Christy Lewis

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Name: Christy Lewis
Date registered: July 20, 2012
URL: http://www.kdrv.com

Biography

Christy Lewis joined the Newswatch 12 team in May of 2012. You can catch her anchoring Newswatch 12 on weekends and reporting on weekdays. Christy was born and raised in a small town in Missouri. She earned her Bachelor of Journalism degree at the nation's first journalism school in Columbia, Mo. During her time at the University of Missouri School of Journalism, Christy worked at KOMU-TV, the local NBC affiliate doing almost everything. She was a reporter, editor, producer and fill-in anchor. She also served as a writer and anchor for the award-winning news app, Newsy. During school, she also contributed to The Huffington Post as a news anchor. She interned at CBS News in New York City assisting correspondents with video shooting and researching. Christy is very thankful to work as a reporter and anchor. She loves meeting new people, hearing their stories, and sharing them with others. If you have a story idea, feel free to send Christy an email at christylewis@kdrv.com.

Latest posts

  1. Cops and Rodders Draws Crowd — May 19, 2013
  2. Family Reunited After Kidnapping — May 18, 2013
  3. Police Arrest Assault Suspect — May 18, 2013
  4. Talent Students Learn About Japan — May 17, 2013
  5. New Online Tax Credit in Jackson County — May 16, 2013

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Movie Company Files Copyright Complaint

MEDFORD, Ore. — According to the US District Court Oregon Division, Voltage Pictures, LLC alleges 34 local residents illegally downloaded and distributed a movie called “Maximum Conviction.” According to the complaint, the 34 defendants are from Medford, Central Point, Talent, Klamath Falls and Shady Cove, among other Southern Oregon communities. “Maximum Conviction” stars Steven Seagal … Continue reading »

24th Annual Youth Tree Plant

GRANTS PASS, Ore. — A thousand Southern Oregon students planted trees Friday as part of the 24th Annual Youth Tree Plant. Each student planted five trees on Josephine County Forestry Land adding 5,000 Douglas Firs to that area. Ross Roe has been organizing this event for nearly 25 years and says in all more than … Continue reading »

Local School Praised For Anti-Bullying

MEDFORD, Ore. — Medford students are using new techniques to prevent bullying and those techniques are getting the school recognized. Washington Elementary is considered an “exemplary school” for how its staff members implement anti-bullying strategies. Paul Messenger is the school’s Positive Behavior Coach. He works with students every day teaching what he calls “recess school.” … Continue reading »

Gas Prices Still Soaring

MEDFORD, Ore. — Analysts are concerned the national average price for a gallon of gas could reach $5.00. Prices nationwide have been soaring for more than 30 consecutive days now and expert say they’ll continue to rise. Experts say it’s a rare occurrence  but right now, Oregon is actually below the national average, but that’s not … Continue reading »

272 Children Excluded For Immunization

MEDFORD, Ore. — The immunization rush has settled at the Jackson County Public Health Department. 272 public and private school kids were not allowed to come to school because they didn’t have all the required shots. Each year, school officials tell parents if their child doesn’t have all the shots they need. School notifications tell … Continue reading »

Zwickelmania Draws Beer Enthusiasts

MEDFORD, Ore. — On Saturday, beer enthusiasts crowded local brewing companies to sample new brews and learn how beer is made in the Rogue Valley. The event is all part of the statewide event called Zwickelmania. Brewing companies from all over Oregon offer demonstrations, samples, classes and exclusive new beer releases. The participating companies are … Continue reading »

Proposed Bill Could Affect Dog Owners

MEDFORD, Ore. — A new bill could change chain laws in Oregon for pet owners. Right now police want you to keep your dog confined to your property, but a new house bill being discussed in Salem could impact the way you keep your dog from running loose. House Bill 27-83 is designed to stop … Continue reading »

Teens May Need Doctor Note to Tan

MEDFORD, Ore. — Oregon is ranked fourth in the nation for its death rate from skin cancer. Oregon health researchers say it’s because of a high use of tanning beds. A new house bill is addressing that high skin cancer death rate; it would restrict anyone younger that 18 from using tanning devices, unless the … Continue reading »

Sweet Adelines for Valentine’s Day

MEDFORD, Ore. — Instead of flowers or chocolates, one Southern Oregon group is delivering music for Valentine’s Day. The Sweet Adelines travel all around the Rogue Valley to local businesses or to individual homes to sing a tune for the holiday. They have a few songs they sing each year like “Let Me Call You … Continue reading »

Police Arrest Bank Robbery Suspect

MEDFORD, Ore. — Police confirm the man behind four robberies in a two-month period is now lodged in the Jackson County Jail. Medford Police arrested local man Christopher Wood for robbing the US Bank on North Phoenix Road and the Sterling Savings Bank on Stewart Avenue in Medford two times each. Police noticed a pattern … Continue reading »

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