Natalie Netzel

Natalie Netzel grew up in Newberry County but escaped to Columbia where she majored in Journalism at the University of South Carolina. After a brief stint in banking where she discovered how dirty money really is, she came back to journalism and began at The Newberry Observer in November 2010. She enjoys getting to know Newberry again and covers education and the town of Whitmire along with other fun features. Outside of the office, she enjoys designing jewelry, writing and reading, the gym especially zumba, local music shows and spending time with close family and friends.

Cindy Pitts

Cindy Pitts is a native of Newberry. She graduated from Thornwell High School and Presbyterian College, with a major in business administration. With experience in broadcast and print journalism, Cindy began working as a staff writer at The Observer in October 2003. She covers the crime and safety beat, along with Newberry County Council. When not at work, Cindy enjoys gardening, cooking, reading, doing crafts and working on mission projects at her church. Her dream is to one day own a small, sustainable farm.

Leslie Moses

Leslie Moses is a Savannah, Ga., native who loves her job, sharing Newberry's stories with readers. Leslie began at The Newberry Observer in April 2008. She covers the City of Newberry along with whatever else comes along. Shes a graduate of Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah and loves her friends, family, the church, jogging and time outside.