Paige Ellenberger
For as long as I can remember, I’ve loved a good story. Whether that was me dreaming up my own make-believe worlds, where goofy characters stole the show, or sitting in my grandpa’s living room, listening to his realities of growing up during the Great Depression or preparing to fight German troops during WWII.
Admittedly, I lost the love of telling stories somewhere along the way. It seemed my very-real life just couldn’t help but to interfere.
It wasn’t until I began my time at James Madison University where my pen met paper again.
I quickly knew I needed to get involved there and even sooner, I knew I needed to make some friends.
There I found The Breeze, JMU’s student newspaper, with a staff of sports writers and editors that could fit under one very small, shed roof.
I began writing about everything from national champion swimmers to Coaches of the Year, to historic football seasons and even more memorable teams.
My love for writing grew like a plant on a sunny windowsill and I branched out for more opportunities.
I started offering color commentary for field hockey, soccer, basketball and most other sports in between. When I didn’t have the headset on, I joined the call from the sidelines covering my favorite part of sports: athlete’s stories.
But I kept growing. I started reporting and anchoring both sports and news for the school’s on-air broadcast.
I’m no stranger to FOX either. In 2019 I worked alongside the amazing FS1 team in Charlotte, NC working on its Emmy-awarding shows RaceHub and RaceDay.
Then in 2020 I made the full transition to news.
I packed up what I could fit into a U-Haul and made the nearly 20-hour trip from Pittsburgh, PA to start my career in Waco.
There I covered stories of hope during the pandemic, stories of struggle during social justice movements, the story of perseverance during the Vanessa Guillen trial, among so many others.
I not only fell in love with the job but also the state.
I’m so grateful and excited to stay in Texas, a place I’ve called home for nearly three years now, and work with the talented team at FOX4.
I’m also used to early mornings and am more than ready to wake up with all of you on Good Day.
The latest from Paige Ellenberger
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DFW Airport had most cancelled and delayed flights in the U.S. on Sunday
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DFW Airport braces for busy travel weekend
Travelers at DFW Airport on Friday are crossing their fingers after hundreds of flights were canceled and delayed on Friday due to weather.
Trial begins for Lewisville pawn shop murder suspect
The man accused of shooting and killing a Lewisville pawn shop owner in February of last year will stand trial in Denton County on Tuesday.
Botham Jean's family suing Amber Guyger for millions
A civil trial for former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger, who was convicted of killing Botham Jean in 2018, got underway on Monday.
Abbott’s school voucher plan now has more than enough support
Gov. Greg Abbott is ready to push his school voucher plan again. This time, he has a lot more support.
Frisco’s new Kaleidoscope Park opening with free events this weekend
A new park that opens in Frisco this weekend offers something different for everyone in the family.
Spike in THC poisoning in children alarms Dallas County officials
A Dallas County Commissioner is trying to warn parents about a growing problem. Texas has seen an increase in THC poisonings among young children over the past few years.
State Fair of Texas: 2024 dates, discounts, and new attractions
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Coppell ISD considers closing 3 schools due to budget issues
Another North Texas school district is considering closing campuses due to budget challenges and declining enrollment.