News Writing

News writing focused on timely reporting, clear storytelling, and editorial accuracy. These samples span news coverage across print and digital media platforms.

Lessons in Climate Preparedness, Policy, and People-First Planning

An event-driven feature covering an HR panel on extreme heat in the workplace, exploring climate preparedness, policy considerations, and people-first planning for employee safety.

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How to watch the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

A reported entertainment feature outlining what to expect from the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, including broadcast details, creative elements, and key moments viewers should know ahead of time.

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How to watch the Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony

A reported entertainment feature outlining what to expect from the Paris Olympics closing ceremony, including broadcast details, creative highlights, and how the Games will wrap up.

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A 2024 Summer Olympics guide: How to watch, who’s competing, more

A reported entertainment feature outlining how to watch the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, including broadcast schedules, streaming options, and key viewing information.

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7 women to watch in the 2018 Winter Olympics

The 2018 Winter Olympics kicks off with the opening ceremony at 6 a.m. ET on Friday live from Pyeongchang, South Korea. As excited as I am about the start of my favorite biennial event, I’ll be watching the tape-delayed re-broadcast at 8 p.m. ET on NBC with 10-15 friends. For every opening ceremony, both summer […]

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Residents question leaders about Columbia’s disability friendliness

At the first of four forums, Columbia residents with disabilities questioned Mayor Bob McDavid and City Manager Bill Watkins Thursday about the city’s accessibility and other issues. Homer Page, chairman of the Disabilities Commission, monitored the event held in the new addition to City Hall. He welcomed guests and explained the goal of the forums […]

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Boone Hospital tower to alter Columbia’s skyline, leaders say

The Boone Hospital Center celebrated the “topping off” of its new patient tower on Thursday morning, though bad weather forced the installation of the tower’s top beam a day early. The 22-foot, 600-pound beam has been displayed in the hospital lobby for the six weeks, allowing people to sign it and to express their feelings […]

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League of American Bicyclists honors Mayor Hindman with award

After years of promoting bicycling in Columbia, Mayor Darwin Hindman received national recognition for his efforts. The League of American Bicyclists presented Hindman with its Lifetime Achievement Award on March 9 at the 10th annual National Bike Summit in Washington, D.C. Read the full article at columbiamissourian.com.

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Owner of Harpo’s downtown bar sells after 39 years

After 39 years, an original owner of Harpo’s, Dennis Harper, has sold his popular downtown restaurant. Chuck Naylor and Kevin Fitzpatrick, both MU alumni, bought the Columbia eatery from Harper on March 2. Harper said he believes they will continue running the restaurant in true Harpo’s style. “It has steamrolled on,” he said. “Why slow […]

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Gas prices predicted to rise

Families planning trips for summer vacation might be shocked to pay $3 when fueling at the pump. On March 9, the U.S. Energy Information Administration released a short-term energy outlook, which included pump prices for upcoming seasons. The Administration predicted the average U.S. price for gas likely will exceed $3 per gallon at times during […]

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Lessons in Climate Preparedness, Policy, and People-First Planning

An event-driven feature covering an HR panel on extreme heat in the workplace, exploring climate preparedness, policy considerations, and people-first planning for employee safety.

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How to watch the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

A reported entertainment feature outlining what to expect from the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, including broadcast details, creative elements, and key moments viewers should know ahead of time.

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How to watch the Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony

A reported entertainment feature outlining what to expect from the Paris Olympics closing ceremony, including broadcast details, creative highlights, and how the Games will wrap up.

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A 2024 Summer Olympics guide: How to watch, who’s competing, more

A reported entertainment feature outlining how to watch the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, including broadcast schedules, streaming options, and key viewing information.

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7 women to watch in the 2018 Winter Olympics

The 2018 Winter Olympics kicks off with the opening ceremony at 6 a.m. ET on Friday live from Pyeongchang, South Korea. As excited as I am about the start of my favorite biennial event, I’ll be watching the tape-delayed re-broadcast at 8 p.m. ET on NBC with 10-15 friends. For every opening ceremony, both summer […]

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Residents question leaders about Columbia’s disability friendliness

At the first of four forums, Columbia residents with disabilities questioned Mayor Bob McDavid and City Manager Bill Watkins Thursday about the city’s accessibility and other issues. Homer Page, chairman of the Disabilities Commission, monitored the event held in the new addition to City Hall. He welcomed guests and explained the goal of the forums […]

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Boone Hospital tower to alter Columbia’s skyline, leaders say

The Boone Hospital Center celebrated the “topping off” of its new patient tower on Thursday morning, though bad weather forced the installation of the tower’s top beam a day early. The 22-foot, 600-pound beam has been displayed in the hospital lobby for the six weeks, allowing people to sign it and to express their feelings […]

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League of American Bicyclists honors Mayor Hindman with award

After years of promoting bicycling in Columbia, Mayor Darwin Hindman received national recognition for his efforts. The League of American Bicyclists presented Hindman with its Lifetime Achievement Award on March 9 at the 10th annual National Bike Summit in Washington, D.C. Read the full article at columbiamissourian.com.

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Owner of Harpo’s downtown bar sells after 39 years

After 39 years, an original owner of Harpo’s, Dennis Harper, has sold his popular downtown restaurant. Chuck Naylor and Kevin Fitzpatrick, both MU alumni, bought the Columbia eatery from Harper on March 2. Harper said he believes they will continue running the restaurant in true Harpo’s style. “It has steamrolled on,” he said. “Why slow […]

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Gas prices predicted to rise

Families planning trips for summer vacation might be shocked to pay $3 when fueling at the pump. On March 9, the U.S. Energy Information Administration released a short-term energy outlook, which included pump prices for upcoming seasons. The Administration predicted the average U.S. price for gas likely will exceed $3 per gallon at times during […]

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Dalene Rovenstine

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