Ryan Tisminezky
MMJ
Savannah, Ga.
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Ryan Tisminezky is a Multimedia Journalist who joined the WTOC team in June 2023.
He attended Arizona State University's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, where he graduated in 2022 with a bachelor's degree in journalism and a minor in medical studies. Ryan graduated again in 2023 with a master's in mass communication.
While in college, Ryan reported on all kinds of stories, from gallery openings to explosive ordnance disposal. He also did some Spanish-language reporting along the Arizona-Mexico border as well as within Phoenix. In the summer of 2022, Ryan completed a fellowship at KVVU in his hometown of Las Vegas.
He is excited to bring what he learned from the southwest to the southeast, reporting on the Lowcountry.
In his free time, Ryan enjoys baking, coffee, trying local restaurants as well as watching hockey and Formula 1. Every now and then you may catch him at a local autocross event.
Send coffee roaster recommendations and story tips to Ryan.Tisminezky@wtoc.com. You can also reach him on Twitter @tisminezky.
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Since Monday, over three million birds have migrated through Beaufort.
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A new group that’s in favor of golf courses being built on the Pine Island Region of Saint Helena Island held a press conference Friday morning, saying the development could enhance the future of island residents.
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Wayne County parents are worried after bed bugs were spotted at a middle school. Parents went to the school board building Thursday to voice their concerns.
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The Georgia Department of Agriculture announced Wednesday that a second Yellow-Legged hornet nest was wiped out and they have figured out where the insects came from.
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The Burton Fire District has responded to more than thirty overdoses so far this year.
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Hispanic Heritage Month started this weekend, and celebrations are kicking off.
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The mayor of Beaufort has resigned, effective immediately.
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A 19-year-old murder suspect has surrendered to authorities, according to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office.
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Through a grant from the state of South Carolina, a Bluffton non-profit called PEP has received two new vans, which they’re calling a lifesaver.
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The Bluffton Township Fire District says they experienced fires on back-to-back days over the weekend, calling it a unique event.
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A development code change in Beaufort that has been making its way through the city’s government for the past couple of months reached its final decision at Tuesday night’s city council meeting.
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The McIntosh County Board of Commissioners approved a controversial zoning change for Sapelo Island during Tuesday’s meeting.
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Former Beaufort County Administrator Eric Greenway was officially terminated after a public hearing on Monday.
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Beaufort County residents have a chance to help improve schools in the district.
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On Thursday, the 200 Club held their Community Heroes Golf Tournament on Hutchinson Island.
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Residents of the island say a proposed zoning ordinance from McIntosh County threatens to erase their history and way of life.
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A historic site on one of Old Town Bluffton’s busiest intersections may see some changes, pending an upcoming meeting.
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Over in the Lowcountry, Bluffton Police are working with the community to reduce traffic accidents.
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Travelers making their way home from the Lowcountry say their journeys have been smooth sailing.
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Just a few days ago, one Hampton county road would have seen travelers making their way through the Lowcountry.
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One of the biggest concerns with Idalia is its potential to cause power outages around our area.
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Over on Hilton Head Island, shoppers are stocking up on supplies before Idalia hits the Lowcountry.
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With Idalia approaching, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Management Division is monitoring the storm and making sure they are prepared for any level of intensity.
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As Idalia approaches, emergency management divisions across the Lowcountry are preparing for and monitoring the storm.
The Georgia Department of Agriculture has found and eradicated a yellow-legged hornet nest in Savannah.
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Thursday was the first day of classes for the University of South Carolina - Beaufort.
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Four years ago, Reconstruction Era National Park was established to preserve and educate visitors about the role the area played during the late 1800s.
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A new food tour is currently happening over in the Lowcountry.
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Monday was the first day of school for the Beaufort County School District.
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The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Sunday morning shooting that injured three people in Okatie.
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Over in the Lowcountry, school resource officers got to know teachers Thursday before the school year.
The recent sightings are the first time the yellow-legged hornet has been seen alive in the United States.
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Employees of the Savannah Bee Company say they first saw these different-looking hornets in their bee garden about a week ago.
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Last week, WTOC spoke with Bluffton Police Department’s Domestic Violence Investigator about a new initiative to help victims discretely reach out to law enforcement.
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There were two incidents of vandalism in July at Hilton Head Island Middle School, which is currently under construction for renovations.
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The Beaufort County School District honored its Principals of the Year last week, citing their outstanding dedication, hard work, and positive impact.
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A 7-year-old girl is injured after being struck by a stray pellet from a bullet in Bluffton.
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A victim has been identified and a homicide investigation is underway after Beaufort County deputies found human remains in a burned car last week.
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In the Lowcountry, Ridgeland firefighters are training with new gear that replaces decades-old equipment.
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After four terms as Bluffton’s mayor, Lisa Sulka has announced that she will not be running for reelection.
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Tuesday night, storm damage was seen across the Lowcountry, but thanks to preparedness and quick responses from power companies and firefighters like those in Ridgeland, most of those effects didn’t carry over to Wednesday.
A new initiative from the Town of Bluffton Police Department is using stickers to help victims of domestic violence.
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Over in the Lowcountry, Beaufort County EMS says one of their trailers was stolen.
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The $62 million Robert Smalls Leadership Academy opened its doors in Beaufort Monday.
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Effingham County is one of the fastest growing counties in the Coastal Empire.
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Liberty County school leaders say one thing that sets this county apart is the amount of volunteer organizations that help out on the first day of school.
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Victims of a recent housefire in Shell Point have been receiving all kinds of support from neighbors, non-profits and pet stores.
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Hampton County school faculty are excited to welcome new changes and new students back to campus in a couple of weeks.
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The new school year brings a big change for Hampton County high schoolers, with two high schools merging into one.
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