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Health reporter for AL Reflector | JSU alumna | Former @ChanticleerJSU News Editor | Former AL Daily News Intern

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Montgomery, Alabama
Reporter at Alabama Reflector
Former Intern at Alabama Daily News
Former News Editor at The Chanticleer

Anna Barrett’s Journalist Portfolio

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JSU Athletic Director announces USC money game for 2023 football season

JSU Athletic Director announces USC money game for 2023 football season

Greg Seitz, JSU's Athletic Director, told the Board of Trustees on Monday that the school has a verbal agreem…

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Student workers' minimum wage raised at trustees meeting

Student workers' minimum wage raised at trustees meeting

FORT PAYNE - JSU Board of Trustees voted to raise student employee minimum wage to $8.25 at the quarterly mee…

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JSU student struck in crosswalk by car on campus

JSU student struck in crosswalk by car on campus

A JSU student was struck and injured by a vehicle in the northbound lane of Alabama Highway 21 in front of Br…

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JSU punter Jack Dawson to play at opening game this Saturday amid sexual assault allegations

JSU punter Jack Dawson to play at opening game this Saturday amid sexual assault allegations

Jacksonville State punter Jack Dawson is set to play at the Gamecocks' season opener in Montgomery this Satur…

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Following your dreams is not always as easy as it seems, learn that from this Jacksonville small ...

Following your dreams is not always as easy as it seems, learn that from this Jacksonville small ...

When COVID-19 hit the United States, many small businesses were forced to close; however, Edward's Nail Loung…

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JSU punter Jack Dawson files counterclaim against former Troy teammate denying all allegations

JSU punter Jack Dawson files counterclaim against former Troy teammate denying all allegations

Jacksonville State punter Jack Dawson filed a counterclaim against former Troy teammate John Haynes in Septem…

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State audit finds ‘sense of secrecy’ at Alabama Department of Corrections Original

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By Anna Barrett Verified
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Key Points: A specially-conducted independent audit of the Alabama Department of Corrections found multiple issues at its central office and one men’s prison in Montgomery County. A state senator that created the pilot program for the audit hopes to work with other legislators and Gov.-elect Tommy Tuberville to change the culture of the department from the top-down.
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Blue Huntsville: Democrats see major gains in Rocket City after years of effort Original

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By Anna Barrett Verified
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Key Points: Alabama Democrats flipped four Legislative seats on Tuesday, three of which were in Madison County where the party was focusing its efforts. The Madison County delegation has a constantly changing constituency due to Huntsville’s industry, which leads to many “independent thinkers” and will likely require the Republican delegation to remain moderate. Madison County’s shift towards Democrats may be more permanent than the rest of the state’s shift due to Democratic holds.
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Alabama Democrats flip four legislative seats in 2026 midterms Original

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Alabama Democrats flipped four legislative seats in Tuesday’s midterm elections, while a Senate race in northeast Alabama between a conservative independent and a Republican incumbent was too close to call on Wednesday. Although Republicans maintain control of all constitutional offices and a supermajority in both chambers, the flips came amid a major shift toward the Democratic Party.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

I was the News Editor at my college's student news outlet.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

No! I have always wanted to.

How is social media changing news?

Social media is allowing news outlets to publish quick updates rather than whole stories.

Awards

College Media Association's Pinnacle Award

2023 - Best in Breaking News Coverage

This category recognizes excellence in digital coverage throughout a 72-hour period of a breaking-news event or development. Judging will be based upon evidence of exceptional journalism under deadline pressure, clear presentation through user interface, interactivity, use of social tools and creative use of the medium. An entry will consist of a single piece, series or package on the same event or development.

Jacksonville State University John C. Turner Award

2024 - Student Journalism

The overall discipline award for Jacksonville State University's Department of Communication. It is given to one student every year.