Christopher Wheelock

Sun Journal

A long-time journalist, Christopher got his start with Armed Forces Radio & Television after college. Seventeen years at CNN International brought exposure to major national and international stories from 9/11 and wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to natural disasters like the 2004 Asia tsunami and earthquake. Christopher's local news experience includes stops in Colorado, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. His print and digital experience includes business writing and photography in Michigan. Business has always held a special place in his heart, as a former business owner and senior writer for one of CNNI’s top business anchors. He's proudly married to a Michigander, loves cooking, anything outdoors and two fat strays. He is excited to make Maine his new home.

Latest

Published
June 18, 2023

‘You have to be an artist’: Tyrone Jones shaping a new career as a barber

Working: Urban barber reaches out to help veterans with mobility issues.
Published
June 15, 2023

Tambrands expansion continues at hectic pace

Since 2000, the company has invested more than $350 million in the Auburn plant.
Published
June 15, 2023

Sliders Sports Pub hopes to become a cornhole destination in Lewiston

Plans are to fill the massive 9,000-square-foot space in the Lewiston mall with seven boards, a retail pro shop, restaurant seating, bar and a stage for live music and events.
Published
June 14, 2023

Lunch-only destination opens on Lisbon Street

Tambrands expansion continues at hectic pace; Sliders Sports Pub hoping to become Lewiston’s cornhole destination and more.
Published
June 12, 2023

Voters resoundingly reject RSU 4 budget

Wales-based school district must reassess, then start budget process again.
Published
June 9, 2023

Picker House Lofts ‘wall breaking’ signals further development of affordable apartments in Lewiston

Ceremonial kickoff for anchor project of Lewiston’s riverfront redevelopment plan has been years in the making.
Published
June 8, 2023

Fidium Fiber internet service available in parts of Lewiston and Auburn

About 18,000 homes and small businesses can order service; full coverage of area expected in coming weeks.
Published
June 1, 2023

Auburn’s The 1800 Club closes its doors for good

The 1800 Club at 34 Court St. in Auburn closed May 18.
Published
June 1, 2023

Afro Taste Restaurant and Lounge grand opening coming soon

“There is nothing like this in the Lewiston-Auburn area,” Owner Gael Karomba said.
Published
June 1, 2023

Issues at Auburn-Lewiston Municipal Airport continue to frustrate aviation community

Another staffing crunch led airport officials to issue a notification that no fuel would be available from last Sunday afternoon through Tuesday morning.