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Sydney Simone

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Covers:  I cover breaking news, weather, and traffic- related stories, elections, storms, protests, the COVID-19 pandemic, trials, sports, and community-based events.
Award-Winning Journalist 🏆 Morning News Anchor @LAFirstNews | Creator + Host @collegeplayshow| @NABJ Member| Purdue 🚂 1913 | #WBB Advocate | God's plan✨

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Sydney Simone is a morning anchor and reporter at WGMB FOX 44 & WVLA NBC 33 (BRProud News) in Baton Rouge, LA. In 2019, Sydney started her broadcast career at KTAL NBC 6/ FOX 33, one of Nexstar’s affiliate stations in Shreveport-Texarkana. In 2021, Sydney took her talents to Houston, Texas where she continued her work in the field as a multimedia journalist and morning reporter for CW39. This young and creative talent covers various news topics, severe weather, feature stories, and breaking new…

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Sydney Simone Anchor / Reporter Reel 2024

Sydney Simone Anchor / Reporter Reel 2024

Sydney Simone is an outgoing and relatable journalist with the proven ability to seek, create, and tell uniqu…

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Sydney Simone Resume 2024

Sydney Simone Resume 2024

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Lone Star Flight Museum "Infamy" Exhibit

Lone Star Flight Museum "Infamy" Exhibit

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Opportunities veterans at UTI and MIAT College of Technology

Opportunities veterans at UTI and MIAT College of Technology

Veterans might face challenges when they try to move back into civilian life. However, there are several high…

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Full Lone Star Flight Museum Story

Full Lone Star Flight Museum Story

Article Link: Today was my first time using a simulator. I was "flying a plane" at the Lone Star Flight Museu…

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Veterans Voices: Baytown veteran shares the impact of serving in military

Veterans Voices: Baytown veteran shares the impact of serving in military

Web article: https://cw39.com/veterans-voices/baytown-veteran-shares-the-impact-of-serving-in-the-military/

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Curate Conference expands to New Orleans, empowers women Original

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By Sydney Simone 
| Louisiana First News
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) – A nationally recognized personal and professional development experience is coming to New Orleans this fall as Curate Conference expands its reach for 2026. The three-day event will be held at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans from Sept. 17-19. It is produced by Curate for Women Who Work and is designed to support women across industries through conversation, education, and connection.
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Standout Student: 10-year-old author shares anxiety journey in children’s book

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By Sydney Simone 
| Yahoo Life
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) – Most 10-year-olds are focused on school, sports, and spending time with friends. Willie Williams IV is doing all of that too, but he's also a published author. Through his new children's book, "Brave Hearts, Big Feelings," the honor roll student is sharing his experience with anxiety in hopes of helping other children navigate their own challenges. It all started with a simple idea.
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Juneteenth Unity Festival returns to Baton Rouge with 4 days of culture, community, and celebration Original

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By Sydney Simone 
| Louisiana First News
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Baton Rouge residents are invited to celebrate freedom, culture, and community as the Juneteenth Unity Festival returns June 18 through June 21 for four days of events designed to educate, empower, and unite. The official Juneteenth celebration of East Baton Rouge Parish will culminate with its signature festival on Saturday, June 20, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the East Baton Rouge Parish Library’s Main Branch on Goodwood Boulevard.
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