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http://fox2now.com/2017/05/14/longtime-fox-2-reporter-john-auble-dies-at-77/ Sad news out of St. Louis today, longtime KTVI anchor/reporter John Auble passed away Saturday. Auble worked at KTVI for 23 years as an anchor before retiring six years ago in May of 2011. Auble was 77 years old. TVNT would like to extend our prayers and condolences to the family of John Auble and John's extended family at KTVI FOX 2 News. RIP And Godspeed.

Nexstar buying Tegna... NO CHANCE IN HELL!

1000 to 1 odds WSLS will be getting the WPLG logo.

Tampa Bay viewers didn't like the new format. https://www.ftvlive.com/sqsp-test/2017/4/19/thumbs-down-to-tegna-stations-new-news-format

Hartford's FOX 61 (WTIC) has bump Lorenzo Hall to co-anchor of the 10pm newscast in addition to 4pm anchoring duties. Veteran anchor Brent Hardin will drop the 10pm newscasts and continue to anchor the 5 & 11pm shows. http://www.adweek.com/tvspy/wtic-makes-changes-to-anchor-teams/188951

Folks, this has been a very difficult couple of days in the world of Local TV, we lost Rich Fisher on Friday, Jeff Jeffers on Sunday, and now a longtime Columbus meteorologist is in the fight of his life. Yesterday, 10TV (WBNS/CBS) Chief Meteorologist Chris Bradley has been diagnosed with leukemia, and its already begun chemotherapy. TVNT would like to send our prayers and get well wishes to Chris, and to his family, and to his colleagues at 10TV News. http://www.dispatch.com/news/20170327/chris-bradley-wbns-meteorologist-diagnosed-with-leukemia http://www.10tv.com/article/message-chris-bradley

Sad news out of South Bend today, it is with a heavy heart to inform you all that long time WNDU sportscaster Jeff Jeffers, The Dean of Michiana Sports has passed away yesterday morning. Jeff worked at the South Bend's NBC affiliate (WNDU) for four decades. Jeffers cared about the television station as much as anyone ever waked in the doors. Jeffers cared about Notre Dame Football, he had a passion about The Fighting Irish liked no other. Jeff was inducted into the Indiana Football hall of Fame in 2008 for his life work covering and supporting the growth of the game he loved, it was an honor he cherished. TVNT would like to take this time to offer our sincere thoughts, prayers, and condolences to Jeff wife Leslie, his four adorable children Leah Ann, Scott, Ryan and Kelly and to Jeff extended family at WNDU NewsCenter 16 in this very difficult and emotional time. Rest In Peace, Jeff and Godspeed. You're in a better place. http://www.wndu.com/content/news/WNDUs-Jeff-Jeffers-passes-away-417115853.html

Funeral services released for legendary Detroit anchor Rich Fisher, who passed away on Friday after a long battle of cancer at the age of 67. http://www.wxyz.com/news/funeral-arrangements-released-for-former-wxyz-anchor-rich-fisher http://www.lynchandsonsclawson.com/obituaries/Rich-Fisher?obId=1579987

In Honor, in memory and in tribute to the late, grat Rich Fisher.

