Nicole Roberts is the community engagement editor for the News Tribune. She works with readers to enhance their interactions with the News Tribune, coordinates community events and partnerships with local organizations, and guides reporters who are producing multimedia elements like videos and interactive graphs. She also writes news and feature stories occasionally. Before becoming engagement editor in August 2019, Roberts served as the News Tribune's Jefferson City government reporter for over two years. Some of the topics she reported on included redevelopment of the city-owned property at the Missouri State Penitentiary, creation of the bicentennial bridge to Adrian's Island, rehabilitation efforts along East Capitol Avenue, and legal issues surrounding a crumbling building in downtown Jefferson City. Roberts received a bachelor's degree in journalism in 2017 from Missouri State University in Springfield, where she served as editor-in-chief of the school's student newspaper, The Standard. The Associated Press, Kansas City Press Club and Missouri College Media Association have recognized Roberts for her work at the News Tribune and The Standard. She is originally from Rolla but attended high school in Vienna, about 30 minutes southeast of Jefferson City. Follow Nicole on Twitter at @NReneeRoberts.
Recent stories by Nicole Roberts
BizBeat: Southbank opens 'occasional shop' in downtown Jefferson City
Sometimes when customers enter Southbank Gift Company, they see owner Jill Bednar repurposing a piece of furniture, but oftentimes, there isn't room in the store to display the finished piece.
Oct. 25 2020 @ 12:00am
BizBeat: Sweet Smoke BBQ to open food truck
Less than a year after opening its second Jefferson City location, Sweet Smoke BBQ is adding another item to its business portfolio — a food truck.
Oct. 25 2020 @ 12:00am
Mid-Missouri county clerks: No delays expected on Election Night
Despite worries there will be delays on Election Day due to the increase in absentee ballots, Mid-Missouri county clerks said they have taken steps to ensure there won't be delays Nov. 3.
Oct. 24 2020 @ 11:11pm
Jefferson City removes Civil War marker morning after council vote
Jefferson City crews removed a controversial Civil War marker Tuesday morning, less than 12 hours after the City Council voted to remove it.
Oct. 20 2020 @ 1:05pm
BizBeat: Goddess Fit rebrands to East and West Co.
Jefferson City-based Goddess Fit relaunched earlier this month under a new name and with more apparel.
Oct. 18 2020 @ 12:06am
BizBeat: Captain D's closes Jefferson City restaurant
The Jefferson City Captain D's location has closed, a company spokesperson confirmed earlier this month.
Oct. 18 2020 @ 12:06am
County clerks offer advice to avoid voting problems
With Election Day less than three weeks away, Mid-Missouri county clerks are reminding voters to be prepared before they go to the polls to avoid unnecessary problems.
Oct. 17 2020 @ 10:51pm
BizBeat: Pizza Kwik returns to Jefferson City as food truck
Since her mother closed Pizza Kwik in December 2017, Dana Huber-Plummer has had continuous requests to revive the popular family pizza business.
Oct. 11 2020 @ 12:00am
BizBeat: Maurices relocates in Jefferson City strip mall
Maurices will move a few doors down into a different portion of Jefferson City's Wildwood Crossings shopping complex later this year.
Oct. 11 2020 @ 12:00am
BizBeat: Capital City Comics opens on Industrial Drive
Layne Wolters remembers walking out of a local comic book store when he was about 13 years old, excited to read about Spider-Man, a superhero with spider-related superpowers.
Oct. 4 2020 @ 12:01am
BizBeat: ElmSt. Boxing Club relocates to Capitol Avenue
ElmSt. Boxing Club found a new home on East Capitol Avenue in Jefferson City.
Oct. 4 2020 @ 12:01am
BizBeat: New brewery on tap in Jefferson City
A new brewery is on tap to open later this year in Jefferson City, and the cousins operating it believe it will provide another family-friendly option to the community.
Sep. 27 2020 @ 12:00am
BizBeat: Mid America Bank opens new Jefferson City location
After a year of construction, the new Mid America Bank in Jefferson City is now open.
Sep. 27 2020 @ 12:00am
Good Samaritan: Jody Delgado supports military through personalized care packages
Military personnel often feel forgotten — and that oftentimes brings tears to Jody Delgado's eyes — but she hopes her monthly care packages remind them someone is always thinking of them.
Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:04am
Good Samaritan: Hannah Frevert leads through literacy, educational organizations
Hannah Frevert has a saying hanging in her kitchen that she tries to live by every day: "When you have more than you need, build a longer table, not a higher fence.
Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:04am
Good Samaritan: John Schulte impacts community through smoke detectors, natural disaster response
Between providing free smoke detectors and setting up shelters for those who lost their homes during natural disasters, it's hard to say how many lives John Schulte has touched over the last few years with the American Red Cross of Central and Northern Missouri.
Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:04am
Good Samaritan: Kyle Kittrell builds new beginnings through Habitat for Humanity
When River City Habitat for Humanity hands keys to families in need of a home, Kyle Kittrell is often toward the back of the crowd, watching as families cry, smile and hug each other in front of their new home — houses he helped build.
Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:04am
Good Samaritan: Helias coach, teacher Victor Bell leads by example
You must serve before you can lead.Helias Catholic High School coach and teacher Victor Bell does just that by creating volunteer opportunities for his students while also finding ways he can help his community — particularly during the coronavirus pandemic and after the May 2019 tornado.
Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:04am
BizBeat: Ambitious Creations offers personalized touch
After three years of operating Ambitious Creations, LLC out of their basement, owners Zederic and Sara Crawford are moving the business into its first brick-and-mortar shop.
Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:00am
Unsung heroes honored, Michael W. Smith performs at Redemption Inside the Walls
Five local good Samaritans were honored during the second annual Redemption Inside the Walls concert on Saturday at the Jefferson City Jaycees Fairgrounds, but the biggest surprise came to the Fisher family, who received an award in honor of their family's giving spirit.
Sep. 19 2020 @ 10:34pm
