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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 4:45 PM · 1 min read
One morning this summer, a 9-year-old girl from El Salvador picked through colorful markers at a Houston-area shelter for migrant children and crafted a letter to her mom. “I want to be with you already,” the little girl, M.R., wrote…
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