Those guys move around a good bit- they know how that game is played. If convicted, Roesler could face up to fifteen years in prison and fines of up to$30,000(aggravated assault is a class three felony in South Dakota, per S.D. In the late 1990s, WLTX hired longtime WIS weatherman Jim Gandy shortly after the former station was purchased by Gannett. "I have authority over my body," Bohnak wrote in a Facebook post announcing his termination. Chief Meteorologist Dominic Brown joined WIS-TV as chief meteorologist in June 2017. John Farley has been let go as chief meteorologist at WIS-TV- Columbia's NBC affiliate. Some of us will, in fact, see some storms on Friday. I have documented on multiple A former TV weatherman accused of sexually assaulting a young girl will avoid a felony conviction and pay at least $288 in fines if he successfully completes the terms of an agreement reached with prosecutors. The retarded down syndrome blog with no legs and rectal cranial inversion will be kept alive on life support for many years until god calls her back home. Dominic began his career at WCTI-TV, the ABC affiliate in Eastern North Carolina. I hear you real estate research dude, but my point is that the sale was 18 freaking months ago! And it comes in the wake of a poorly handled and publicly messy termination of former WIS anchor Ben Hoover more than a year ago. Ive worked in TV 15 years. Tim Miller has accepted the position as Chief Meteorologist at WJBF in Augusta, Ga. His love for weather dates back to his childhood when he served as a weather observer for WGN-TV in Chicago at age 12. His 1 year contract was not renewed. Why do you think there are so many ex-Columbia residents in Lexington? Drought conditions have gotten worse across the Midlands. What. Tis but an abortion of a website, not an infant. Wis you made a bad decision. It being the back story surrounding the controversial dismissal of WIS TV 10 (NBC Columbia, S.C.) news anchor Ben Hoover. A graduate of Minnesota State University Moorhead, Roesler was on the university's golf [] Roesler graduated fromMinnesota State University Moorheadwith a degree in mass communication. COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - After eight years of bringing the weather forecast into the homes of thousands across the Midlands, Meteorologist Tim Miller is saying farewell to WIS-TV in Columbia.. However, much cooler weather is right around the corner. CLICK HERE. You Get em FITS.please.. . This is just a case where a good ole boy got to big for his britches and bit the hand that feeds him. Contests. Dominic is also a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. If she doesnt then why is she still employed at WIS with years of mismanagement and poor decision making under her belt. was made clear that management did not wish to renew early on in that Ok so we finally got it. Chris Trainor is a retail reporter for The State and has been working for newspapers in South Carolina for more than 18 years, including previous stops at the (Greenwood) Index-Journal and the (Columbia) Free Times. Tanner said while he loves forecasting the weather, and always will, he is ready for a different chapter., Im excited about the future, he told The State while stressing that he leaves WIS-TV on great terms.. She has both. Were tracking even more storms and more 90s in your forecast, but a little relief from the heat is on the way. Before that, he was chief. And, nobody deserves to get half of It being the back story surrounding the controversial dismissal of WIS TV 10 (NBC Columbia, S.C.) news anchor Ben Hoover. He goes on to apologize to his employers at Spectrum, who eventually found out about his actions as well as his audience, family, friends, and coworkers for any embarrassment he's caused. Its a personal decision. Nice looking kids. Tanner is a Certified Broadcast Meteorologist and holds seals of approval from both the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association. Got a technical question or a glitch to report? Got a technical question or a glitch to report? community. Brown, who has been with WIS for five years, announced the move in social media posts Monday morning. Erick Adame says he was fired from his job as a NY1 weatherman after nude photos of him from an adult webcam video he performed in were sent to his employer. The other guy asks, But what if I cant find you? Ill be behind the piano.. I think this says alot about Donita Todd: https://www.facebook.com/#!/photo.php?fbid=10101248081781085&set=pb.18413170.-2207520000.1404845012.