Happy Friday to all who celebrate!
In this week’s edition of stories we didn’t write up for one reason or another, we see the usual to and fro of local TV talent, while a station in San Antonio honors the memory of a former anchor who died from breast cancer.
Graham Media’s WJXT Jacksonville, Florida, is bringing back its Hyundai Hometown Heroes contest. The initiative seeks to spotlight veterans whose courage, sacrifice and contributions continue to make a lasting impact on their community and beyond. Click here for the story.
Scripps-owned Fox affiliate WXMI Grand Rapids, Michigan, is adding veteran meteorologist Terri DeBoer, bringing over three decades of experience forecasting weather for West Michigan. DeBoer will begin her new role in mid-November. Click here for more.
After more than a decade with KLFY News 10, Dalfred Jones, one of the station’s most popular news anchors, has announced that he’s moving on to a new opportunity. Known for his Dial Dalfred segments and his strong connection with the community, Jones has been a staple in Acadiana homes, building trust in the community through his news coverage and helping residents voice their concerns through his reporting. Click here for more.
“It’s like finding myself again.” WCNC Charlotte’s Kayland Hagwood shares journey to hair freedom, after cutting most of her hair off in one big chop. Click here for the story.
A face familiar to TV viewers in Toledo is retiring after a 40-year career in broadcast journalism. Diane Larson announced her retirement from 13 Action News in a WTVG story posted late Wednesday afternoon. Here’s the story.
In memory of KABB anchor Karen Martinez, the Healing Hearts Gala is hosting their annual Healing Hearts Telethon on Fox SA and News 4 San Antonio. Proceeds from the telethon go to benefit the ThriveWell Cancer Foundation of San Antonio, a nonprofit organization that was close to Martinez’s heart. Click here for more.
Online video can be a profitable segment for stations but its infrastructure demands are daunting and costly. Click here for the story from TV Technology.