for you #catsofinstagram
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It’s always you vs. you. #rockclimbing
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When you decide to design your own shirt for fun #starlink #spacex #stargirl #space #creative #beyou
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I guess a good birthday gift is hitting over 3,000 subscribers on my YouTube. Grateful for people supporting me. Thank you! 🥳💜🎉#youtube #birthday #thankful #grateful
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Thanks to @calebbt for helping me update a headshot. 📷
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I recently got to chat with the Director of Technology for Wise County Public Schools in VA, they recently signed up to be part of @spacex @starlink_satellites beta testing and its giving education access for kids who had little to no internet. Link in bio if you want to learn more about this emerging and transformative tech! #starlink #satellites #starlinksatellite #elonmusk #spacex
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This is why you can’t wear green as a weather person lol #tvnewsreporter #tvnews #weatherreport
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Sunday’s are for playing with Starlink 🌍⭐️ 🚀
Seriously though, Starlink is so cool. SpaceX continues to rollout more satellite launches, and the beta is getting better. This is a game changer for folks in rural areas and also a great tool during a natural disaster to have internet access.
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I am lucky to be alive. On this day, five years ago, I was kicked in the head by a horse. I was at a trick riding clinic and obviously it went south. I am very grateful the injury was simply cosmetic. It was a very scary time and I feared long term consequences but it really helped teach me a lesson, mainly to wear a helmet when I ride! It’s hard to believe it’s been five years, but I am continually grateful I didn’t have a much worse outcome.
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Kevin and I want to wish you a Happy and safe Friday
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TIL: My cat is turning into a raccoon based on his weight. #meow #bigboy #ohlawdhecomin #cardiotime
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I can’t be the only one that … prefers…. mismatched socks? 🧦🤪 #businesscasual
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Ten year challenge? I happened to find this photo from exactly ten years ago. Oh, how I wish I could tell my 19-year-old self the things I know today.
1) Don’t doubt yourself. You can achieve whatever you believe.
2) Don’t allow anyone to make you feel small.
3) You are so much more than your looks.
4) Try new things and talk to new people, you never know where the journey will take you.
5) Dream bigger than your fear.
6) Trust that gut instinct, it’s there for a reason.
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Hello, February! #newmonthnewgoals #bigsmiles #happyvibes #newswoman
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#tbt a year ago at #dirtfish when I learned to drive stick just for this awesome day. @dirtfishrally 🏎🏎🏎
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That #finallyfriday feeling 😍
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If you love what you do, are you really working? #tvnews #newsanchor #tricities #washingtonstate @thatnewslife
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Excited to share my interview with @officialfredlewis 🥳 we talk about Gold Rush, finding inner strength, and following your own path, even if it’s not clear where it leads you. 🧭 #goldrush #interview #youtuber #discovery
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Spread sunshine 💛☀️
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Happy Monday! @🤍☃️🎆 #lovewhatyoudo #tvnews
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2020, we MUSTACHE you to go now ✌️🥸
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Take me back to Idaho 📍❄️☃️ #trailcreekhotsprings #Idaho #adventure #nature #outdoors #hotsprings
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My sweet Grandma. It is absolutely devastating to lose you on Christmas. My grandma is a sharp, witty, kind exceptional soul. Eleanore had a life filled with love for 103 years. We will forever remember you and make you proud. Don’t take life for granted, don’t be afraid to say I love you. Until we meet again. 🤍😢
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Bogus was bomb #ski #skiseason #tistheseason @bogusbasin
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📍Trail Creek Hot Springs, ID ☃️❄️⭐️#hotsprings #idaho
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FrEaK aLLeY #getfreaky #boise
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New video with my good friend Jay, aka Perd Hapley! You would hardly recognize him in 2020, he lost almost 100 pounds! Interview link in bio. #parksandrec #parksandrecreation #perdhapley #perd #yaheardwithperd #perdple #weightloss #beforeandafter #weightlosstransformation
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Zoom face 🤍
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If you can this year, consider donating to your local Toys for Tots organization! The need this year is greater than ever!! #toysfortots #tistheseason #tvnews
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Happy Thanksgiving 🍽🦃🍁 #thanksgiving #pie
