Emily Scarlett is an anchor and reporter for WZZM-TV, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With a focus on local news, Emily covers stories that impact the community, including education, youth initiatives, and community outreach. She is dedicated to bringing important stories to light and giving a voice to those in her community.
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Kevin Tays is the Jeffers Elementary School interim principal. He told 13 ON YOUR SIDE, “It's so amazing to recognize amazing teachers.”
She was born in Missouri and moved to Grand Rapids in her early 20s. She said, “My mother came up here as a buyer at Wurzburgs, which you probably don't remember.”
A very special “happy birthday” to Phyllis in Grand Rapids! On Wednesday, Oct. 16, she turns 100 years old but says she does not feel her age.
By: Emily Scarlett
This newest Teacher of the Week works at Sparta High School, and staff and students there were determined to make this surprise a special one.
By: Emily Scarlett
One West Michigan teacher has already completed multiple marathons. Sunday, she’s taking on the New York City Marathon, even after having to relearn to walk, twice.
As 13 ON YOUR SIDE surprised our newest Teacher of the Week, the students were so excited they revealed the news before we could.
13 ON YOUR SIDE made it out to Glenside Elementary Two-Way Immersion for our newest Teacher of the Week, and this teacher said she had a feeling it was her.
By: Emily Scarlett
This year marks 30 years since the start of charter schools in Michigan. One of the first ones established across the state is still open here in West Michigan.
By: Emily Scarlett
One mom in Grandville is helping to make sure her neighbors don’t go hungry just by offering some of her leftovers when she can.
By: Emily Scarlett
Our newest Teacher of the Week loves being outdoors. After finding a job posting at the Jenison Wilderness Academy, he said it’s the job he was born for.
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