Last week, Maddy McCarty scooped me on the news I am taking over The Scoop. She has moved on to a new chapter in her career and in her life, and while I miss her terribly, I’m happy for the new opportunity she’s been given.
I’m also excited for the opportunity she’s given me. You’ve seen my byline elsewhere in the paper, but The Scoop is an entirely new adventure. As someone who grew up in southern Brazoria County, sharing news of its successes and fulfilled dreams has special meaning.
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