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Multimedia Journalist 646b1d
Savannah, Ga. 60g4j
Mackenzie Baker

Mackenzie Baker ed WTOC in June 2024 as a Multimedia Journalist. 591d5w

Mackenzie is a proud graduate of the University of Georgia where she received her B.A. in journalism, as well as a minor in sociology and the Public Affairs Communications certificate. During her time at UGA, Mackenzie reported for WUOG's Athens Journal News and Grady Newsource. When she wasn't in the classroom or out in the Athens community reporting, Mackenzie spent most of her time performing with the UGA Redcoat Band Flagline at football games. Go Dawgs!

Mackenzie is originally from Effingham County. She attended Effingham County High School where she was a proud member of the Rebel Regiment marching band and yearbook club. When she's not reporting, she loves to read, watch new shows, go to the beach and hang out with her friends and family.

Mackenzie is very excited to be back in the community she grew up in. She can't wait to share stories in and around her hometown.

Have story ideas? Mackenzie via email at [email protected].

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A chef at C&S Seafood and Oyster Bar in Sandy Springs, Ga., shucks an oyster from Maine during...

New regulations make splashing impact on Georgia’s shellfish industry 395i

Updated: May 19, 2025 at 5:09 AM EDT
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By Mackenzie Baker
New regulations are splashing into the shellfish industry in Georgia this summer, allowing commercial farmers to harvest oysters during previously restricted warmer months.

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Local mother advocates for more water safety resources aimed at autistic children

Ga. mother advocates for more water safety resources for children with autism 6e2u9

Updated: Apr. 28, 2025 at 4:35 AM EDT
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By Mackenzie Baker
A Georgia mother is advocating for more water safety resources aimed at children with autism.

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Testimony underway in Jackie Johnson trial

Ahmaud Arbery’s mother testifies in DA misconduct trial 1g4g4s

Updated: Jan. 29, 2025 at 7:07 PM EST
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By Mackenzie Baker , Hayley Boland and Flynn Snyder
Ahmaud Arbery’s mother, Wanda Cooper-Jones, took the stand Wednesday, delivering emotional testimony against the former prosecutor now charged with interfering in the investigation of her son’s murder.

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Second week of testimony continues in the Leilani Simon trial on Tuesday

Jury deliberations in Leilani Simon trial will continue Friday morning 1h2v

Updated: Oct. 24, 2024 at 5:08 PM EDT
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By WTOC Staff, Shea Schrader, Flynn Snyder, Paige Phillips and Mackenzie Baker
Leilani Simon, the woman accused of killing her son Quinton Simon, is on trial in Chatham County.

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Second week of testimony continues in the Leilani Simon trial on Tuesday

State and Defense rest their cases in the Leilani Simon trial 4p3p6y

Updated: Oct. 23, 2024 at 5:23 PM EDT
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By WTOC Staff, Shea Schrader, Flynn Snyder, Paige Phillips and Mackenzie Baker
Leilani Simon, the woman accused of killing her son Quinton Simon, is on trial in Chatham County.

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Leilani Simon in court.

Testimony continues in Leilani Simon trial on Friday a2d65

Updated: Oct. 18, 2024 at 5:54 PM EDT
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By WTOC Staff, Mackenzie Baker , Shea Schrader and Paige Phillips
Leilani Simon, the woman accused of killing her son Quinton Simon, is on trial in Chatham County.

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Paine College, Augusta, Ga.

Paine College getting $2.25M in federal funds for renovations 5z2o4q

Updated: Jul. 10, 2024 at 7:15 PM EDT
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By Mackenzie Baker
The funding will restore dilapidated buildings on campus, specifically going toward restoration projects for the historic Peters Campus Center, Eppworth Hall and Belle Bennett Hall.

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