OTHELLO, Wash. — An Othello High School graduate is proving that even from a small town in the Inland Northwest, dreams of making it big in Hollywood can come true.

Bethany Vargas, who grew up in Othello, has spent more than a decade working toward her goal of becoming a director. Today, she’s gaining recognition around the world for her work behind the camera—directing projects for iconic artists and brands.

“It’s been a rollercoaster,” Vargas told KREM 2 News. “I think I always knew from the beginning that I wanted to live in this fantasy and create.”

Vargas said growing up in a rural community helped inspire her to explore life beyond her hometown. “Because it’s such a small town, there’s not a lot to do,” she said. “You feel really inspired about what else is out there—like there’s

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