New Johnson City Press Reporter Brings Passion for Journalism

Madelyn Schneider, a Florida native, joins the team with experience leading her college newspaper

Feb. 5, 2026 at 4:55pm

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Madelyn Schneider, a recent graduate from the University of North Florida, has joined the Johnson City Press as their newest reporter. Schneider, originally from Edgewater, Florida, brings a background in leading her college's student-run newspaper, Spinnaker, where she covered impactful stories on her campus and in the Jacksonville community.

Why it matters

Schneider's experience in student journalism and her desire to cover government, community growth, and public affairs in Johnson City will provide readers with in-depth reporting on the key issues and happenings in the local area. Her diverse background and passion for the field of journalism will be an asset to the Johnson City Press.

The details

While studying at UNF, Schneider served as the editor-in-chief of Spinnaker, the university's media outlet, where she broke news on the school's agreement with ICE, statewide Florida data sweeps, and federal funding cuts. Schneider originally majored in biochemistry before switching to English, realizing her true passion was in writing and reporting. Working at Spinnaker gave Schneider hands-on experience in journalism that she feels prepared her for her new role at the Johnson City Press.

  • Schneider recently earned her bachelor's degree in English from the University of North Florida in Jacksonville.
  • Schneider joined the Johnson City Press as their newest reporter in February 2026.

The players

Madelyn Schneider

A recent graduate from the University of North Florida, Schneider is the newest reporter at the Johnson City Press. She previously served as the editor-in-chief of her college's student newspaper, Spinnaker.

Spinnaker

The student-run media outlet at the University of North Florida, where Schneider gained valuable journalism experience as the editor-in-chief.

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What they’re saying

“Every person is doing the best they can with what they have.”

— Schneider's Mentor, Journalism Mentor

“Have courage.”

— Schneider's Music Teacher, Music Teacher

What’s next

Schneider will begin covering Johnson City's commission and board meetings, community growth and development, and other local news assignments for the Johnson City Press.

The takeaway

Schneider's experience leading her college newspaper and her passion for impactful journalism will be an asset to the Johnson City Press as she takes on her new role covering the local community. Her diverse background and commitment to storytelling will provide readers with in-depth reporting on the key issues facing Johnson City.