Editor

Elle joined Community Impact in November 2022 and is the editor of the Central and Southwest Austin editions of Community Impact. She previously covered Austin ISD, the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and all things Dripping Springs as a reporter. Elle graduated from St. Edward's University with a degree in communication and minors in journalism and Spanish. As a student, she served as editor-in-chief at Hilltop Views. Prior to CI, she interned at Austin Woman. Follow her on X, formerly known as Twitter, @byellebent.

Government Reporter

Katy joined Community Impact in 2022 and covers transportation and government for Travis County, Rollingwood and West Lake Hills. Prior to CI, Katy graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and a certificate in deaf studies as well as serving as the features editor for her school’s student newspaper, The News Record. When she’s not writing, Katy enjoys watching movies and spending time outdoors.