Lexi White, a former part-time assignment editor at WTNH-TV in New Haven, has landed a new television news reporter position in Massachusetts, she announced.
White is joining WWLP 22 News in Springfield, after spending four years at WTNH, two of which were as an intern.
"A huge thank you to all my colleagues and mentors at WTNH for guiding me in the right direction," White wrote on LinkedIn. "Four years ago, I walked into the newsroom for the first time to be interviewed about my music. I then completed two internships and was offered a job on the assignment desk as just a junior in college. News 8 made me fall in love with this field and I am so grateful to have over a year and a half’s worth of professional experience before receiving a diploma."
In addition to her passion for news, White is also an accomplished singer, having performed at multiple New York Mets games, multiple UConn Men's Basketball games, and for the WNBA's Connecticut Sun.
The Connecticut resident obtained a bachelor's degree in Journalism from Southern Connecticut State University, where she also worked on some of the school's publications.
"To my teachers at Southern Connecticut State University, I am so thankful for all that you have instilled in me," White wrote. "Thank you for helping to set the foundation of my journalism career."
Members of the Channel 8 crew gave White a surprise send-off last week, complete with a cake. Click here to view a short Facebook video of the event.
"My heart is so full," White wrote about the surprise. "I am so thankful for my WTNH News 8 family!!!"
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