Daybreak 288 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 I was wondering if this story from FTVLive is true. They are saying that Sharrie Williams of KTVT is going to be the new 5 p.m. anchor at WPVI. If this is true What happens to Monica and Shirleen??? Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess 1115 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 Puzzling outright. Rick and Monica earned that spot. No idea why they'd change or add to that. Don't think it's gonna be 5pm despite what this says. Maybe weekend if they've decided to go with a team. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98216 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVNewsLover 779 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 Weird because other sites and her twitter are confirming the 5pm anchor spot. Could they be going with three anchors (a la Alicia on the 4pm)? Could Jim be getting a co-anchor (Monica)? Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98219 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5577 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 Could Jim be getting a co-anchor (Monica)? Would that be the craziest thing I've ever heard? Not quite. Unrealistic? Not at all. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98221 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChesapeakeTV 311 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 I'd agree with 24994J on both points there. They could possibly be trying to set her up to succeed Jim if/when he retires. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98222 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasTVNews 1377 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 I'm afraid its all true. It's our loss in Dallas, that your gain in Philly. http://unclebarky.com/dfw_files/7347edd05fc19ae9d363ee9daaeee269-3011.html Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98227 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Action Newsroom 1281 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 WELL. This is one shocking shake-up no one saw coming. What will happen to 6 next, after this? We shall see. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98229 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5577 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 I'm sorry, and I mean no offense, but two anchors of the same race named Williams on the same newscast? That's just gonna confuse the less-intelligent viewers to no end. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98232 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycnews4 12 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 This is surprising to say the least, I wonder what is going to happen to Monica. Maybe she will just move back to noon and Sarah will permanently move to weekend evenings. I doubt that they would demote or get rid of Monica so I assume that she wanted less work and if this is the case then Rick and Monica will still anchor together. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98233 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BehindNYNews 147 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 This is surprising to say the least, I wonder what is going to happen to Monica. Maybe she will just move back to noon and Sarah will permanently move to weekend evenings. I doubt that they would demote or get rid of Monica so I assume that she wanted less work and if this is the case then Rick and Monica will still anchor together. I wouldn't be surprised if they give Jim a co-anchor. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98236 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5577 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 Adding a third wheel to the 5 is the best outcome, Monica joining Jim is next best (though highly controversial). ANYTHING else is incredibly unfortunate. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98241 Share on other sites More sharing options...
newscopter7 232 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 My wild baseless speculation: Monica's joining Jim at 6 & 11 pm as part of a plan for his retirement. When Jim retires, Rick will join Monica. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98246 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVNewsLover 779 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 I wonder if the short term plan is: Mornings: Matt & Tamala Noon: Rick & Sharrie 4pm: Brian & Shirleen 5pm: Rick & Sharrie 6pm: Jim & Monica 10pm: Brian & Shirleen 11pm: Jim & Monica Weekends 6pm & 11pm: Walter and Sarah Weekend Mornings: Eva & Nydia Brian would take Jim's spot at 6pm once Jim retires, and Rick would take Jim's 11pm spot. But honestly, they did not need to hire a new anchor to have a succession plan. They could have had Shirleen co-anchor at 6pm, and Monica at 11pm, and then have Brian take over at 6pm once Jim retires, and Rick the 11pm once Jim retires. Give Matt & Tamala the Noon news. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98262 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BehindNYNews 147 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 I wonder if the short term plan is: Mornings: Matt & Tamala Noon: Rick & Sharrie 4pm: Brian & Shirleen 5pm: Rick & Sharrie 6pm: Jim & Monica 10pm: Brian & Shirleen 11pm: Jim & Monica Weekends 6pm & 11pm: Walter and Sarah Weekend Mornings: Eva & Nydia Brian would take Jim's spot at 6pm once Jim retires, and Rick would take Jim's 11pm spot. But honestly, they did not need to hire a new anchor to have a succession plan. They could have had Shirleen co-anchor at 6pm, and Monica at 11pm, and then have Brian take over at 6pm once Jim retires, and Rick the 11pm once Jim retires. Give Matt & Tamala the Noon news. With this hire, I think this is exactly what will happen. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98265 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYPhillynews 103 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 Could the new 5pm news team consist of Monica & Sharrie? Is WPVI mimicking WABC"s popular 5pm anchor duo "Diana Williams & Sade Baderinwa"? I'm intrigued as to why they just didn't give Shirleen the 5pm seat...interesting, Maybe it has something to do with contracts. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98269 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrknowitall526 115 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 Wow - I'm shocked - especially after Rick and Monica marking their 25th anniversary anchoring together a few months ago. I'm surprised they keep hiring new people for anchors, instead of promoting a reporter. