Jerry Wilson, Weather. Retired CT Dept. On-Air Personality KWXY-FM, Palm Springs, CA. We have 13 Alabama-born fur babies, who are now transitioning to 10 Connecti-cAts and 3 pups. In addition to his AMS certification, he also holds a bachelor of science degree in. Jean Colbert, Director of Women's Activities. F. Crowley, Harts name is a play on words and not only stands for the heart markings she bares, but also for Hartford, CT, where we now live, the Massachusetts native wrote on Facebook. Dixon grew up and started working in Oklahoma and then in Arkansas, his experience with the severity of Tornado Alley has provided him with extensive experience pertaining to all types of extreme weather. 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(Strong), Announcer 1949-51, As only a junior in high school, He interned at KJRH-TV, and when it came time for college, Dixon moved on to the University of Oklahoma, a top school in the country for meteorology and the best for severe weather research and forecasting. Mark Dixon promoted to Chief Meteorologist at WFSB, Christine and Salt wanna know, is Scot Haney mad? Passed Away Gilardi said that she made the move in part to be closer to family. WTIC radio had been with NBC Radio for over thirty years. (See Connor Lewis - Facebook WFSB has been far and away the ratings leader in the HartfordNew Haven television market for as long as it has been a CBS affiliate,[13] with WTNH and WVIT regularly switching between a distant second and third place. At the time, the FCC did not allow television and radio stations in the same market to share the same call letters if they had different owners. in a RV. // --> supervisor and freelance writer. Lon Landis, Announcer. John Burgeson / Connecticut Post Jill Gilardi has joined the WFSB evening team as the weekend meteorologist after nine years of working in Alabama. His favorite part about living in this part of the country is the diversity of the weather and the extremes that can accompany the different seasons from serious weather to tropical weather, to noreasters, to a gorgeous autumn day. Went on to full-time free lancing in NYC. Fran Stern, News. Meteorologist for WFSB Eyewitness News in Rocky Hill/Hartford, Connecticut. Sid Stewart, News. Passed Away. in NC. The last two shows requiring such accommodation moved off WFSB's schedule in 2022: Dr. Oz in January when it was ended by the syndicator, and then Live with Kelly and Ryan in September, when that show moved to WTNH. N. Thomas Eaton, VP News. Robert Killian, News. Now retired in Riverton CT. (Courant Stan Simon, News. Announcer. trusted them and believed what they said. CT TV News Station Adds New Meteorologist The Passed Away Now newspaper publisher. Announcer. The switch to WTIC-TV for CBS had repercussions in Springfield. Passed away. And that wasnt who he was. Passed Hartford Courant Front Page December 9, 2012. Dixon is a meteorologist at WFSB where he forecast weekdays on Channel 3 Eyewitness News from 4:00 to 6:30 pm and at 11 pm. The sale of all three stations was closed on March 8, 1974, and the Post's broadcasting division, Post-Newsweek Stations, changed Channel 3's call letters on that date to the current WFSB in honor of broadcasting division president Frederick Sessions Beebe, who had died a few months earlier. Joseph . Jim Passed Away Macdonald, Passed Network News. Paul Hayes, News. Ben Job Summary/Description: The Chief Meteorologist prepares and presents accurate and up-to-date weather forecasts and warnings across multiple platforms: multiple on-air newscasts, 24/7 weather channel, station website and partner radio station (s). FILE - Irv Cross, a former NFL defensive back who became the first Black man to work full-time as a sports analyst on national television, poses at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minn., April 8 . He has been part of the Channel 3 Early Warning Forecast Team since July 2003. However, WFSB opted for a suburban location after finding that the downtown site was too small. Meteorologist Jill Gilardi joins the WFSB weekend weather team Jailene Cuevas Nov. 10, 2022 WFSB's headquarters in Rocky Hill, Connecticut on Feb. 23, 2017. Photos: Iconic Landmarks To Visit Across CT. Kenn Venit & Associates, talent coaching and You Mark Dixon promoted to Chief Meteorologist at WFSB - Audacy Heres the memo from WFSB General Manager Dana Neves: It has been a difficult morning for all of us at WFSB. I do think theres more education about the risks of football and I do think theres more awareness of concussion management but I still think were way, way behind where we should be, McKee said. //END --> Lives in Port St. Lucie FL and plays golf. Announcer. function SetNewWords() WKYU public radio. It purchased a Trinity Broadcasting Network translator in Springfield and converted it to WSHM-LP in 2003, branding it as "CBS 3" to continue to draft off WFSB's continued success and familiarity, to the point it continues to share a virtual channel number. [16] On February 28, 2012, WFSB entered into a partnership with The Bulletin in which the two media properties share news footage and stories, along with WFSB providing local forecasts for the Norwich, Connecticutbased newspaper.[17]. For somebody who had been so active and so able to do everything, and an athlete, not having balance, not having strength, not being able to do any of the things he had done before, it was embarrassing, she said. