I graduated from Ohio University with a degree in journalism and experience working at <i>The Plain Dealer </i>and <i>The Columbus Dispatch. </i>I lived in Brooklyn, N.Y., for four years, where I taught seventh-grade English and social studies through the Teach For America organization, and later, worked for Creative Artists Agency, a talent agency based in Los Angeles. I also tutored third-graders and freelanced for an education publication. I moved back to Ohio in August 2010 to be closer to my family and pursue a full-time job in journalism.
<b>Your Beliefs</b>
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<b>Politics </b>
I am liberal, but I like to hear why people have opinions different from my own. Some members of my family watch Rachel Maddow, while others tune to Fox News, so sometimes Thanksgiving can get lively.<br><br><b>Religion</b>
I am not religious, but I am interested in learning about other people's beliefs.
<b>Local Hot-Button Issues</b>
Cleveland Heights residents care deeply about what's happening in their community, especially in their schools and public libraries. Several non-profit groups such as Reaching Heights, FutureHeights, Home Repair Resource Center and the Heights Independent Business Alliance exist to protect and promote the issues that matter to residents most, including arts in the schools, housing and local business development.
Council has selected Janine Boyd to replace former member Phyllis Evans. She is expected to be sworn in at the regular council meeting Wednesday.
JDI Realty senior vice president says the company may split up the more than 9,000-square foot space into separate storefronts.
The play chronicles the rise of HIV/AIDS in New York City in the early '80s.
The Ohio Department of Education says the new method of calculating graduation rates is a more accurate measure, but Superintendent Doug Heuer said it penalizes districts for students who take longer than four years to graduate.
Cleveland Heights Police arrested the South Euclid man Sept. 18 and charged him with robbery.
Taste, Vero and SweetieFry are among the winners in the "Best of Cleveland" feature.
There are no overall ratings yet, but Cleveland Heights-University Heights parents, teachers and community members can take a look at how the district did on some of the important indicators like graduation rate and adequate yearly progress.
There are no overall ratings yet, but Shaker Heights parents, teachers and community members can take a look at how the district did on some of the important indicators like graduation rate and adequate yearly progress.
Boyd will replace councilwoman Phyllis Evans, who resigned in May.
The evening will include lectures about a Cleveland Heights winery that existed in the 1800s and Northern Ohio's wine history.
The candidates, voting information and issues that will be affecting Cleveland Heights residents.
The city signed on for another two years with Integrys Energy Services, but the price will not be available for a few weeks.
Seniors receive recognition for their high scores on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).
Senior Zoe Cook went to Brazil for three weeks through the Young Ambassadors Program.
The City of Cleveland Heights extends its free parking weekends until the end of the year.
Cleveland Heights Police are investigating his involvement in at least nine break-ins in the city.
One of many Organizing for America-Ohio offices, the "Cleveland Heights hub" celebrated its grand opening Friday.
The new rooms, called learning communities, are a preview of the CH-UH facilities master plan.
The Heights High junior collapsed on the field during the last few seconds of the game against Bedford High School. There was no physical contact when it happened.
The Cleveland Heights concert venue turns 20 today, Sept. 22. Celebrate the Grog Shop's anniversary by posting your memories and photos below.
