Michelle quit her job at Breitbart citing their non-support of over the incident. Former KLFY news anchor, Chuck Huebner, who was reportedly let go from the station this week, responded to a request by the Daily Advertiser for an interview and issued the following statement this afternoon. To the people of Acadiana, I want you to know you are the reason I went to work every day. [11] On February 2, 2021, KLFY-DT2 dropped GetTV (now on KDCG-CD 22.2) and replaced it with Dabl. If there was an accident at midnight in Morgan City, he wouldbe called to shoot it. During her stint with Fox, she was involved in so many controversial comments on live TV like Obama doesnt give an s**t about terrorism, which got her suspended for two weeks, later on during the Oscars so White Movement, she insisted on the Black history month being abolished. This marked Media General's return to Louisiana after selling Alexandria NBC affiliate KALB-TV to Hoak Media in 2008. "Thanks for your service to channel 10 & being such a huge part of so many of our livesyou became family in our homes..Good Luck in whatever you choose to do.God Bless..We all love you in TV Land out here. Katie Lopez joined the KATC news team in January, 2015 and is co-anchor of Good Morning Acadiana. In 2012, Morris confidently predicted Mitt Romney will win the elections with a landslide victory against Obama, a prediction which was against a major consensus from experts that Obama will win both at electoral college and likely the popular vote. This will allow Clay the opportunity to cover his favorite college sports program, the Penn State Nittany Lions. Regarded by some as the most powerful journalist in America, Will writes regularly for the Washington post and was employed by Fox in 2013 as a contributor where he regularly provided political input. Akre and her husband Wilson worked on a story involving Agricultural and biotechnology company Monsanto about the use of a milk additive approved by the Food and Drug Administration but was responsible for a series of health issues. "Jim Baronet (KLFY former news director) called and they needed someone on the weekend. KATC weekend anchor and weekday reporter Kendria Lafleur signed off for the final time last week. In 2016 Katie and her husband welcomed another daughter. Burns was not dismissed due to any allegations but was taking off because the studio wanted to change the scope from the traditional news outlets to more articles from the internet. A method and apparatus for structurally reinforcing a tubular member, or an assembly of tubular What is claimed is: 1. After five years, KLFY anchor Rob Macko will be starting a new chapter in his life. Michelle fields became a contributor for Fox News in 2014, making in appearances in shows like Fox & Friends,Hannity,The OReilly Factor, andCashin In In 2016, she accused Corey Lewandowski who is Donalds Trump Campaign Manager, of aggressively grabbing her while she asked him questions. Saturday, December 31st 2016, 3:10 PM EST, WFMJ | 101 W. Boardman Street | Youngstown, OH 44503. In 2017, a report by HuffPost shows Eric sending unsolicited nude pictures and text messages to three women which he denied. Young Broadcasting acquired the station from Texoma Broadcasters in 1988. Arnold covered the very first Festivals Acadiens. [3] In 1965, Camellia Broadcasting sold KLFY to Texoma Broadcasters, which owned KWTX-TV in Waco, Texas, and was partially owned by Lyndon B. Johnson along with businessman Milford N. "Buddy" Bostick. Life always goes forward, rarely backwards and now I'm looking forward to what the future holds.. After an aborted merger plan with Meredith Corporation, Media General announced on January 27, 2016, that it was being acquired by Nexstar Broadcasting Group with the new company named "Nexstar Media Group". KLFY also served as one of two default CBS affiliates for the Alexandria market (along with KNOE-TV) of Monroe until local NBC affiliate KALB-TV launched a CBS affiliate on its subchannel in 2006. He was 87 and retired from a 45-year career in broadcasting and journalism. Arnold remembers he also had to be on call all night. well that sucks; i hate to hear about ANYONE loosing their job for ANY reason because that's a household with less an income. The stations' general manager is Nanette Lavergne, KLFY's former human relations and business manager during Mike Barras's regime. Laura still has many friends here in the Valley who remember her fondly as someone who loved animals and enjoyed baking. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Meet The KLFY News 10 Team Watch Now News As Seen on KLFY Local News Louisiana News National News Lafayette Parish Acadia Parish Evangeline Parish Iberia Parish Jeff Davis Parish. Beckel was soon released by the station after long months of absenteeism due to complications from back surgery and his addiction to pain killers. Former 21 News Anchor Laura Steele passes away Members of the WFMJ family are saddened to report that former news anchor Laura Steele has passed away. Clay succeeded Travis Webb as Channel 3's lead sports anchor and reporter, coming to Lafayette in 2017 from WHSV-TV in Harrisonburg, Pennsylvania. former wafb news anchors. And here is a list of controversies that has happened at the network resulting in the sack of some of its employees. After Carlsons lawsuit more women came out also alleging that Ailes had harassed them and making the chairman to tender his resignation. Thank you to the viewers