Bayley was born and raised in Waverly, Nebraska where she developed a love of the small town and the people in it.

Bayley knew she wanted to tell stories from a young age - she was constantly writing short stories; English class was always her favorite subject. When she joined the school newspaper at Waverly High, her fate was sealed.

She graduated from Doane University with a degree in Journalism and a minor in sociology in 2017. At Doane she was editor-in-chief of the school’s newspaper and feature magazine.

Since graduation, Bayley’s been doing what she loves most - meeting Nebraskans and sharing their stories. She strongly believes each person has a story to tell, and strives to find the “human” in every story she writes.

In her free time, Bayley spends time with her husband family and two cats (Lily and Garbage). She's recently forayed into rescuing stray and feral cats (occasionally raccoons). You can also find her crocheting or reading.

Bayley is 10/11's Senior Reporter and specializes in investigative content. If you have a concern you'd like Bayley to investigate, email TURNTO1011@1011NOW.COM.