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I joined WHIO-TV in August of 2005. I came to the Buckeye State from the Tar Heel State of North Carolina.
My first job in television news was at WNCN-TV in Raleigh, North Carolina. I then moved to WABG-TV in Greenville, Mississippi as morning anchor and reporter. While in Mississippi I was recognized by the Mississippi Associated Press. I then returned to my North Carolina roots and joined WCTI-TV in New Bern.
I was born and raised Scotland Neck, North Carolina. I earned a bachelor's degree from North Carolina Central University and a master's degree from Virginia State University. I'm a member of the National Association of Black Journalists.
The Miami Valley has been good to me and I have met some great people. Thanks for getting to know me. A piece you will be with me the rest of my life.
Where were you born?
Scotland Neck, NC
Where did you grow up?
Scotland Neck, NC
What was your favorite TV show then?
60 Minutes and The Today Show
What was the first thing you ever wanted to be?
TV Anchor
How might someone have described you in high school?
Never cared about what people thought of me
What was your first job?
Teacher
What was your first job in television?
Producer
What do you like about your job?
The people I meet on stories everyday.
What do you not like about your job?
I feel for family members moments after a loved one has been killed in a violent crime
What might people be surprised to know about you?
What you see is what you get.
What is the hardest thing you ever did?
I’m one of those people who has a task to overcome every day. Life is good but not easy.
What would be a perfect day for you?
Waking up with the love of God, health, strength and some money in my pocket.
What advice would you have for someone wanting to go into the business?
Don’t let those naysayers stop you.
If you could only keep one 5-minute tape from your career what would be on it?
The last minutes of the last 10 o’clock news on MVC.
Favorite book:The Bible; and a collection of Langston Hughes’ Poems
Favorite CBS show: 60 Minutes
Favorite dream car: As long as it is paid for
Favorite food: Almost anything sweet.
Favorite hobby:Music, reading
Favorite Miami Valley place:Downtown Dayton
Favorite movie:Pride
Favorite music:Gospel, R&B, Jazz and Classical
Favorite travel destination:My next vacation spot
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