Michaela Romero
Lifestyle MMJ
Savannah, Ga.
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Michaela joined WTOC in December 2022 as the Lifestyle MMJ.
Michaela spent the past year and a half as the Digital Content Reporter and Producer for WGNO in New Orleans. She covered Hurricane Ida, and Mardi Gras and featured local bands, businesses, and events in the city during her time there.
During her time in New Orleans, she also freelanced as a host for the Sun Belt Conference in New Orleans. She covered SBC Basketball for both men and women and gave football previews each week.
Prior to moving to New Orleans, she was a sports anchor and news MMJ for KGNS News in Laredo, TX for a year.
She has a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism and two minors, one in advertising and the other in Marketing from New Mexico State University.
While in school, she held several internships including a sports internship at KTSM 9 News, and a News internship at KOAT, and worked as a broadcasting volunteer and reporter for the University's news program, NMSU News 22.
Michaela loves to work out. She was a student-athlete and ran Cross Country and Track all four years for the aggies at NMSU.
Michaela likes to work out, go to festivals, shop, and try new restaurants in her free time. She is so excited to live near a beach and explore what Savannah is all about.
If you have any story ideas, you can email her at Michaela.romero@wtoc.com
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It’s National Coffee Day, and today you can get to know your local law enforcement by having some coffee with a cop!
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It’s Hispanic Heritage Month, and to celebrate and honor the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans, we’re highlighting Hispanic-owned businesses in our area for the next few weeks. Our Michaela Romero went to Latin Chicks, a locally-owned Peruvian restaurant and the owner shares how her business started with a dream and a craving.
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It’s National Coffee Day! The Savannah Police Department was out and about in the Victorian District in hopes of strengthening their relationships with community members. Our Michaela Romero was live at Mailbox Cafe.
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Over a hundred years of transformations have led up to us sitting here today at the entertainment destination of Plant Riverside District. It was once a center of commerce and a power plant and a lot of hard work went into overhauling the place to turn in into the entertainment destination it is today. Our Michaela Romero spoke to an engineer who experienced the full-circle transformation.
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Today marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month where we celebrate the history, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. In honor of the month, there will be many celebrations happening around our area this weekend. Our Michaela Romero tells us about one of the events happening in Tattnall County and how it came to be.
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Today marks 22 years since the September 11th terrorist attacks on America. To honor the heroic efforts of first responders that day, community members came together to simulate New York City fire fighters climbing the stairs of the World Trade Center in an attempt to save people trapped inside. Our Michaela Romero took part to show us why it’s so important to remember.
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Planning a wedding can be stressful, but next week Statesboro has an event that will help you take some load off.
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Plant Riverside is celebrating this Labor Day weekend with a 4-day event, and the party continues for the rest of the day Monday. Our Michaela Romero is where all the action will be happening.
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Some people will be using this weekend to clean up after hurricane Idalia came through Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas and on Friday, some residents were out making our area beautiful again.
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The majority of us commute to and from work by car, but have you ever tried to get home using the water? Our Michaela Romero shows us why one man is making his trip home by kayak in hopes of getting more people outside and exploring Georgia’s waterways.
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Cleanup is underway in a Savannah neighborhood after a giant tree fell. Thankfully, no one was injured. The downed tree took out the power on 50th and Habersham Street for a few hours. Our Michaela Romero talked to one of the many people who are part of the clean-up.
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For the most part, Savannah was spared from the storm. There are reports of downed trees. One in the Ardsley neighborhood is getting a lot of attention. Our Michaela Romero spoke with a neighbor who saw the whole thing happening right in front of his home.
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There are a lot of historic buildings in downtown Savannah, many of which people believe to be haunted.
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Have you ever wanted to learn how to roller skate? Well, now you can learn from the pros at the Savannah Derby Devils’ skater boot camp.
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Today is National Senior Citizens Day and in honor of the day and we caught up with one woman who finds it her calling to care for the older members of our community, although she is considered one of them herself.
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Today is National Senior Citizens Day, a day we celebrate and recognize the contributions the older generations in our nation bring to the table every day.In honor of the day, Michaela Romero headed to a local nursing home to find out what it means to live a good life.
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Planning for the future can be stressful. And retirement is always on the mind no matter what stage of life you are in.
