About CLN Author:
Carolyn Sostrom

Author Biography

Carolyn Sostrom is a long-time Arizona resident who loves desert sunsets, warm weather, Zumba, and the Western lifestyle.

She attended Saguaro High School in Scottsdale and then Arizona State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in journalism. Similarly to the protagonist in *The Devil Wears Prada*, Carolyn moved to New York City right after college. She started working for the fashion magazine company Conde Nast but never transitioned to the dark side. After a few years, she left New York in the rearview mirror and returned to her home state, taking a reporter job at the *Apache Junction Independent*.

With over 30 years of freelance writing experience, Carolyn especially enjoys writing about community events and profiling individuals who are making a difference in their communities. She had the pleasure of interviewing a variety of cowboy personalities for an article she wrote for the *Scottsdale Independent* about the history of DC Ranch and its roots as a working ranch. Now, her Western adventures with CLN have her diving into the rugged automotive scene, exploring the trucks and rigs cowboys rely on for work, home, and play, a niche where grit meets horsepower.

She works at Raising Special Kids, a nonprofit resource center for families of children with disabilities and special healthcare needs. Carolyn also volunteers with the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix.

Carolyn believes that everyone has a story, and she loves connecting with others to hear their stories. She’s dedicated to ethical journalism and accurate reporting, which shines through in her storytelling.

CLN Stories By Carolyn Sostrom

Summer Six Pack is back at Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club

Native American Culture 8 years ago

Don’t let the summer heat get you down! It’s the perfect time to play golf as many courses feature reduced green...

By Carolyn Sostrom
Coors Banquet Protect Our West campaign supports firefighting teams

American Charities 8 years ago

As the temperatures rise, so does the risk of wildfire. Each year, wildland firefighters put their own lives at risk to...

By Carolyn Sostrom
Spoil Dad at enterprises within the Ak-Chin Indian Community

Country Living 8 years ago

You’ll find three great reasons in the Ak-Chin Indian Community for spoiling the dads in your life. Check out the special...

By Carolyn Sostrom
Saba’s Supports Arizona's Western Rodeo Community

Country Living 8 years ago

Saba’s Western Wear Stores are known for their vast selection of Western wear and their support of great rodeo events and...

By Carolyn Sostrom
Coors Banquet donations support Wildland Firefighter Foundation through Protect Our West

American Charities 8 years ago

The Protect Our West (POW) campaign supports wildland firefighting teams. These funds raised by Coors Banquet benefit the Wildland Firefighter Foundation.

By Carolyn Sostrom