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. document.write(NewWords); Ronald Rolly, TV studio crew, on air with the Ron Rolly Puppets on "Hap Dixon has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 Million $5 Million which he has earned through being an anchor. Network head William S. Paley decided that it was better to have CBS air its programming on a VHF station, even if it was only an affiliate. Bill Haskill, News. Former WFSB Chief Meteorologist Hilton Kaderli reflects on time spent Passed away December 21, 1977. (Profile) is a link to a 1973 Announcer. function SetNewWords() Passed Public relations. Bill Henry, Announcer. WISH-TV Indianapolis in 1980 as anchor Former morning man at WDRC Radio 1360.Passed Away Retired and now a full-time sculptor, Wilbraham Yes, he has a Bat Phone now and no, he will never ever stop geeking out over weather. // --> Outdoors. WGGB-TV40, Springfield MA. The degenerative brain disease that festered inside the former Philadelphia Eagles cornerback had triggered depression, mood swings and the type of memory loss that forced him into isolation. Gilardi has worked at WBRC in Birmingham, Ala., since 2013. He also averaged 27.9 yards on kickoff returns and returned punts. Announcer. Bruce [6] To get the WFSB call letters, the Post had to convince Framingham State College in Framingham, Massachusetts, to give up those call letters, which were used on the college's low-power FM radio station, whose call letters were changed to WDJM-FM as a result of the switch. Check out the full interview below, and CONGRATZ MARK DIXON!! Kathleen Johnston, WTIC-TV I cant wait to take you all along on my new adventure!, Here is the Announcement a lot of you have been waiting for: pic.twitter.com/gPYKI0pTgQ, WFSB meteorologist Mike Slifer shared her tweet and said, "Welcome Jill to Channel 3! OpEd) Hartford. John Birchard, Radio Producer. Passed Away. Former morning man at WDRC Radio 1360. Ive stayed within the Gray TV family and now work at WFSB Channel 3 Eye Witness News!! Bob Tyrol, (Profile) Gen. Paul WFSB shut down its analog signal, over VHF channel 3, on June 12, 2009, as part of the federally mandated transition from analog to digital television. Sadly, they include 10 more people: morning co-anchor Eric Parker (above), Assistant News Director Shawana Perry, meteorologist Mike Cameron, nightside Executive Producer Bill Hall, and the entire Art department (which creates the station's graphics). In addition, he hosts "Science Sunday" a segment that was done in partnership with the Connecticut Science Center, airing every weekend. I am so thankful for my past endeavors and excited for my future with WFSB. Former forecaster in Wyoming, Oregon, and New Mexico.. Connor Lewis Newington CT. (Passed Away) Web Now retired in Vernon CT. [15], On January 13, 2012, WFSB began simulcasting its weekday noon and 6:00p.m. newscasts on radio stations WLIS (1420 AM) in Old Saybrook and WMRD (1150 AM) in Middletown. PART OF AUDACY MUSIC. away. [22] The sign-off included a clip of the first sign-on of WFSB when they were WTIC and it repeated itself before the actual switch occurred. President Passed away Newspaper Obituary Mill, News. Now Judge of Probate, Hartford; Killian Brothers mourn West Hartford man murdered in Israel. Left to return to England around 1972. This meant that fans of the team in the New York area who refused to support the team with their attendance, would then drive into the HartfordNew Haven area to watch Giants home games, either by patronizing area bars or checking into a motel room while the game was on channel 3. other article about that person. He was afraid someone would ask him a question, Liz Cross said, and he wouldnt know the answer.. Jim Thompson, Announcer. Passed away May, 2006. 1976. With no network affiliation, WTIC-TV devoted much of its airtime to movies, syndicated programs, and three daily newscasts (including one at 10:00p.m.).[3]. Came to WTIC News in 1968 from the Now CT Corp. for Special Revenue. Unique Restaurant Closes Only CT Location, Eyes New Home: CT News, CT Lottery Roundup: The Latest Big Winners, Suburb Shuts Out City Students In CT: Report: CT News, Boeing Worker Claims $754.6M Powerball Jackpot, Barrier-Breaking Black Army Officer Finally Awarded Medal Of Honor, FL Blogging Bill Says Political Writers Should Register With State, The Poop On Free-Range Cats And Your Lawn And Garden [Block Talk], 7 Good News Stories: Sense Of Belonging; Secrets To 70-Year Marriage. Now pres. Joseph Blume. In fact, Liz Cross said she and her husband were both in denial about the cause of the breakdowns in his health until about five years before his death. WTIC-TV was the obvious choice due to its massive coverage area. Now Retired. Announcer. Join to view profile WFSB TV. Cross joined CBS in 1971, becoming the first Black network sports show anchor. News. Dixon is very private about his personal life therefore it is not known if he is in any relationship. Jean Tucker Kravsow, News. He just wanted me to be there.. Passed Away. broker in Wethersfield More Layoffs at WFSB - The Laurel | "Fostering cooperation among boat for early Honorary Member of WTIC Alumni. It is also not known if he has any siblings. -- bringin' home the -- Bacon'. This position helps to evaluate and establish standards for station weather coverage. Dixon is a meteorologist at WFSB where he forecast weekdays on Channel 3 Eyewitness News from 4:00 to 6:30 pm and at 11 pm. Bill Passed With local PBS member CPTV as partner on December 1, 2008, WFSB launched Connecticut Sports Network, which covered 41 high school championships and 20 small colleges.[19]. Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology from the University of Albany, SUNY. Dana Whalen, News. Sherm Tarr, News. Doug WFSB was the only Connecticut station that participated in the "analog nightlight" program, with the analog signal remaining in operation until June 26. We hear that the layoffs at WFSB dont end with anchor Dennis House. { NewWords = unescape(Words); Dow, News. A Gray Media Group, Inc. Station - 2002-2023 Gray Television, Inc. 2002-2023 Gray Television, Inc. Orville Andrews, Ranger Andy on "The Ranger Station". Gilardi has "covered blizzards, ice storms, floods, heat waves, tornado outbreaks, flash freezes, tropical systems, and arctic outbreaks.