Rene Ray de la Cruz

Rene Ray De La Cruz is a seasoned reporter and photographer with over a decade of experience at Gannett's USA TODAY NETWORK, where contributions have garnered attention from major media outlets including ABC and NBC. In addition, Rene serves as a video and media producer for High Desert Reporter, aiding various community organizations through storytelling mediums. With a long-standing role as pastor at Living Springs Church, Rene shares the gospel in Hesperia. Previous experience includes marketing and public relations at High Desert Mavericks and a supervisory position in marketing at McDonald's, where a career began from entry-level positions to managing multi-million dollar stores. Rene's educational background includes studies at Victor Valley College, the School of Pastoral Nurture, and multiple programs at Calvary Chapel Bible College.