Our Writers
Meet the team behind Trust Locals
Dmytro Petrenko
Senior Editor, Business & Real Estate
Dmytro Petrenko is the Senior Editor for Business & Real Estate at Trust Locals, where he covers the local economy, urban development, and small business strategy. He focuses on demystifying complex market trends to provide actionable insights for entrepreneurs and homeowners alike.
Evan Holloway
Staff Writer, Culture & Events
As the Staff Writer for Culture & Events at Trust Locals, Evan Holloway covers local events, arts, and retail trends across beats like The Weekender and Style Street. He focuses on highlighting the unique shops, cultural happenings, and neighborhood voices that define the community.
Kurt Schneider
Food Critic & Columnist
As the Food Critic and Columnist for Trust Locals, Kurt Schneider covers the neighborhood's dining scene for "The Table Guide" and "Fresh on Main." He delivers honest, fair reviews that highlight culinary arts and local food sourcing to help readers discover the community's best culinary experiences.
Maria Rodriguez
Community Voices Columnist
As the Community Voices Columnist for Trust Locals, Maria Rodriguez covers arts, culture, and neighborhood events with an empathetic, narrative-driven approach. Her stories focus on human-interest storytelling and the diverse cultural elements that shape the community.
Sarah Jenkins
Education Reporter
As the Education Reporter for Trust Locals, Sarah Jenkins covers schools, education policy, and youth issues. She focuses on providing parents, teachers, and community members with clear, actionable information on school board decisions and curriculum development.