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Meet Our Talented News Team...

Jim Johnson is the managing editor for the Star-Observer with more than 40 years of experience as a reporter, photographer and editor.

Sam Fristed joined the Star-Observer staff after graduating from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls with a journalism degree degree. He covers the city of River Falls.

Hannah Coyle grew up in the area and returned after graduating from DePaul University with a journalism degree. She covers the city of Hudson for the Star-Observer.

Tom Lindfors is a veteran correspondent with the Star-Observer and an award-winning photographer. He covers the city of New Richmond.

Bob Burrows has been with the Star-Observer for more than 20 years. He is the sports editor and lives in River Falls.

Cindy Duffee is a page designer for the Star-Observer and Republican Eagle She lives in Hudson.

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