Zoe Lewis is a 2025 journalism graduate from Murray State University. She has been passionate about journalism since she was a curious, young girl watching the morning news. Prior to joining Southeast Missourian, she worked at WKMS, an NPR affiliate radio station, during her college career where she has reported on government and politics, criminal justice and education. She recently received 13th place for the Hearst Journalism Awards Program in the audio competition for her work at WKMS. Lewis loves to read, watch movies and play with her dog.
Beat: Coverage of small, rural communities in Southeast Missouri.
The beat covers small, rural communities in southeast Missouri, reporting on local government, business, and cultural events, while addressing broader challenges like infrastructure, agriculture, and demographic shifts. The reporter highlights issues such as limited economic opportunities, healthcare access, and unique cultural dynamics, balancing coverage of both challenges and the efforts of those working for solutions.