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Editorial Direction, YesPets, 2015-2016 As the editor for YesPets, I got to do what everyone dreams of: share stories about amazing...

Cover story, Riverfront Times, May 11, 2016 Photos by Allison Babka In 2016, I was laid off for the first time in my life. It was just as...

Digital story, BrainJet, October 2015 Working for a viral content startup was frequently a little weird. But cute? Cute didn't happen...

Digital story, Riverfront Times, May 17, 2018 Courtesy photo by John and Jayme Serbell A new festival for nomads just might finally prove...

Digital story, Riverfront Times, November 27, 2017 Courtesy photo by John and Jayme Serbell During cross-country trips, drivers typically...

Cover story, Riverfront Times, June 15, 2017 Photos by Allison Babka Oh, this was such a joy to write! My editors know that I love...

Digital story, Riverfront Times, April 23, 2013 Five St. Louis Karaoke Bars in Five Days: The Diary of a Sing-Along Addict By Allison...

Digital story, Riverfront Times, July 14, 2014 Who Will "Have the Balls" to Host The Air Guitar Competition in St. Louis Next Year? By...

Event recap, Riverfront Times, July 1, 2013 Recap: St. Louis Achieves 'Airness' in First Official Air Guitar Competition By Allison Babka...

Digital sidebar, Riverfront Times, June 28, 2013 Dr. Pepper Teams with Air Guitar Champion for Commercial Deal By Allison Babka Photo via...