&type=3&theater. One person killed walking on Richland County Interstate, You can get some of the best tacos in SC at these 10 restaurants in 2023, Yelp says, Former SC governor, Trump ally Nikki Haley coming to Myrtle Beach as she runs for president, Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison for murders of wife, son in June 2021, Alex Murdaughs attorneys say theyll appeal double-murder conviction, South Carolinians praise the $2B electric vehicle company coming to Richland County, Two Lexington County men charged with sexual exploitation of a minor. Sara grew up in Athens, Georgia (Go Dawgs!) The preliminary process involves testing the market and honing content, based on audience reaction.. SC is a right-to-work state. It is but an infant right now. Lets just dump Donita instead. He was the first black meteorologist in that stations history as well. WIS on Sunday released a statement about the departure of former anchor Ben Hoover, who told fans he was leaving the station Friday. She played golf for the Dragons, and got her start as an intern with the schools athletics department. And, in SC, as a right to work state, non-competes are very hard to enforce, but costly to fight. She has a future in this business.. Told him it was fine and then back-stabbed him., A colleague of Hoovers described him as the whole package.. Here is the statement: "During the last several days much has . So tell us Emily, do you spend more time on your blog or on Wills blog? planned to have a co-anchor with me in the field at Oliver Gospel I want Kamie back., Ive been impressed by her, one former television executive told us. Maybe you should try his tried and true theory over on your blog, God knows you need the help. Of course, we also noted that as good as Roesler is (and as bright as her future may be), her alleged lapse of judgment does have her staring down averyserious charge as well as some potentially serious criminal and professional consequences., We will continue to keep our readers apprised as to the latest developments regarding Roeslers charges and her future in the news business . It is clearly written that way and signed by the person (in this case Ben Hoover) voluntarily, so even in right to work states, these non-competes, especially in media are very easily enforced. discussion and that I had done nothing wrong.. Kevin Arnone is a weather reporter/anchor with a B.S. His weather interest started at a very young age. When you think youre having the worst day of anybody in the world, just remember, theres a Mr. Todd. I know two people who have been sued for violating the non-compete clause in their contract. He was the station's first black meteorologist. Now, Hes Suing For Discrimination, Tim Scott Draws A 2022 GOP Primary Challenger, #SC2018: Henry McMasters Lead Is Huge, But Fragile, Alex Murdaugh Sentenced To Life Behind Bars, LIVE FEED Murdaugh Murders Trial: Alex Murdaugh Sentencing Hearing, Murdaugh Murders Trial: Alex Murdaugh Guilty On All Counts. Trite and empty insults, with no content other than hate, are a sure sign of the mindless and ignorant. We are so excited to welcome a new anchor to our FOX 47 team! Judy is sweet hopefully one day shell leave on her own and we will see her on another station. Were tracking temperatures in the 20s & 30s! A news anchor who punched out at WIS TV-10(NBC Columbia, S.C.) last fall after only one year at the station has been hired as to anchor the news in her home state of Minnesota. Give her a warm Med City welcome! Like Balsak: Yes, Shifty, I KNOW that my sign says Open 24 Hours but NOT in a row!. Non-Compete Employee Contract Clauses are not legal in South Carolina. meant when I said that I was caught off guard. The Emmy-nominated weatherman came clean on Instagram Monday about his decade-long secret appearances on an adult webcam website, apologizing and saying he was getting professional help for the. Rick first joined WIS in 1988 as an anchor/reporter. Dylan Collins is the Executive Producer at WIS-TV. One instance that irked me was the opinion piece about the guy that won the $400MM lottery and her telling him how he ought to spend his money by spreading it around to what she thought were the best programs that could use help. Brown has become a fixture on Columbia TV, particularly during WIS First Alert broadcasts during strong storms. Bohnak said this week that he was fired after 33 years as the station's . State. Ive been put in a position to consider anything and everything. Im not gay(most of the time), but damn, thats one good looking man. Get ready for some big changes in your First Alert Forecast. When Kevin isn't checking weather models, you can find him bowling. He has four perfect games on his resume as well as a 225 average! Were tracking a return to the 90s. Nothing is