Jessica Patrick is a Web News Editor for WRAL and WECT News, focusing on local news in Raleigh, North Carolina. With a passion for storytelling, Jessica covers a wide range of topics including crime, human interest stories, and viral videos that capture the hearts of the community.
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Jessica Patrick's coverage is heavily focused on local news, human interest stories, accidents and emergencies, animal rescues, and the holiday season. She has a strong emphasis on evolving stories and breaking news, with themes of entertainment news, pets, family & relationships.
If you have a heartwarming or compelling local story from North Carolina or Raleigh that fits within her areas of focus such as human interest pieces or pet-related events happening in the area she covers would likely be well-received by Jessica. If your pitch involves an ongoing event or developing situation in her geographic focus area it may also catch her attention.
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With Tropical Storm Debby expected to bring rainfall to North Carolina late this week, make sure to check event venues to see if there are any postponements or cancelations.
There are some concerts, comedy and lot more coming up this weekend. There are some concerts, comedy and lot more coming up this weekend.
How much sleep do I need? Getting too much sleep can leave you groggy, but not getting enough sleep can make it difficult to function.
This weekend, check out an arts and crafts festival in Cary or head to Hillsborough Street in Raleigh for a block party.
By: Jessica Patrick, Kathy Hanrahan
This Labor Day weekend, enjoy some live music from The Roots with special guest Macy Gray or check out Childish Gambino at PNC Arena. The annual African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County (AACF) is also happening this weekend.
The North Carolina State Fair returns this month. You can also find Nicki Minaj, Oktoberfest events, fall and wine festivals and much more.
By: Jessica Patrick
Grandfather Mountain is closed until further notice due to Helene. Here's an update on what conditions are like at the popular tourist attraction.
The North Carolina State Fair returns this month. You can also find Nicki Minaj, Oktoberfest events, fall and wine festivals and much more.
Retired WRAL anchor Bill Leslie was devastated to see the devastating damage Helene caused his mountain neighbors.
Read on for North Carolina State Fair tips for parents, especially those bringing young children.
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