Megan Reuther

13 fascinating facts about Megan Reuther:
• My first name is Elizabeth, but no one calls me that except doctors and telemarketers.
• I met my husband at work. We fell in love doing a news story about mold.
• We lived on a farm the first two years we were married.
• We have 3 kids: 2 boys and 1 girl.
• My two pinkies are curved.
• I don't like cheese.
• My younger sister and I are only eight months apart.
• I have 30 cousins.
• My first job was washing floors at the family car business.
• I used to hate running. Now I'm training for a half marathon.
• I am from Missouri.
• I can't go to sleep unless my pajamas match.
• I sing the same song to my kids my mom sang to me every night I tuck them into bed.
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Megan Reuther joined the Channel 13 News Team in October 2007. She started as the live reporter for the station's top-rated Today in Iowa morning news program. Now, you can see her reports on the Channel 13 News at 5.

Megan came to the station from KWWL in Waterloo where she was an anchor/reporter. Prior to that, she was anchor/reporter at KOMU in Columbia, Missouri. She graduated with a Journalism/Broadcast News degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Megan says she loves covering parenting issues because that's how she spends most of her time: raising two young sons and a little daughter.

Recent Articles

  • DEVICE DISTRACTION: Technology Eases Patients

    Posted on: 5:46 pm, April 4, 2013, by

    Hospitals can be scary and confusing for kids battling a disease that requires long doctor visits and multiple medical procedures.... Read More ›

  • RECYCLING SOLUTION: New Use For Litter Pail

    Posted on: 4:41 pm, April 1, 2013, by , updated on: 06:26pm, April 1, 2013

    Cat owners can find lots of uses for old kitty litter pails. One Iowa State University student found a creative... Read More ›

    glass recycling
  • COLON CANCER: When You Need To Get Screened

    Posted on: 5:36 pm, March 28, 2013, by , updated on: 05:41pm, March 28, 2013

    You’ve probably seen a sign or heard an advertisement: March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. One local doctor wanted to... Read More ›

    colon cancer
  • SPECIAL ART: Program Helps Students Shine

    Posted on: 5:39 pm, March 15, 2013, by

    Art can help students take center stage. And, one program is providing an opportunity for those who may not normally... Read More ›

  • JOB OUTLOOK: Report Shows Opportunities

    Posted on: 5:41 pm, March 14, 2013, by

    Opportunities exist for people looking for work, especially if you have certain skills. A new report is shedding light on... Read More ›

  • REHAB CENTER: Need Increase, Donations Down

    Posted on: 5:36 pm, March 13, 2013, by

    Spring is almost here, and it’s a great time to clean out your closets. Leaders of one organization say they... Read More ›

  • PRINTING PROGRESS: Students Learn From 3D

    Posted on: 5:51 pm, March 11, 2013, by

    It’s a busy time of year on college campuses as students rush to finish projects. A special high tech printer... Read More ›

  • CONNECTION CENTER: Help For Job Seekers

    Posted on: 5:38 pm, March 7, 2013, by

    Members of the community cut the ribbon on a new place for Iowans to get help finding a job Thursday... Read More ›

  • PLANTING PREPS: Getting Ready For Spring

    Posted on: 5:16 pm, March 4, 2013, by , updated on: 05:48pm, March 4, 2013

    It may not seem like it now, but soon it will be time for gardeners to get their hands dirty... Read More ›

  • MEAL PLANNING: Two Ways To Save

    Posted on: 5:46 pm, February 28, 2013, by , updated on: 05:53pm, February 28, 2013

    Putting a tasty and healthy meal on the table can be difficult for busy parents, especially when families are also... Read More ›

    fruit
  • ADULT DAY: Facility Helps Older Iowans

    Posted on: 5:42 pm, February 27, 2013, by

    Taking care of a spouse or parent can be tough, especially while you’re also working or taking care of kids.... Read More ›

  • TEEN PLUS: Finding The Right Fit

    Posted on: 4:49 pm, February 25, 2013, by , updated on: 05:35pm, February 25, 2013

    Trying on clothes can be frustrating, especially if designers don’t make what you want in your size. It’s a big... Read More ›

    teen_plus