I'm sure by now you already know, today is Greg Hurst last day at KHOU-TV. Greg posted his thank you note to the viewers on Facebook. YOU’RE NOT JUST FRIENDS, YOU’RE FAMILY! For 18 years we’ve been through a lot together and I want to thank you for being there every step of the way. Now, as I leave, to pursue new challenges and better opportunities, I want you to know, I owe you a tremendous debt of gratitude. Over the years, your thoughtful and kind words have not only been greatly appreciated, and unbelievably gracious but tremendously humbling. This journey started together in 1999. Six months into it, on an early November morning we would discover we were part of a new wave of coverage that would change the way breaking news stories were told in Houston. After getting word that a group of young people had been killed and injured when the A&M bonfire collapsed, we sent a talented team of journalists to campus. From that point on, local news in Houston would be seen anytime of the day or night and would “routinely” be extended beyond the customary 30 minute segment. We spent the next couple of days in College Station talking about what happened. We stood in shock and disbelief, and when the dust finally cleared we all mourned the loss together, just as close families do. Unfortunately, it wouldn’t be the first time we shed a tear together. We watched as evil brought down the “twin towers” and America went to war. It was a life changing experience for all of us. I was privileged to ride through the Iraqi desert with the United States Marines as they charged toward Baghdad in the Gulf War. I was able to take so many of you through Saddam Hussein’s Palace, talk with the enemy, share their stories and, by the grace of God, dodged more than a bullet or two. The timeline of tears would flow again on a beautiful, crystal clear February day in 2003. We would lose seven courageous astronauts when the Space Shuttle Columbia exploded into a dust ball of disbelief upon re-entry. Over the years, we spent too many nervous nights, watching Ike or Katrina or any of their evil siblings, splinter trees, shatter windows and blow rain sideways. We awaited the hurricane’s landfall and would bend to its will, while helplessly watching the water rise. When daybreak came, we waded through debris soaked flood water. We’d pull out the carpet, try to salvage the cars, clean up the mess, then carry on, like good Houstonians always do. Over time, I’ve had to navigate more than a few chaotic elections and hopefully provided some historical context or reasoning. I’ve also had the pleasure of being the ringmaster (moderator) for numerous debates. I would try (and at times fail miserably) to solicit straight talk from politicians who too often would try to dodge difficult questions. The search for clarity can make you crazy. I hope, along way, during some unnerving active shooter situation, hostage crisis or police chase, I’ve been able to provide some analysis or perspective, that gave you a better understanding of what was unfolding and perhaps (even when the bullets would fly) some reassurance, “it’ll be ok.” Honestly, in this job, it’s sometimes difficult to find the right words – Tragedy has a way of putting a grip on the tongue, and even leaving speech makers speechless. On those occasions, I apologize for my inadequacies. Hopefully, I pray on the balance of 18 years, that I’ve been able to provide a word or encouragement on nervous nights of uncertainty, a ray of hope when the day seemed darkest, and a voice of reason when it looked like all hell was about to break loose. Through the years we’ve watched good people come and go -- I've worked with more than 22 Anchors on the KHOU news desk – But, sometimes change can be good. In fact, good change can be productive, and life affirming. I’m happy to say, through challenges and difficulties, the one that has never changed is your loyalty to “The Spirit of Texas” and a station that “Stands for Houston.” I could not have been prouder to be a part of it. I've been humbled and honored that you gave me a front row seat on one of life’s great stages and I’ll never be able to thank you enough for so many great memories. God Bless you all, Greg Hurst

There's is absolutely no adequate way to describe Rich Fisher... Legendary, Perspective, and Quintessential. And I know Rich and the late, great Bill Bonds are now together anchoring the news up in the good lord above. Rich Fisher's contributions throughout the entire Metro Detroit area were great and respectful. Fisher worked anchored, with THE BEST in Detroit Television at WXYZ, WJBK and WKBD/WWJ bar none. Makupeson, Briscoe, Conway, Bonds, Lewis, Perkins, Margolis, Feldman, Zaret, Edwards, Materre, Hodak, Glover, and many others who worked along side him. They'll never be, I mean this from the heart; they'll never another broadcaster and communicator than Rich Fisher. TVNT would like to offer our extended heartfelt thoughts, prayers and condolences to Rich Fisher's family, and his extended TV family at FOX 2 (WJBK), ABC 7 (WXYZ) and CW 50/CBS 62 (WKBD/WWJ) in this very difficult and emotional time. Rest in Peace, Rich Fisher and Godspeed. Rich Fisher (1949-2017)