promised to you. within the company, never did management indicate or communicate that First Alert Forecast: Tracking hot, humid weather for your weekend! https://t.co/Ooa8a4DK4B All of us at @wis10 love you, @BenTanner71! None of those issues applied to me. Donita Todd needs to be run out of Columbia. Ben was a popular anchor that was engaged in the community, whos contact was not renewed for some unknown cryptic reason. Thank you teachers and students for inviting me to your schools!, The crash occurred near Fort Jackson in Columbia. and discuss longer term options. Its time to take a dump on Donita. I took his point as Hoover couldve just been moving to Lexington. You can also ask my attorney friend who drove his Mercedes home from Jiffy Lube only to discover that the guy FORGOT TO ADD THE NEW OIL! We do have a lot of heat though. Mark was voted by Cleveland Magazine as one of this area's 50 Most Interesting People in 1997 and 1998. After graduating from Western Connecticut State University with a B.S. Joe Pinner served as a weatherman and children's host at the station from 1963 until his retirement in 2018. Karl Bohnak, a meteorologist who spent 33 years at NBC affiliate WLUC, has been fired. So, from where I sit today, I cannot Then, there are the next steps. pic.twitter.com/4aYeVpJaSM, Ben Tanner leaving WIS after nearly 20 years https://t.co/tnTtmWUKkz pic.twitter.com/QJ3QA4IM0S. In both cases, both sides had to agree to terms. First Alert Forecast: Hotter weather is on the way! and me. Think about it, The Ben Dover Back Story. (A) It is but an infant right now. Some anchors Cant a guy sell his house without leaving town? A former anchor atKSFY TV-13(ABC Sioux Falls), Roesler was arrested and charged with one count of aggravated assault in the aftermath of the incident. When you add in the fact that he was let go and did not quit, WIS can not keep him from working when theyre the ones who are responsible for him not working. In fact, he is honored to hold the prestigious AMS Television Seal of Approval. His departure from the station brought criticism from social media sites. Wis., and Milwaukee, he made the . Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Dominic spent more than four years as weekend meteorologist/weekday reporter, being on the front line of many weather events, including Hurricane Irene in 2011 and one of the worst tornado outbreaks in the states history on April 16 that same year. This story was originally published September 13, 2017, 4:00 PM. During a hearing Monday in Sauk County Circuit Court, Jeffrey F. Smith, 45, Merrimac, pleaded to reduced charges, but . And, it is possible to do that while still being a loyal Well nah, she likes that. heard he was renting a big house near forest lakes country club. He joined WIS-TV in October of. Enjoy the cooler weather while it lasts. calling Columbia my forever home. West Columbia - Lexington County - Cayce news, Popular weatherman gets no contract renewal from WIS-TV, on Popular weatherman gets no contract renewal from WIS-TV. Team player. different response. Our temperatures are about to soar this week! Our founding editorWill Folkswas also a fan of Roeslers and offered her a job in the event she was fired by WIS. Everybody deserves a second chance, right? he tweeted. When Hoover didnt get the job he wanted, though, somehow (and this is the part were still investigating) the stations blessing vanished. She joined the Gray Television in January 2022 as a producer. Meteorologist Steve Beylon joined Action 2 News in June of 2006. I wouldnt be who I am without YOU. Aug 5, 2020. Get ready for more hot, humid weather as we move through your weekend and even into next week. Rachel is an investigative journalist with more than 20 years experience. Shes also loathed by people that arent particularly appreciative of her talking down on people watching her opinion pieces and telling them how they ought to live their lives. Viewers Especially a company like Raycom whos major investor is an arm of a state government. An NBC affiliate, WIS-TV is South Carolina's news leader, covering local news, weather, sports and community information in Columbia, Lexington, Sumter . Mr. Farley you will be missed. employee. Daniel Heffner is a Special Projects Producer for NBC12. Always have. You could read hard to enforce as damn near impossible to enforce in SC. But, I never "He's taking a leap of faith and. WWE Friday Night SmackDown coming to Columbia, Chris Rock to finally have his say in new stand-up special, Pedestrian killed after fatal I-77 early morning collision, Two men arrested and charged connected with sexual exploitation of minors, Judge Newman tells Murdaugh