for allowing me into your homes every night and watching me grow throughout my time at KATC.Im extremely grateful for the experience and friends Ive gained along the way, and the many people whove shared their stories with me. 5. While in Monroe, Horchak landed a one-on-one interview with President Donald Trump when Trump visited Monroe for a campaign rally. The station currently operates out of newer, larger purpose-built studio facilities on Eraste Landry Road, on the city's south side. Her drive and determination landed her a job in McAllen, Texas as a Video Journalist. She is a graduate of Chippewa High School and attended Malone University in Canton. KATC-TV report. Dietl was let go by Fox in 2016 after getting into a clash with fellow contributor Jehmu Greene although the reason for altercation was never disclosed and it was reported that he was in a tight spot after Ailes was removed from the Networks employ. Katie Lopez joined the KATC news team in January, 2015 and is co-anchor of Good Morning Acadiana. Arrangements are still being finalized by Zak-Thacker & Monbarren Funeral Home in her home town of Doylestown, Ohio. In June 2012, Young Broadcasting signed on the Live Well Network to its stations including KLFY. KLFY was the first station in Lafayette and one of the earliest in Louisiana to broadcast in stereo, launching stereo broadcasting in mid-1986. The station's studios are located on Eraste Landry Road in Lafayette, and its transmitter is located in Maxie, north of Rayne . Follow Boston.com on Instagram (Opens in a New Tab), Follow Boston.com on Twitter (Opens in a New Tab), Like Boston.com on Facebook (Opens in a New Tab), BU researchers: Former NFL star, CBS anchor Irv Cross had brain disease CTE, What Fox News hosts said privately vs. publicly about voter fraud, Sen. Warren sets sights on military members and families in new role. Laura died Friday morning in Canton, Ohio at the age of 46. WhenArnold first started in the business, KLFY was located on Jefferson Street in downtown Lafayette. Huricane Anderw hit Acadiana on Arnold'sbirthday. Rudi complained of sexual harassment by her co-worker Brian Wilson. This changed in the early-to-mid-2000s when a resurgent KATC began to attract viewers away from KLFY with different news formats and by luring various well-known talent from KLFY.[7]. His show was the highest rated show for 16 years straight. Having met Chuck a number of years ago, I realized how much his character differed when he was not on television, so I grabbed some popcorn and started reading comments on Facebook. This was Big T Trauma, the most obvious kind.. I'm honored for having had the opportunity to work for you and for you allowing me into your homes each night for the last 30 years. NBC affiliate KLAF-LD, KADN-TV's sister station, was the only station involved in the deal that could have been legally acquired, since FCC rules allow for common ownership of full-power and low-power television stations, regardless of the number of stations in a market. On December 28, 2011, KLFY became the first television station in the Lafayette market to begin broadcasting its local newscasts in high definition. A savvy investigative reporter they never should have put him on the news desk [as an anchor], one insider says, citing Huebners considerable skills as an investigative reporter who drew on well-cultivated sources Huebner was said to be frustrated with the lack of experience among staffers in the news department and with the stations general decline in ratings. In 2016 Carlson announced she had left her position at Fox. Fox, however, claimed otherwise insisting she was taken off air only because she violated company policy of not allowing the company to vet her book before its publication. At first glance, Jackie Bruno had it all: Two loving kids, several Emmy awards, and a successful career reporting the news in her home state a lifelong dream. Where is Molly Bloom now? Lafayette, Louisiana Area Multimedia Journalist KLFY NEWS 10 Jun 2017 - Jun 2019 2 years 1 month. Even before this incident I did not care for him, as he just seemed so arrogant to me.#GodDoesntSleep. I was now a 37-year-old married mom of two rambunctious boys, and the truth was, I wasnt doing any of my jobs very well anymore.. Wills contract was not renewed due to a feud with OReilly about leaving the Republican party. Mayor-President Guillory, Wife Jamie Address Rumors, Rehab & More in Candid Sit-Down Interview with KLFY, Frog Festival Visitor Says Hes Looking for Loose Women on Live TV, TV Reporter Hit by Car While Live on Air Stands Up, Continues Reporting, TV Reporter Steals Show After Act of Vandalism on Veterans Vehicle Mike is a Cheater, Changing Channels: KLFY GM Leaves; KATC News Director Update, Maria Placer, Dick Faurot and Jim Olivier Cover Hurricane Elena, MVPs of Lafayette Television, CNN Reporter Encounters Bug, Freaks Out [VIDEO], Lafayette TV Legend Dick Faurot Says Hello Acadiana!, Video From KLFY Shows Ice On Atchafalaya Basin Bridge Over An Inch Thick. Longtime anchor Blue Rolfes has been assigned to fill in for Huebner while the station searches for a replacement, according to news operations manager, Dwight Dugas. In 2010, Rupert Murdoch announced Hill was no longer within the organizations employ when a reporter asked Rupert Murdoch about Hill. Organizers formed the festival by consolidating several smaller events in to one large one, which today celebrates Cajun and Creole music and heritage.