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Starting tonight the wildest show on dirt will take place here at the South Georgia State Fairgrounds. There will be plenty of attractions including bull riding. WTOC had a chance to talk with one of the competitors to see what it’s like to compete in one of the most dangerous sporting events in the world.
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It’s National Farmers Market Week, and we are celebrating in different ways around the city to support the farmers and people who bring food to our tables every day.We had a chance to speak with one vendor who is at the Forsyth Park Farmers Market every Saturday - and found out what motivates her to keep providing her spices to the community.
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Back in February, we told you the heartwarming story of a local mother, who once had infertility issues and was now choosing to become a surrogate. We have an update for you on how their surrogacy journey is going and some advice for those who also might be expecting.
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August 7 is National LightHouse Day and we are celebrating the beacon of light that has helped keep mariners safe around the world.
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Just like Tybee Island’s Beach Bum Parade, a local nursing home here in Savannah will be holding one of its own.
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You can see daredevil-like moves up close this weekend. Monster Jam is happening at the Enmarket Arena.
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If you are looking for some action and excitement, you have plenty to check out this weekend. Monster Jam is rolling into Savannah for the first time with multiple shows at Enmarket Arena
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The rain didn’t stop the city from welcoming home artist and LSU basketball national champion Flau’jae Johnson. It’s the first time she’s been home since the big win. WTOC was there as the city welcomed her home.
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We are more than halfway through the year which means some of you early birds might already be thinking of holiday gifts. Especially after dealing with toy shortages and supply chain issues, we’ve had these past few years. If you are... you’re not the only one thinking ahead, so is a local toy store.
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This summer we saw a lot of movies hit the big screen. Many of them caught the attention of the younger generations like the little mermaid, Super Mario Bros, Spiderman, and Barbie which just came out just last week.
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The Barbie movie premiere is today which means many of you may be heading to the theaters this weekend to watch the iconic childhood staple toy on the big screen.
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Summer break is winding down and some families may be looking for that last quick getaway.
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Sunday was National Ice Cream Day and many of you were out celebrating the creamy and cold treat.
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You might see some new faces at your local Dunkin’ on Monday morning.
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If you are looking for something unique to entertain the kids with this summer you might want to check out a museum in Beaufort. The museum displays over a hundred different kazoos and produces thousands a day that they ship all over the world.
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The Lowcountry is home to many flavors of cuisine, from local Gullah Geechee cooking to modern fusion restaurants.
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What turned into a part-time gig resulted in co-owning her own Quinceanera dress shop.
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If you don’t know what a Quinceanera is, it is a celebration widely celebrated in Latin American culture for a girl’s 15th birthday.
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Georgia’s Legislative Session ended this spring and now, we’re starting to see some of the laws passed take effect.
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Bull Street was lively as residents came together for the 6th annual Stonewall block party Saturday.
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In honor of National Pralines Day, which is tomorrow, we headed to a local candy store that produces nearly 200 batches of pralines each day.
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Some of the most talented culinary masters gathered in Chicago earlier this month to celebrate influential people behind American food and culture. One of our own local chefs was honored with the prestigious James Beard Foundation Cookbook Hall of Fame Award for a book he wrote in the 1990′s.
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What was once a chain restaurant on Hilton Head Island has been transformed into a unique place for locals.
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It might be hard to believe, but pirates still exist on Hilton Head Island.
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At the age of 13 most of us are going to school, playing sports, and hanging out with friends. But for one Mount Vernon 13-year-old, you can now add published author to the list.
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On Morning Break we showed you the history of the Paul Anderson Youth Home, a place in Vidalia where troubled young men can go to get their lives on the right track. Now, our Michaela Romero takes us into the home and shows us how they help shape boys into young men.
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In Vidalia, you can find a home whose halls thousands of young men have walked through looking to turn their lives around for the better. One of the co-founders of the home had quite an impressive history with athletics. He was called the world’s strongest man in the 1950s.
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In honor of National Donut Day, our Michaela Romero went to Baker’s Pride Bakery where customers are flocking to get a taste.
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May is foster care awareness month and as the month comes to an end, we are wrapping it up on a positive note.
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While everyone is getting their hurricane kits ready for their homes, local animal shelters are doing the same for stray animals.
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Residents at Riverview Health and Rehabilitation Center are experiencing prom once again.
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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and to celebrate, a group of lion dancers brought the party to Forsyth Park.
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Usually, at 14 years old you are just learning how to drive, but Faith Phreed, is already behind the wheel.
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