at sentencing, I know you have to see Paul and Maggie during the nighttime when youre attempting to go to sleep. "I have authority. His last day at the station will be Friday, the station reported. enrolled in school for the fall. Not Angus or Duncan? Roeslers status was confirmed early Wednesday by Dawndy Mercer Plank, a veteran WIS anchor who is temporarily assuming Roeslers morning show duties. She set him up, another source close to WIS said of Todd. News management had In fact, we agreed to come back together In fact when I Ty Wilson joined the WIS team in January of 2023. This whole thing would be a lot funnier if his name was Ben Dover. Now, Michelle is no stranger to snow, she grew up in Syracuse NY, and attended school in Oswego NY. This is why you are not supposed to feed trolls. That image is not only disturbing, but also creepy. Thanks John and Ben. L ast Friday night, Jeremy Kappell, a local weatherman with WHEC-TV in Rochester, New York, added a word to the name of a downtown ice rink. Roesler replacedMary King, who left WIS to become the new morning anchor atWBTV TV-3(CBS Charlotte, N.C.). Hoover reportedly has a one-year non-compete clause in his contract with WIS, meaning he could not broadcast with one of the stations local competitors until next July. Right-to-work means that a person cant be forced to join a union as a condition of employment and has nothing to do with noncompete clauses. Donita Todd is the one that needs to go. I am sure WIS hasa well paid law team to cover their butts. WIS hired Roesler in August of 2019 after she spent four years anchoring the. ", He gives a final message to potential future employers saying "Please judge me on the hundreds, thousands of hours of television that I am so proud of not the couple of minutes of salacious video that is probably going to soon define me in out 'click-bait' culture.". It Some weather apps say yes, but forecast still uncertain. Right now, I dont have a new job and I need to make sure future Hence your issue with bent of former employer. Contests. Ill hide and you look for me. First Alert Forecast: Tracking storms for your weekend, also watching a new storm in the tropics, HUMBERTO: Depression strengthens into Tropical Storm Humberto; storm will churn off U.S. coast. 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Shocked & disappointed about John ! Were tracking hotter weather by the weekend into next week. Channel 10 continues to enjoy a staff with remarkably long tenures for a market of Columbia's size, including Jack Kuenzie, Judi Gatson . There is class and there is Indiana class. Geez. This is correct. The preliminary process involves testing the market and honing content, based on audience reaction via Pageviews. However, better weather is on the way. Don't let the. situation and not privy to the details, leave an impression that what Why are people so freaking upset. Kevin also loves to cook and run! afford to let vague comments, including those by others outside of the After first breaking the news Monday on his Facebook . The whole corporate media in Columbia is smarmy milquetoastexcept Dawndy Mercer. dont deserve to be caught off guard or wonder for weeks where someone The crash occurred near Fort Jackson in Columbia. Cooler weather is on the way. Grab your umbrella! And they say attorneys are smart. Much colder weather is on the way! You show him.. It may have simply been a good sale to cash out equity or move to a better neighborhood. This website has already weighed in on the "scandal" involving former WIS TV 10 (NBC - Columbia, S.C.) news anchor Ben Hoover - who was abruptly informed last Researchers at Colorado State University predict an above-average 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season, Snow in the Midlands this week? failures of government agencies, product flaws and other transparency issues. I want Kamie back.. sold 451,500 1.14.13 after commission thats about a break even deal. He was some kind of network honcho who got kicked to the curb. . He also. Researchers at Colorado State University have issued their forecast for the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season. After graduating from Western Connecticut State University with a B.S. Thank you for stopping me in the grocery store or while walking down the street to say hello. Completely untrue. He makes it clear, though -- "I don't apologize for being openly gay or for being sex-positive. and went to Georgia Tech in Atlanta for her bachelor's and master's degrees in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (Go Jackets!). Her station is expected to cover those proceedings extensively . Were tracking another round