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Maya Thompson
Maya Thompson
Bureau Chief · Brunswick, GA
Maya holds a Master’s in Journalism from the University of Georgia and has over 15 years of experience in local news. She previously worked for the Savannah Morning News, where she led coverage on community initiatives and grassroots movements. An avid supporter of Brunswick's cultural diversity, Maya is committed to amplifying local voices and stories.
More from Maya →Bureau Chief · Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 4:30 PM · 1 min read
Allison Mertzman was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021 and waiting for a better time to implant her embryos. But after states established "fetal personhood" laws, she stopped pursuing in vitro fertilization, worried she and her wife could be held…
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