FTVLive is reporting that former NBC 5 (KXAS) Anchor/Reporter Deanna Dewberry has been hired by Rochester's 10NBC (WHEC) to be their new main anchor vacated by the retired Janet Lomax. Also, the station also hired former WIS News 10 anchor Charles Molineaux to be their new Nightside Reporter. https://www.ftvlive.com/sqsp-test/2017/3/23/first-on-ftvlive-former-dallas-reporter-headed-to-rochester

Next to KHOU legends like Steve Smith, Marlene McClinton, and the late Sylvan Rodriguez; Greg Hurst (A close personal friend of mine) is Houston news legend in my book. I'll miss him at 5 & 6PM, but we'll always keep in touch on Facebook. As for who succeeding him, expect Len Cannon to be promoted to the 5 and 6PM in addition to his 4 & 10PM duties. This is from July of 1999 when Greg was hired in June to take over for the retired Steve Smith.

Add another departure to the list, but this Des Moines news legend is retiring. http://www.adweek.com/tvspy/des-moines-anchor-announces-retirement/187486

All of us at TVNT are sending out prayers to Pittsburgh's WTAE anchor Kelly Frey who is battling breast cancer. Our thoughts and prayers are with Kelly and her family, and her extended family at Action News 4 WTAE. https://www.ftvlive.com/sqsp-test/2017/3/11/pittsburgh-anchor-in-cancer-fight http://www.post-gazette.com/local/region/2017/03/10/WTAE-anchor-Kelly-Frey-breast-cancer-beginning-treatment/stories/201703100179

WJBK did the same thing in 1990.

KTVB/Bosie, ID - Noon Close (1999)

Here's a better photo for you.

CRM Studios, didn't used to be The Studios of Las Colinas?

KTVT has named a newly hired News Director, and her name is Andrea Parquet-Taylor. Parquet-Taylor has been News Director at WNCN (CBS) in Raleigh-Durham. http://www.adweek.com/tvspy/dallas-cbs-station-names-news-director/184841

Hard to believe it, but it's been 25 years ago that Washington DC television, and WUSA would never be the same. It was 25 years ago this past Saturday that we lost the legendary Glenn Brenner on January 14, 1992. Let's keep Glenn's memory and legacy alive. Rest in peace Glenn, and Godspeed.

Katie Moore of New Orleans WWL (CBS) is changing roles. Moore will stepping away from the anchor desk to focusing on investigative reporting 5 days a week. http://www.adweek.com/tvspy/new-orleans-anchor-moves-to-investigative-reporting/184278 Long-time anchor Anne Holt of Nashville's WKRN (ABC) announced on last night newscast she's stepping away from the anchor desk after 36 years at the end of this month. Holt has been at WKRN for 40 years when she joined in 1976 and became primary anchor in 1980. Holt and her co-anchor Bob Mueller had become the longest running anchor team in the history of Tennessee Television for over 30 years since 1984. http://www.adweek.com/tvspy/anne-holt-to-step-away-from-anchor-desk-after-36-years/184259 And on a emotional note, Sports Anchor Kristen Berset of Washington DC's WUSA (CBS) is taking time off from the newscasts to battle her second fight with breast cancer. No woman should ever have to fight this deadly disease, and let's hope there's a cure is right around the corner. TVNT is wishing KB all the best and command her courage and strength to kick cancer's ass second time, and looking forward to seeing you on the news again soon. http://www.wusa9.com/news/local/wusa9s-kristen-berset-battles-cancer-for-second-time/386551897

Tegna and MGM to launch a live syndicated daytime show in the fall. http://deadline.com/2017/01/bold-daytime-show-syndication-tegna-media-mgm-1201887578/

Another change at Raycom's Cleveland 19 CBS (WOIO). First it was Denise Dufala who stepped down after 21 years at WOIO and now Romona Robinson is taking a small step towards retirement. Robinson, who became the first african american woman to anchor a nightly newscast in Cleveland since 1987 is leaving the 11PM late news this month, but will continue to anchor Cleveland 19 News at 4 & 6PM. http://www.ftvlive.com/sqsp-test/2017/1/12/stepping-down-in-cleveland