of wintry weather on the way to the Midlands Friday into early Saturday. WIS yanked Roeslers picture from its list of anchors and reporters earlier this month after the 28-year-old North Dakota native was arrested in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on an aggravated assault charge. "It was . FIRST ALERT: Brace yourself! He has also gone on to achieve the Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) seal from the AMS. Completed Contests. FIRST ALERT: Tropical Depression Three forms in the Bahamas; poses no threat to the Midlands for now. The owner of the house he rented sold the house. (And yes, for a story we dont especially care about, we are writing an awful lot about it we get that). Michelle McLeod is an American meteorologist. Annie has worked at various news outlets in Washington, D.C., including covering the 2020 and 2022 election cycles for C-SPAN. Im so happy to be here in Rochester joining a great news team, Roesler said in a welcome video posted to the stations Twitter feed. The traditional Fourth Estate has been infiltrated and compromised. We dont have a lot of heat relief in your First Alert Forecast. We call that overconfidence . Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison, lawyers plan to appeal. The station is nothing but a rolling commercial for South Carolinas failed status quo, we wrote earlier this week. Media consolidation leads to a lack of diversity in reporting on news and in particular news not flattering to those in power. Adam Clark is the chief meteorologist for WIS News 10. 12, 2022 - 3:06 PM Buffalo ABC affiliate WKBW said it's losing three on-air talent within the next month. to do. Daniela is a bilingual investigative producer for InvestigateTV. COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - After eight years of bringing the weather forecast into the homes of thousands across the Midlands, Meteorologist Tim Miller is saying farewell to WIS-TV in Columbia. We have an open microphone policy here at FITSNews! Wis I no longer will will watch your wis tv it was Ben and its john Farley both was great for Columbia S.c. Ive never heard of a non-compete applying when the contract ended on its own accord. Proving damages is the hard part. Wouldnt want to give the shitizens ideas now would we it might spread to our state. And in reality, that is what most of you are. A TV meteorologist who was fired after he was accused of using a racial slur on-air said Tuesday that he believes people "read into" an accidental "sound" he made. 2023 WestMetroNews. Youre worried about local news anchors getting canned? The chance for snow in the Midlands is still unclear at this time. Michelle joined the station in Mar 2019. Bottom line, Kiss Ben Hoover goodbye in Columbia. I had done nothing wrong., Please allow me to explain what I document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); South Carolina's 'Trial of the Century' is over but the 'Murdaugh JOB SEARCH GONE AWRY LED TO CONTROVERSIAL DECISION NOT TO RENEW TV ANCHORS CONTRACT, http://slorober.blogspot.com/2011/12/scut-or-farkus.html, Alex Murdaugh Sentenced To Life Behind Bars, LIVE FEED Murdaugh Murders Trial: Alex Murdaugh Sentencing Hearing, Murdaugh Murders Trial: Alex Murdaugh Guilty On All Counts. He is known for his hustle, such as when he pulled out an old paper map during a 2021 storm and started calling out rural roads that could be affected. Other meteorologists currently working at WIS include Adam Clark, Von Gaskin and Kevin Arnone. They also with long-term contract options for management to consider. at WIS was secure. (B).. Ill entertain myself, and stay sharp over here, to pass time until I move forward. Accordingly, we wish her nothing but the best as she relaunches her career in her home state. Kappell was reporting on "Martin Luther coon King Jr . Comprehensive and fair news coverage of West Columbia, Cayce, Springdale, Lexington and Lexington County. Von Gaskin joined WIS in April of 2010, and is a proud native South Carolinian. GT is a woman? According to Sioux Fallspolice, at around 4:30 p.m. CDT on Sunday, September 27, 2020, Roesler smashed a beer bottle over the head of a man following a political disagreement. Thats why I walked in with a folder He is an AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist who joins WIS from WNWO Toledo, Ohio, where he was the morning weather anchor. He now spends his days walking their mutts at the dog park in Spring Valley. Were forecasting much hotter weather on the way. It just has to be reasonable in time, distance, and scope to be enforceable. Cynthia Beasley is an award-winning journalist who anchors the 7, 10, and 11 p.m. newscast.