LOCAL

Anonymous sources have confirmed the plans for Maine native store, L.L. Bean to open their first Wisconsin store in Spring 2017. The company, known for their "quality outdoor gear and apparel," plans to open their store at The Corners; a mixed-use project under construction in Brookfield, WI. As a family owned business, founded in 1912; the company has been slow to expand outside of Maine having only recently ventured to 13 other U.S states since 2000. Through the implementation of their Wisconsin store, L.L. Bean will further their continuous growth and expansion. The business will be working in conjunction with Von Maur Department Store. The Corners is said to be a $200 million development with plans to house stores, restaurants, various retail businesses as well as 244 apartments on the upper level.

I chose to write about this local news story because it encompasses two newsworthy articles in one. This development will bring in an extensive amount of job opportunities for Wisconsinites as well as provide the conveniences of shopping and dining all in one. Seeing a family owned franchise such as L.L. Bean continue to flourish is always positive and I think positive news stories often get lost in the clutter of negative news stories.

Works Cited

Daykin, T. (2016, May 25). L.L.Bean plans first Wisconsin store at The Corners in Brookfield. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

L.L.Bean said to be opening first Wisconsin store. (2016, May 26). Mainebiz.

Report: L.L.Bean to Open First Wisconsin Store . (n.d.). In Sports One Source.

NATIONAL

Donald Trump unofficially clinched the Republican nomination this week by claiming 29 unbound

Republican delegates. In order to win the Republican nomination, a candidate must reach 1,237

delegates; Trump currently has 1,239 delegates, a number expected to increase following the primary

elections on June 7th vote. According to NPR political editor, Domenico Montanaro, "75-80% of

republicans in polling say they are going to get behind Donald Trump... Democratic unity hasn't

quite happened in the way that it has or appears to be happening on the Republican Side." This

'Republican unity' is said to be one contributor to Trump's success. 

I chose to write about this national news story because of the controversy and attention this

presidential race has gained. As contributing members of society, I think talking about important

issues such as the presidential race are vital. Though my goal in writing about this news story was

not to stir up political differences, my goal was to get people talking because knowledge is very

powerful.

Works Cited

Lee, M. (2016, May 26). Donald Trump has delegates to clinch GOP nomination. In CNN Politics.

Kelly, A. (2016, May 26). Donald Trump Clinches GOP Nomination. In National Public Radio.

Ohlemacher, S., & Colvin, J. (2016, May 27). With GOP nomination locked up, Trump goes hard after Clinton. msn news.

INTERNATIONAL

President Barack Obama visited Vietnam, Japan this past week to amend ties between the two

nations. In an effort to solidify the new relationship between Japan and the U.S.A, President Obama

lifted the 50-year ban on weapons sales to the communist government. In lifting this ban, Vietnam is

ensured the ability to defend itself as well as removes the lingering vestige of the Cold War. 

President Obama is only the third president to visit Vietnam thus far and stated "Other signs of

cooperation between the former combatants include new business sales, more military cooperation,

research programs involving universities in both countries and cultural exchanges that include the

introduction of the U.S Peace Corps to Vietnam"- in a news conference in Hanoi, Vietnam's capital.

I chose to write about this international news story because of the history the U.S.A has with

Vietnam. This event marked an immense turning point between the two nations that will hopefully

lead to more camaraderie. 

Works Cited

Fontaine, R. (2016, May 23). Vietnam: From enemy to partner. In CNN Politics.

Jackson, D., & Maresca, T. (2016, May 23). Obama ends U.S. arms embargo on Vietnam during visit to former enemy. USA Today.

Welna, D. (2016, May 23). Obama Lifts Arms Export Embargo On Vietnam. In National Public Radio. Retrieved May 29, 2016. 

Personal Bio

Hi everyone!

My name is Taylor Campbell, and I am currently a senior here at UWGB. I am a Communications major, with a triple emphasis in Journalism, Mass Media and Public Relations; as well as a minor in Spanish and Latin American studies. Career wise, my dream job is to be a Sportscaster and if I am able to specify, I would love to specialize in hockey (NHL). In an effort to further this dream, I am currently the sports reporter for the Fourth Estate. I have also done some work with ESPN, and will be interning with Time Warner Cable Sports as their summer reporter. I am from the Milwaukee area, so I love the Brewers, Admirals, Bucks, you name it. I also love spending time at the Public Market in the Third Ward and exercising at the Lakefront. I am very excited for this class because I think it will give me a really well rounded understanding of journalism and how to adapt to different situations professionally.