Sarah Barwacz is an Emmy award winning reporter at WZZM and a fill-in anchor.
Sarah believes journalism is the key to a free society and enjoys giving a voice to area residents through her story-telling.
During her time at WZZM, Sarah Barwacz won an Emmy for 'Best Reporter.' She was also awarded 'Best Reporter' and 'Best Feature Report' by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters.
Before moving to West Michigan she reported in Peoria, Illinois for several years. Through her investigative reporting she helped pass a state law.
Sarah also spent time in Iowa working an education beat and covering politics, where she enjoyed interviewing presidential hopefuls.
Sarah is a graduate of Northern Illinois University, and worked as a freelance reporter during college. She credits her amazing mentors for teaching her along the way.
As a Chicago native she is proud of her family's Polish heritage and their ability to survive the slave labor camps of WWII. She carries her family's hard work ethic to her job and the community.
Please email Sarah if you have any news tips, investigations, or a touching story. sarahb@wzzm13news.com.