Julie Witthoeft

Age: 30
Number of years reporting: Eight
Education: Bachelor’s degree in 2000 from the University of Michigan majoring in both communications and French
Beat: Online editor dabbling in all areas of reporting
Professional, civic organizations you are a member of? A member of Charlevoix County’s Kappa Sigma Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi
Interests? Parenting (check out northernmoms.com), camping, beaching it, the super fabulous TV show Lost and my friends and family
Why do you love your job? Being on the front lines of the virtual newsroom has transformed my traditional concept of information. The continuous flow of news and ideas keeps me on my toes and that’s right where I like to be.
What makes Northern Michigan a great place to live? It’s natural resources are unmatched and the pace make it well-suited to raising a family.