Sophia is a reporter and anchor for WAAY.

Title: Reporter/Anchor

sborrelli@waaytv.com

@SophiaBorrelliWAAY31

@SophiaWAAY31

I am very excited to be joining the WAAY 31 team and telling stories that impact the North Alabama community.

Previously I worked as the Weekend Anchor in Roanoke, Va. During my time there, I covered national murder trials, President Trump's visits during the 2016 election, flooding and tornadoes hitting the Roanoke Valley. During my time in Southwest Virginia, I volunteered with the American Cancer Society and Junior League of Roanoke Valley.

I started my journalism career in the cold, but very friendly state of North Dakota. While reporting in Fargo, I was able to tell stories which impacted the community.

I graduated with a B.S. in Broadcast and Digital Journalism from Syracuse University. I have two dogs and love hiking, traveling, and volunteering my time to help others in the community.

Albertville City Schools changes start of school for students

Wednesday morning the Albertville City Schools Board of Education approved pushing the start of school back for students from August 17th to August 24th.

Guntersville City Schools pushes start of school back for students

With two of the four schools in the district having problems, Stanton told Borrelli he wanted all of the students to start together, now on August 25th.

DeKalb County Schools superintendent warns parents about scam

"It's obviously concerning," said Jason Barnett, DeKalb County Schools Superintendent.

DeKalb County EMA director gives update on coronavirus in the county

When WAAY 31's Sophia Borrelli spoke with the director of emergency management he told her coronavirus cases in the county have been steadily increasing.

Marshall County doctors worn out by coronavirus stress, see hope in growing recoveries

Marshall County health officials gave an update on how the county is dealing with coronavirus.

Guntersville City Schools parent weighs in on learning options

Students who attend Guntersville City Schools either traditional or virtually will both start on August 12th.

Marshall County woman says she received unsolicited packages of seeds from China

The package said it contained earrings.

DeKalb County church pastor says 20 church members test positive for coronavirus

At Providence (The Hill) Missionary Baptist Church in Collinsville, the doors of the church have been closed since July 16.

Jackson County coronavirus testing site reopens in Scottsboro

"We're seeing, you know, a steady flow through each day," said Wendi Raeuchle, Highlands Medical Center Director of Marketing.

Arab City Schools gives parents option of traditional or virtual learning for students

Superintendent of Arab City Schools, Johnny Berry, says he will stay on track with his plan to give parents the option to send their students to the classroom or have them learn online.

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