Brenda Argueta

Strong writer with an expertise in AP Style and a talent for crafting multi-platform narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.

Skilled in identifying new opportunities to showcase impactful work in the community and bringing it to life with clarity and creativity.

Compassionate storyteller who thrives in problem solving, leadership and collaborative efforts.

Currently working as a digital content producer in Orlando, Florida, at the No. 1 news website in Central Florida. Author of the weekly Central Florida Happenings newsletter that highlights events in our community.

Take a look below at some of my work, including feature stories, newsletters, social media reels and storytelling tools I've used in my writing.

Feature Articles

These articles highlight individuals making an impact in our community.

WKMG • 18th May 2022

‘They’re like me:’ K-pop dance classes at Orlando studio step up representation, bring diversity

Clapping, counting, shouting and loud music fill DGBEK Studios in Orlando.

But in one studio twice a week, K-pop fills the room.

WKMG • 27th March 2022

‘A wing and a prayer:’ 2 women behind Playalinda Brewing credit Titusville community for success

"A wing and a prayer.”

That’s what started one of Titusville’s first breweries just over seven years ago. Playalinda Brewing Company opened its first location in Titusville’s historic district in November 2014, making it the first microbrewery in the area, according to its website.

The Community Paper • 28th February 2019

Teen supports siblings of terminally ill children after losing own sister - The Community Paper

Grey Chapin started her own lemonade stand when she was 6 years old. Unlike other children who may create their own stands to make money for themselves, Grey was raising money to fund research and find a cure.

Highlighted articles

These articles represent some of the stories I have written at News 6, ranging from events happening in Central Florida to weather-interest or community-impact stories.

WKMG • 20th September 2024

FALL GUIDE: Here are the must-do Central Florida fall festivals, events, mazes to check out

While Florida doesn’t really feel like fall because, well, it’s always hot here, we can make the most of the season by doing all the typical fall things.

Just imagine heading out to a corn maze, enjoying some apple cider and maybe even bobbing for apples.

Even better? You better believe we’re talking about fall festivals.

WKMG • 2nd October 2024

Hurricane Kirk is over 2,000 miles away from Florida. Here’s how it will still impact Central Florida beaches

Even though Hurricane Kirk is over 2,000 miles away from Florida, we will still see its impact here at our Central Florida beaches.

Kirk will stay far from Florida and continues to strengthen in the Atlantic. It is expected to become the third major hurricane of the season, reaching maximum wind speeds of 125 mph.

WKMG • 5th December 2024

TIMELINE: What happened after boy fell to his death from Orlando FreeFall ride

Tyre Sampson fell as the ride, which took guests into the air over 400 feet before dropping at 70 mph, was plummeting down.

Dozens paid their respects to the 14-year-old and demanded the ride be torn down after the tragedy.

WKMG • 14th January 2025

Volusia sheriff asks residents for info after child was mauled to death by 2 dogs

The Volusia sheriff is seeking information from residents after an 8-year-old boy was mauled to death Monday by two dogs that “have been terrorizing the neighborhood for a while.”

The attack happened around 5 p.m. in the area of Arabesque Drive and Airport Road when the boy, 8-year-old Michael, was riding his bicycle around a subdivision with a friend and he stopped to pet one of the animals, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood.

WKMG • 28th February 2023

Records show timeline in Pine Hills shootings that killed 3, wounded 2

An affidavit shows the timeline of a Pine Hills shooting spree by a 19-year-old accused of killing three people, including a 9-year-old girl, and wounding two others.

Keith Moses was arrested and faces first-degree murder charges in the deaths of Nathacha Augustin, 38; T’yonna Major, 9; and Spectrum News 13 reporter Dylan Lyons, 24.

Central Florida Happenings newsletters

WKMG • 19th January 2023

Don’t get it twisted 🥨

Hi friends! It’s Brenda, back in your inbox for all the Central Florida happenings.

If you’re not drooling over the image at the top of this newsletter, are you OK 🤤? I took this picture at the 407 Food Fair I shared with you all last week and boy, was it...

WKMG • 22nd September 2022

Finally official 🍂

FALL IS HERE.

I know I jumped the gun earlier this month by saying it was fall and to break out the pumpkin spice (which I did - don’t worry), but now it’s official! Today is the first day of fall 🍁.

Social media videos

Part of my storytelling efforts include shooting and editing reels for social media.

Below are two examples of videos I created for community events I was covering for ClickOrlando.com.

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Storytelling tools

I created this timeline embed as one of our breaking news stories began to unfold to keep details organized and to help our readers follow our coverage easily in one place.

This tool also helped drive traffic back to ClickOrlando.com and our digital products, including YouTube.

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