Madison Russ is an award-winning journalist, copy editor and adjunct professor of communication. She has held positions as a features reporter for The Press of Atlantic City, staff writer for The Wildwood Leader and special projects editor for SJ Magazine. An Ocean City native, Madison is passionate about telling stories that matter to locals, often diving into family-focused topics and spotlighting nonprofits. She has been published in top outlets such as The Philadelphia Inquirer and the Philadelphia Business Journal. Her work has earned her multiple New Jersey Press Association awards for responsible journalism and newswriting. Madison is a proud graduate of the University of Pennsylvania. When she's not chasing down leads, you can find her reading, lounging on the beach or going on adventures with her family.