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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New balance invests $65 million in Skowhegan factory expansion
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Two opposing parties gathered outside of a bookstore in downtown Waterville for a protest.
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Their goal is to raise $90,000 for Maine kids and adults with disabilities to experience freedom and independence at the Pine Tree Camp.
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The Alfond youth and community center hosted their annual awards and fundraising event Thursday evening.
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Railroad companies could be required to disclose potentially hazardous material being transported
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Lawmakers consider a proposal to replace the current general issue license plate with a new design
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A small group gathered at the State House on Tuesday calling for justice in the shooting death of a Vassalboro man a year ago this week.
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Maine Veterans’ Cemetery System honor our Veterans on Memorial Day
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Cinematography student win awards for Skowhegan Fire Department documentary
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Emergency Medical Services Week recognized in Augusta
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A bill proposes to amend the State’s constitution, establishing parental bill of rights
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Good Samaritan save two people trapped on a roof during fire in Hallowell
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Do Not Drink Order issued to Kennebec County lifted
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Maine's law enforcement family is welcoming 64 new members to their team
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The family-friendly event began Thursday at the fairground in Clinton and continues through the weekend.
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A first-ever Advocacy Day at the State House for Maine Black Voices
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Annual observance honors fallen Maine law enforcement officers
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Gardiner man sentenced to 65 years for murder and attempted murder charges
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Defend Our Health hosted a press conference in Augusta in support of a bill focused on phasing out plastic pollution in the State
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Governor Mills hosted the United Bikers of Maine at the Blaine House for their annual tea event
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More than 150 students walked across the staged at Thomas college to graduate Saturday.
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Robin’s Nest in Waterville can help with Mother’s Day flowers
Maine state workers urge lawmakers to close state employee pay gap
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Maine office of the public advocates are calling on legislators to protect residents from unaffordable electric bills
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16 Maine Teachers named as the 2023 Maine County Teachers of the Year
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Maine cancer advocates urge lawmakers to support biomarker testing across the State
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Maine’s new child safety and family well being plan has been released
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Maine right to repair coalition testified in front of lawmakers for a “right to repair” law
Maine lawmakers hear public opinions of proposed changes to the use of firearms in the State
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Family Owned business in Skowhegan close for the day for community service in honor of Arbor Day
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The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 60th annual business awards event Thursday night.
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Five different bills surrounding PFAS were presented to law makers Wednesday including one proposing to change the laws governing products made with forever chemicals.
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Six municipalities in the state including Bangor, Bar Harbor, and Rockland, have banned the sale of flavored tobacco products. Supporters of a bill before lawmakers in Augusta say it's time to make it a statewide ban.
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Plans to rebuild is underway after a fire destroyed local restaurant in Waterville
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Lawmakers discuss a series of bills aimed at improving the Child Welfare System
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It is officially pothole season, and even if you are staying alert at the wheel, sometimes, hitting one is unavoidable.
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A new community market set to open in Belfast. It’s an extension of the Belfast Soup Kitchen which serves an average of 140 guests, five days a week, not including other programs.
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This week is National Work Zone Awareness Week
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Waterville area Alfond Youth and Community Center has begun lifeguard certification
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Central Maine Farm selling compost to raise money
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The second week of April is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
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Waterville Planning Board heard preliminary plans for an apartment complex along Front Street
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Proposed bill would create harm reduction centers in the State
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Massive fire destroys a garage and workshop at Cooper Farm in Monmouth
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An elementary school principal in Guilford has been named Maine’s National Association of Elementary School Principals National Distinguished Principal of the Year for 2023
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Maine’s highest court heard the appeal of a Northfield man convicted of killing three people
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Winslow High school Students learn what it is like to be in space
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