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98289 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThunderJay27 45 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 There's too many questions. A few are... *Has Jim given 6 officials his notice that he's just about ready to retire? And if so, are ready to replace him with 2 anchors or 1 solo? *Is 6 about to go with 2 anchors all around? Since they didn't pair JIm with Lisa Thomas-Laury, why not the next most popular female anchor at the station? *Is this a temp thing while one of their anchors is on maternity leave? *Is this a panic move to compete with 10? Just speculation, fun speculation, until we actually hear what's going on. I expect to hear something soon I think. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98293 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5577 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 There's too many questions. A few are... *Has Jim given 6 officials his notice that he's just about ready to retire? And if so, are ready to replace him with 2 anchors or 1 solo? *Is 6 about to go with 2 anchors all around? Since they didn't pair JIm with Lisa Thomas-Laury, why not the next most popular female anchor at the station? *Is this a temp thing while one of their anchors is on maternity leave? *Is this a panic move to compete with 10? Just speculation, fun speculation, until we actually hear what's going on. I expect to hear something soon I think. Precisely. We don't really know anything yet. Frankly, I don't think the station really wanted this bit of news to be know just yet. Besides, I really just wanted a reason to use this in an appropriate context... Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98297 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess 1115 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 The only thing I can think of would be a 3pm Action News. Which would be complete overkill but they really don't have anything else to replace Katie with. Other than that I have no clue. Breaking up or adding to the Rick and Monica team would be suicide. And I don't think Jim has any plans of going away anytime soon. (And I would not be shocked if his contract specifies that he anchors solo.) So calm down, everyone. ...this is why I want to figure out how to get access to nielsens... Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98298 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BehindNYNews 147 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 And I don't think Jim has any plans of going away anytime soon. I'm sorry but that is a total assumption on your part. He could very well be leaving next week and we don't know... Breaking up or adding to the Rick and Monica team would be suicide. Well if the articles are true, one of these is happening. The only thing I can think of would be a 3pm Action News. I enjoy the 4pm news but 3pm would be way overkill. WPVI and WABC should join and create a local program that isn't news and air it at both stations. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98309 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycnews4 12 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 Nothing against Action News but it is about time that they change some stuff up. The station is outdated (everything screams 70s) but it has worked for the time until recently when NBC 10 began to catch up to them and they squirmed to change things around. I wouldn't mind if Monica joined Jim and I'd hope he isn't such a diva that he couldn't share his seat with a woman. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98320 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrknowitall526 115 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 I'd imagine lots of complaints and phone calls/Twitter/Facebook messages if Monica and Rick aren't together, like when they tried to change the music. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98328 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoseRM303 171 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 According to this article http://www.unclebarky.com/dfw.html Sharrie will anchor at 5 and report at 11 PM. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98332 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess 1115 Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 I'm sorry but that is a total assumption on your part. He could very well be leaving next week and we don't know... Trust me. If Jim Gardner was leaving the station next week, we WOULD know. It would make the front pages of every newspaper in the region. It'd be on every media website. They actually brand the 6 and 11 newscasts as "Action News with Jim Gardner". The only other newscasts that have the "with " part are the evening newscasts and the late night shows. Well if the articles are true, one of these is happening. We're basing reports off of one tweet and one report. The last ratings period they issued a press release for (last year) stated that almost a third of households watched their 5pm. Rick and Monica are an incredibly successful duo. I enjoy the 4pm news but 3pm would be way overkill. I agree - 3pm news would be too much. But as I said, the ABC O&Os don't have anything to replace it with, at least not for this coming season. And obviously ABC can't take back the 3pm hour. Here's the honest answer: We don't know how the stations are doing. We don't have a local reporter who can get the ratings books and see the overall trends. The Inquirer and Daily News stopped covering local TV years ago. The ratings reports that we get come from press releases, which are inherently biased. As I've stated, I WOULD LOVE TO BE ABLE TO SEE THE NIELSENS. I just don't know how, and how much it'd cost me! Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98372 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrknowitall526 115 Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 As I've stated, I WOULD LOVE TO BE ABLE TO SEE THE NIELSENS. I just don't know how, and how much it'd cost me! Laura Nachman used to report on them on her website (http://lauranachman.wordpress.com/) a long time ago (10+ years). Maybe she would know? Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/13315-new-5-pm-anchor-at-wpvi/#findComment-98395 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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