In 1992, I left Mount Pleasant, Michigan to accept a position at WCBE-FM in Columbus, Ohio. I served as a News Producer for 3 years at the public radio station, which is licensed to the Columbus Board of Education.
I returned to my hometown in 1996, accepting the position of News Director at Hawes-Saunders Broadcast Properties, Inc. in Dayton. After four years, I was appointed Director of Community & Public Affairs. In the spring of 2001, I became a General Assignment Reporter for WHIO-TV. In December 2006, I was proud to be named co-anchor of News Center 7 at 11 p.m.
I have served in various capacities on many boards and committees including the United Negro College Fund/Wilberforce University Joint Campaign; the Aids Foundation, Children Medical Center's Special Needs Blood Drive advisory board, and the Public Radio News Directors Association. I am a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church.
My hobbies include reading, singing, and traveling. I have twin daughters: Jade and Jewel.
Q & A
Where were you born? Dayton
Where did you grow up? Dayton and Springfield
What was your favorite TV show then? The Brady Bunch
What was the first thing you ever wanted to be? News Anchor
How might someone have described you in high school? Social Organizer
What was your first job? Waitress at Four's Company, a locally owned sub shop
What was your first job in television? Reporter - WHIO-TV
What do you like about your job? The variety of news covered, and the ability to meet people from all walks of life.
What do you not like about your job? Talking to people who have been struck by tragedy.
What might people be surprised to know about you? I have twins
What is the hardest thing you ever did? Held my mom as she went to heaven.
What would be a perfect day for you? Quiet day at the beach with a good book.
What advice would you have for someone wanting to go into the business? Learn the art of persuasion and conversation. Perfect the ability to creatively write in a clear and concise manner, and articulate, enunciate, and appreciate the opportunity.
If you could only keep one 5-minute tape from your career what would be on it? A mix of reports on breaking news like shootings and fires, weather coverage during a winter storm, one-on-one interview with a political figure, a montage of anchoring, and several public service announcements for community groups.
Favorites
Favorite book: Quiet Strength by Tony Dungy
Favorite CBS show: Two And A Half Men
Favorite dream car: Lexus Luxury Utility LX edition
Favorite food: Seafood, pasta
Favorite hobby: Reading
Favorite Miami Valley place: RiverScape
Favorite movie: The Wiz
Favorite music: R & B, Gospel
Favorite travel destination: Jamaica