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Pretending we’re on an old B&W TV 📺 Show. What would ours be called? @wxguymike #tvnews #studiolife
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Just getting the boys some fresh air 🍂🍁🌳
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Just waiting on a vaccine… 💉
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November is National Adoption Month. I am proud to say I am adopted. My brave birth mother knew she couldn’t provide the best life for her baby. She chose to give me to parents who so desperately prayed for a baby. Parents who I’m absolutely thrilled to have. Throughout my life, people tend to approach my adoption as if it’s a touchy subject. I want people to know adoption can absolutely be a beautiful thing! #adoption #nationaladoptionmonth #love #november
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Mike always has the best suits for the holidays 🎃🍁👏
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Officially #bootseason #fall #tvnews
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Everyone needs a Joey in their life 🐴 ✨ #miniaturehorse
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No filter needed. #exploreoregon #naturebathing #trail #mounttalbertnaturepark #oregon #getoutside #wandering
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Meeting baby Henry #priceless
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Thx4thememories #yakima #climbing @highsteppeclimbing
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When life gives you apples…? 🍎 #yakima
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🎃 🍁 🍂
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Stoked to see these amazing women! #climbing
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Rarely do I see the sunrise. I’m a night owl for my job, but I couldn’t sleep. Instead of being annoyed, I got up and was gifted with this beautiful sunrise from the universe. Dark is followed by light. We will get through this year! 💕
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Who did it better 🤪#Spokane
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Meeting these kids at my story was the absolute highlight of my day… And I even made a basket! 🏀
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#Spokane #sunset
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Just reminiscing on meeting these kangaroos. Curious about where this was? Check out my YouTube video, link in bio. #wallaby #kangaroo #cute #washingtonstate
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on a 🚤⚓️
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Kangaroos in the PNW!? #kangaroo #kisses #pnw 😘🦘
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Ice cream & views
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Kinda wanna go back to #Boise
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Biking through the Tetons ✅
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#grandprismaticspring
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#boise or bust 🎨
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Worn out these shoes #yellowstonenationalpark
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NEATure ☀️🦌🌿
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This AirBnB was so cool! #crystalpeaklookout 🌲🌳🍃
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That feeling when you’re about to walk into the weekend 😎
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#blackouttuesday 🖤
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Some fresh air #rockclimbing #crackclimbing #outdoors #washingtonstate
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It’s feeling more and more like summer #smile 🌟❤️☀️
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The mosquitoes did not stay 6 feet away #kayaking #socialdistancing
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Cheers to 28 and working to build crazy quads. Thankful for such an amazing birthday gift 🥳❤️ #cycling #workout #fitness #specializedbikes #birthday
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In these trying times, it’s nice to get some fresh mountain air 💙
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The older I get, the more I appreciate my parents 🧸🤎#love
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Summer’s not that far off, right? #sunshine #thegorge #concertlife #shoulderrides
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Waltzing into Wednesday #waltz #ballroomdance
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GRATITUDE IN 2020: I’m making it a mission this year to practice more daily gratitude! Research shows practicing gratitude regularly may actually help train your brain to be more sensitive to the experience and improve your mental health. So I challenge you, what are you grateful for today?
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MY
ACTIVITIES
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE
When I am not anchoring the news, or creating content for my Youtube, I am most likely doing something active! I love to rock climb, ride my road bike, lift weights at the gym, and hike. I also enjoy horseback riding and yoga.
ROCK CLIMBING
HIKING
BIKING
LIFTING
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Many of you have probably seen my Youtube channel. I cover Starlink related news. Starlink is SpaceX’s low-earth-orbit satellite constellation, which aims to provide internet connectivity to those in rural and underserved areas around the globe
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