Hannah Early was a 2025 summer intern for Smokies Life, where she contributed her skills in writing and research. Along with writing about science-related topics for Smokies LIVE, she also focused on social media. Graduating from Gardner-Webb University in 2025 with a bachelors of art in English and a minor in biology, she enjoys learning about the natural world and sharing what she learns through thoughtful, engaging writing. Looking ahead, she hopes to expand her horizons and look for opportunities to tackle different types of news topics.