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.
Do you know an area kid who is excelling on the ball field, in the dance studio or somewhere else? Affton-Shrewsbury Patch seeks nominations for our Whiz Kid column.
Lorraine Krewson worked as a Brentwood city official for 30 years before becoming an alderwoman in 2004. She died on Thursday at the age of 81.
A late-evening email on Saturday informed Mehlville families that Dr. Jim Walters won't be returning as principal of Point Elementary School. Eric Knost, superintendent of the Mehlville School District, alerted parents to the news at 8 p.m.
A late-evening email on Saturday informed Mehlville families that Dr. Jim Walters won't be returning as principal of Point Elementary School. The nature of Walters' departure is unclear.
No injuries or property damage were reported after the small explosion on Monday morning.
No injuries or property damage were reported after the small explosion on Monday morning.
Help us honor Teacher Appreciation Day by telling us why your teacher is the best you've ever had!
Live music, free sketches and a visit from one of Marvel's main writers are all planned at Star Clipper this weekend.
On May 5, visitors to the Fantasy Shop in Maplewood can receive free comics and meet new and veteran fans of the hobby.
On May 5, visitors to the Fantasy Shop can receive free comics and get their pictures taken with Batgirl or Supergirl.
On May 5, visitors to the Fantasy Shop off of Lindbergh Boulevard can receive free comics and purchase back issues at a discounted rate. Your local St. Louis County Library branch will have free comic books to give away too.
On May 5, visit your local St. Louis County Library branch and pick up one free comic book while supplies last.
On May 5, visit your local St. Louis County Library branch and pick up one free comic book while supplies last.
The Slackers store in Hazelwood will celebrate the industry holiday with free comics, discounted items and other giveaways.
On May 5, visit the Eureka Hills Branch of the St. Louis County Library and pick up one free comic book while supplies last.
On May 5, pick up free comic books while supplies last.
On May 5, visit your local St. Louis County Library branch and pick up one free comic book while supplies last.
On May 5, visit your local St. Louis County Library branch and pick up one free comic book while supplies last.
On May 5, visit your local St. Louis County Library branch and pick up one free comic book while supplies last.
The blaze began shortly before noon Monday on Butler Hill Road.
