Kodichi Lawrence
Waterville Bureau Chief
Waterville, ME
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Kodichi is the WABI TV5 bureau reporter for Waterville.
Born and raised in Houston, she enjoys spending quality time with her dog, Khloe.
In her spare time, she indulges in DIY projects that may or may not be completed but it's the thought that counts.
She looks forward to learning to drive in the snow here in Maine.
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Students at Mid-Coast School of Technology got to spend some time with the 101st Air Refueling Wing.
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A mission trip led a native Mainer from Skowhegan to Romania.
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We met up with Dr. Nirav Shah, the director of the Maine CDC, Sunday at the Colby College graduation.
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More than 500 students were conferred including seven individuals who received honorary doctoral degrees.
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A State of Maine flag with a historic journey presented to Gov. Mills
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Millinocket Students visit Veteran Community in Chelsea
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Child welfare advocates including foster parents rallied outside the State House on Wednesday.
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An unconventional teenager is making his mark in the tech world in Waterville.
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The shortage on baby formula is affecting the nation, including Central Maine.
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Maine Forest Service honors 20 communities for their urban forestry efforts
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The remains of a soldier from Canaan killed during World War II is finally be buried in his hometown
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Strolling for the arts, that is the new way to enjoy a recital at Maine Arts Academy in Sidney
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“it is incredible. I thought I was only going to see two or three people out there.”
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16 teachers from all over the state were honored at a ceremony at the State House
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The State’s Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry Land Use Planning Commission has proposed a rezoning plan for the Moosehead Lake region
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The Blaine House hosted its annual tea event Tuesday afternoon for members of the United Bikers of Maine.
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The annual observance was held at the Maine Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Augusta on Monday.
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The Colonial Theater host first live performance in 53 years
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A Harvard Law graduate, Judge Lawrence has more than two decades of experience on the bench.
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The spring fishing season is in full swing and experts say being safe while enjoying the sport is important.
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The Happy Quilters of Winslow is hosting a craft fundraising event at the Alfond Youth Center in Waterville
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The Maine Department of Transportation has started paving work and other safety improvements along I-95 between Waterville and Pittsfield
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Waterville Area Soup Kitchen opens the Lighthouse
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A lawsuit has been filed at the Kennebec County Courthouse in Augusta seeking to abolish Maine’s Sunday hunting ban.
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Getting students interested and excited about fresh foods could be the secret ingredient of an annual cooking competition.
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Roadway reconstruction is underway in Downtown Waterville.
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The Waterville Seed Library is now taking your seed order
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A group of public health advocates and their legislative allies are urging Gov. Janet Mills to sign a bill that will strengthen the state’s Good Samaritan law concerning drug-related medical assistance.
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- What started out as an act of kindness led two Richmond girls to give back.
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The Waterville Rotary Club recently donated $500 each to four local high schools in the Waterville area.
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After two stints at Good Will-Hinckley totaling more than 20 years, Robert Moody is moving on.
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If you drive around Colby College in Waterville on a regular basis, take note.
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Students looking for a job this summer were able to meet with dozens of potential employers today in Waterville
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A bipartisan group of lawmakers met earlier to discuss an amendment to a bill that would legalize mobile sports betting.
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Later this month Congress is expected to begin work on an economic package with key points that could impact Mainers
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A group of Mainers gathered at the State House in Augusta in support of expanding Maine’s clean energy economy.
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Local real estate experts say home buyers and sellers may have more options soon as we get into the warmer months
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Monday kicks off the start of National Work Zone Safety Week.
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The importance of early childhood education is being highlighted right now during the Week of the Young Child.
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April is School Library Month and fifth graders at William Elementary in Oakland celebrated with a special visitor on Tuesday.
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A Gardiner cat may have the wackiest name in the country.
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Two churches in the Waterville area have come together to open up cafe that will help food insecurity.
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Much like the items sold in both stores, there will be over 20 vendors at the event offering various unusual items.
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Waterville Area Habitat for Humanity recently received a carpet donation they need a little help with.
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A network of more than 60 non-profit organizations held a press conference at the State House in Augusta on Tuesday.
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Gov. Janet Mills and fellow Mainers gathered at the Vietnam Memorial in Capital Park in Augusta for a wreath laying ceremony to honor the service of Vietnam Veterans.
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A theater in Waterville is showing a historical movie on Ukraine for one night only.
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There are few houses to choose from and prices are high.
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The showcase featured over 100 exhibitors and had a drawing for $1,000 cash prize.