Erin Hartness

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• Duke, UNC cancer centers to cooperate, not compete
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• Fliers fly in health care reform debate
• Recession puts more pressure on mothers
• Durham eyes limits on historic tax breaks in down economy

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Professional Experience:
2007 to present: reporter, WRAL-TV; 2002 to 2007: reporter, WYFF-TV, Greenville, S.C.; Jan. 2002 to Oct. 2002: anchor, WDUN-FM, Gainesville, Ga.; 2000 to 2002: reporter, KSPR-TV, Springfield, Mo.; 1997 to 1999: reporter, KOMU-TV, Columbia, Mo.

Awards & Recognition:
Two Southeast Regional Emmy for Spot News Story (tied with self), 2007, National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences; Southeast Regional Emmy for General Assignment Story, 2004, National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences; various other Associated Press, South Carolina Broadcasters Association and RTNDAC awards.

News Philosophy:
To educate viewers about their community in the most meaningful and accurate way possible.

Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, 1999, University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo.

Birthplace:
Gainesville, Ga.

Hobbies, Interests & Community Involvement:
Running, reading and hiking

Family:
Erin lives in Durham with her husband Drew . They are the proud parents of Abbey-the-Boxer.

Favorite Books & Movies:
I read almost anything I can get my hands on. I love both fiction and nonfiction, especially "The World is Flat" and "Blink." My favorite drama is "Life is Beautiful." My favorite comedy is "My Big Fat Greek Wedding."

Favorite Web Site:
WRAL.com, Cooks.com

Likes Best About North Carolina:
The unique local cultures, the coast and the mountains.

Most Memorable Assignment:
A profile on Ben Comen. He was a cross-country runner for T.L. Hanna High School in Anderson, S.C. He has cerebral palsy. It was simply amazing to watch his determination to cross the finish line. Ben is now attending college in South Carolina.

More About Erin:
Erin covers Durham, Orange, Chatham, and Person counties. If you have a story idea or concern she would love to hear from you.