Community AP News in Brief at 12:04 a.m. EST Marisol Kim Marisol Kim
Senior Reporter · Locust Grove, GA
Marisol Kim has been a storyteller for over a decade, previously working at NPR’s Atlanta affiliate. A graduate of Emory University with a degree in Journalism, Marisol has a knack for uncovering the heart of McDonough through the voices of its residents. She is deeply invested in community engagement and local events.
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