Jill Jaracz

Jill Jaracz is a Cleveland-based writer who has covered a number of topics including bridal, financial services, and local news. She's also the co-host and executive producer of Keep the Flame Alive, a podcast for fans of the Olympics and Paralympics. Jill covered the Beijing 2022 Olympics and Paralympics from the closed loop in China, where she saw some amazing sports moments, geeked out about curling ice, and ate bao every day for six weeks.

Careers & Education

These are the hardest AP classes to pass

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Careers & Education

When teachers quit for other jobs, how is life outside of the classroom?

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Lifestyle

How important are karats, really? 5 questions to answer before investing in jewelry at any price point.

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Social Issues

The most congested freight corridors

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Careers & Education

These 20 jobs have the widest gender gaps

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Health

As America grows more diverse, so does the need for bilingual substance use counselors

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Health

Fewer people are enrolling in RN-to-BSN programs. Here's what that means for the future of nursing.

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Careers & Education

What is chronic absenteeism, and how does it impact student learning?

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Parenting & Family

The impact of social media on the mental health of Gen Z

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Money

How social media transformed the way companies sell us products

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