Jordyn Elston
Reporter
Auburn, AL
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Jordyn Elston is a general assignment reporter for WSFA 12 News and is based in Auburn.
She is a Birmingham native, but moved to Troy to pursue a degree in broadcast journalism at Troy University.
While at Troy, she served as the student news director for Troy TrojanVision - the student-run newscast, and as the public relations chair for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
Jordyn was awarded the Southeastern Journalism Conference Best Hard News Reporter award in 2017 and the Best Television Anchor award in 2016. She graduated summa cum laude with her bachelors degree in broadcast journalism from Troy University in May 2017. She earned her masters degree in strategic communication from Troy in May 2018.
In her spare time Jordyn likes to watch HGTV, drink sweet tea, and spend time with her family and friends.
If you have any story ideas email her at jelston@wsfa.com.
You can also follow her Twitter and Instagram @JordynElston or on Facebook.
Education
Awards
Updated: Jul. 15, 2020 at 8:07 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Starting Thursday at 5 p.m. facial coverings will be required in public places in Alabama when in close contact with other people.
Updated: Jul. 13, 2020 at 7:57 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
East AL COVID cases causing concern among health officials
Updated: Jul. 10, 2020 at 3:00 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Auburn University has released, A Healthier U, the 32 page document details plans for safe return to campus this fall.
Updated: Jul. 9, 2020 at 7:59 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
The Alabama Department of Commerce and city of Auburn are awarding $250,000 to OraSecure, LLC to accelerate the company’s breakthrough saliva collection device to help in the battle against COVID-19.
Updated: Jul. 5, 2020 at 4:40 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
As temperatures rise and counties across the state continue to enforce mask wearing, doctors are sending a reminder to take care of you skin underneath the mask.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 6:06 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
SiO2 Materials Science plans to invest $163 million in an expansion at its Auburn facility after securing a major contract to supply the federal government with vials to support the COVID-19 vaccine effort.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 7:19 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Nursing home residents describe life during COVID-19 pandemic.
Updated: Jun. 28, 2020 at 12:31 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Fourth of July holiday brings COVID increase concerns for doctors.
Updated: Jun. 26, 2020 at 7:43 PM CDT
|By WSFA 12 News Staff and Jordyn Elston
Montgomery Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore is reacting to the state’s release Friday of a roadmap for reopening schools.
Updated: Jun. 25, 2020 at 6:26 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Health officials give coronavirus update.
Updated: Jun. 24, 2020 at 6:40 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Colleges plan to prevent COVID-19 spread in dorms.
Updated: Jun. 23, 2020 at 4:07 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Officials with the Central Alabama Veteran’s Health Care System say they are working relentlessly to make sure they’re able to keep patients safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
Updated: Jun. 21, 2020 at 5:55 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
This Father’s Day, Rob Kenney is celebrating with his two adult kids and millions of internet kids.
Updated: Jun. 19, 2020 at 8:41 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
The crowd was diverse from law enforcement, to religious organizations, to city leaders.
Updated: Jun. 18, 2020 at 10:21 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Businesses are taking extra precautions to slow the spread of the virus while continuing to offer their services.
Updated: Jun. 17, 2020 at 6:01 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Auburn University officials are making plans for students to return for the fall semester.
Updated: Jun. 14, 2020 at 4:26 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
People with commission-based jobs have been having a difficult time finding their footing during the coronavirus pandemic.
Updated: Jun. 12, 2020 at 7:42 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Officials say it’s no secret that the community wants the statue moved.
Updated: Jun. 10, 2020 at 7:50 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
City of Tuskegee and Macon County officials are working together to have the confederate monument in downtown Tuskegee removed after it was vandalized on Sunday.
Updated: Jun. 7, 2020 at 6:13 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Local law enforcement now looking for ways to better connect with the people that they serve.
Updated: Jun. 5, 2020 at 10:14 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
A petition to rename three Montgomery public Schools circulating online.
Updated: Jun. 4, 2020 at 9:12 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
We’ve seen several protests taking place over the last few days on Dexter Avenue.
Updated: Jun. 3, 2020 at 10:07 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Protesters peacefully call for an end to racial injustice.
Updated: May. 31, 2020 at 7:05 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Hundreds of protesters stood on Toomer’s Corner, calling for justice and racial equality.
Updated: May. 29, 2020 at 7:24 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
As students begin registering for fall classes, community colleges are seeing an increase in applications.
Updated: May. 28, 2020 at 9:37 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to financially strain communities, organizations that rely on donations are getting hit hard.
Updated: May. 24, 2020 at 3:11 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
East Alabama Medical Center officials say that about six weeks ago the phone lines to their call centers were ringing off the hook
Updated: May. 22, 2020 at 8:13 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Child care facilities are preparing to welcome more children under amended Safer At Home order.
Updated: May. 21, 2020 at 6:03 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Marine Patrol is preparing for a busy Memorial Day weekend.
Updated: May. 20, 2020 at 8:44 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Doctors say Alabama has a high child obesity rate and urges parents to keep kids active.
Updated: May. 17, 2020 at 3:26 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Although businesses are seeing more foot traffic and more people wanting to shop local, they say that it’s difficult to make up for so much lost revenue.
Updated: May. 15, 2020 at 6:29 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Auburn businesses hoping football season brings more money.
Updated: May. 14, 2020 at 9:41 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
New hotel project approved for downtown Auburn.
Updated: May. 13, 2020 at 6:29 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Opelika officials watching legislation to annex land of formerly proposed quarry site.
Updated: May. 10, 2020 at 2:13 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Guidelines offered for graduation ceremonies.
Updated: May. 7, 2020 at 7:59 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Entertainment center implementing social distancing guidelines as they prepare to reopen.
Updated: May. 6, 2020 at 7:39 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
East Alabama leaders are feeling financial impact of COVID-19.
Updated: May. 1, 2020 at 2:19 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Maintenance workers taking extra precautions due to COVID-19.
Updated: Apr. 30, 2020 at 8:05 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Wedding industry feeling the impact of COVID-19.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2020 at 6:37 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
An Auburn native is in NYC aiding in the fight against COVID-19.
Updated: Apr. 24, 2020 at 2:45 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Amid the challenges of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Auburn University has created a tuition payment plan that eases the process of paying educational expenses.
Updated: Apr. 23, 2020 at 5:14 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Auburn Day School now has free virtual STEM lessons for children.
Updated: Apr. 22, 2020 at 7:39 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Cleaning and disinfecting companies are faced with difficult challenges as they try to do their jobs during the coronavirus pandemic.
Updated: Apr. 19, 2020 at 3:13 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Law enforcement agencies taking extra precaution due to COVID-19.
Updated: Apr. 17, 2020 at 10:35 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
People battling addiction may struggle during COVID-19 pandemic.
Updated: Apr. 16, 2020 at 6:04 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
More students could attend college locally due to COVID-19.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2020 at 5:51 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Job seekers meeting difficulty finding employment due to COVID-19.
Updated: Apr. 12, 2020 at 12:41 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Doctors moving to virtual visits amid COVID-19 pandemic.
Updated: Apr. 10, 2020 at 6:01 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
Auburn University Outreach’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute(OLLI), plans to produce 10,000 protective face masks for distribution.
Updated: Apr. 9, 2020 at 5:59 PM CDT
|By Jordyn Elston
The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System is implementing new procedures to keep veterans and staff safe during coronavirus pandemic.
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