Kristina Smith

Kristina Smith loves living along Lake Erie and sharing the stories of the people, places and nature in this area. She is a past investigative reporter and assistant editor at area newspapers. An avid nature enthusiast and birder, she enjoys writing about and photographing animals and nature. She is also the author of two books, “Lost Sandusky,” and “Unnatural Ohio,” which she co-authored with Kevin Moore. Both books were published by The History Press. Kristina is a member of Outdoor Writers of Ohio and an award-winning writer and photographer. Follow her on X at @kristinasmithNM and on Instagram at kristinasmithwriter.

Feature Story stonelist

Stone Laboratory is for more than just research


Feature Story eclipselist

Erie County gears up for total solar eclipse


Feature Story pathtofreedomelist

Sandusky's vital role in the Underground Railroad:


Bellevue's Jonathan Hay breaks state fish record


Feature Story aquaticcenter_list

Aquatic Visitors Center open until Aug. 19


Feature Story Anglers make use of the Mazurik Fish Cleaning Station. (Photo/Kristina Smith)

Fish cleaning stations make a big splash


Development News A green heron at Sheldon's Marsh

The Biggest Week birding spots