Nova Beall became a Times employee in June 2000 and learned a lot about workflow and deadlines in news production before transferring to the Clearwater bureau in 2005. She now handles features such as Clubs, Military News, Births, Good For You and the daily Out and About column, as well as writing an occasional story. Also an artist, she has illustrated a book, created print advertising and package designs and owned and operated a monthly community publication for several years before coming to the Times.

Phone: (727) 445-4221

E-mail: sbeall@tampabay.com