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About Resident News Network

Meet the talented, and amazing staff behind the brand

J. Baggett

Founder

A deep-rooted entrepreneurial spirit led Jason, and wife Lesli to launch RNN in May 2015 with a focus of providing authentic local news built on trust

T. Teague

Publisher / Editor

Tammy is well known for an impeccable attention to detail throughout her many years in the news industry. If you meet her, you'll love her!

P. Barger

Photojournalist

You can't help but adore Peggy. Her love and devotion to community, kids and sports is unparalleled by any measure.

R. Fujibayashi

Sports Reporter / Photojournalist

Ross feels right at home when he's behind a camera, telling a story through photos. His talented captures hype our social media across many generations.

C. Coben

Scott County News Reporter

Cassie is a Scott County girl through and through. Her heart for community and service make her a natural fit to report the news in the community she cares so much for.

P. Hayes

Sports Reporter

Porter brings decades of passion and experience covering athletics across the region. With more than 30 years of dedication to high school sports and women’s college athletics, he holds a deep understanding of the games, the athletes, and the communities that support them.

R. Young

Sports Photojournalist

Ronni is a Charleston native, and has the heart of a small town girl and it is important to her to capture all of our student athletes and highlight them!

S. Hopkins

Lifestyle

Sheri is simply an icon in this area and our readers look forward to her weekly column.

B. Young

Logan County Reporter/Photojournalist

Brandy is invested in the Magazine School District and community. We are fortunate to have someone with her talents and passion on our team!

A.Hecox

Sports Photojournalist

Adam defines community involvement from the core of his being. You can find him in the center of anything relating to sports, and his volunteer efforts.