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February 17, 2009, the official transition from
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WKYT Contact Info
2851 Winchester Rd.
Lexington, Ky 40509
859-299-0411 - switchboard
859-299-2727 - newsroom
newstip@wkyt.com
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WYMT Contact Info
199 Black Gold Blvd.
Hazard, KY 41701
606-436-5757 - switchboard
606-439-9968 - newsroom
newstip@wymtnews.com
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Weather has been a lifelong passion for me. Born and raised right here in Lexington, my interest in weather took on a whole new perspective when the "Super Outbreak" of tornadoes occurred on April 3-4, 1974. As a frightened 5 year old just days short of my 6th birthday, this event fueled my desire to learn more about the atmosphere and how it works. I kept up with the weather growing up, reading and studying all the books I could get my hands on. I was fortunate enough to intern at the National Weather Service, and ironically right here in the WKYT weather office while attending Lafayette High School. I knew then exactly what I wanted to do for a career, but it took a while for me to get there.
A football scholarship led me to Georgetown College where I graduated with a B.A. in Communication Arts in 1991. My career here at WKYT started in January 1990 when I was hired as a videographer. WKYT was my home until May 1993 when I left for a brief stint at a Charlotte, N.C. television station. By September 1994, I was back at WKYT with the intention of making my dream of doing weather come true. While completing my education in meteorology, I started on-air as weekend meteorologist in May 1996. I received my Broadcast Meteorology Certificate from Mississippi State University in 1997 before being promoted to A.M./Noon meteorologist in November 1998. WKYT has always seemed a part of my family. My sister and brother-in-law met here at the station while they were employees back in the late 60s, I did internships here through high school and college, and have been an employee for nearly 2 decades. So it was definitely a proud moment when I was promoted to Chief Meteorologist here at WKYT in September 2001. You can catch my weathercasts at 5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm and 11pm Monday through Friday.
I’m a 3 time Emmy Award winner from the Ohio Valley chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. In 2007 I received Emmy Awards for Best Weather Anchor, Best Weathercast and Best News Anchor for my part in our coverage of “The Crash of Comair Flight 5191”. It was quite humbling to say the least to receive all 3 awards in the same year. In 2004 I was nominated for an Emmy for Best Weather Anchor in the region. Also in 2007, I was honored with the "Best Weather Anchor" award in the state of Kentucky from the Associated Press. This followed up the “Best Weathercast” award in Kentucky from the AP in 2006. One of my fondest memories here at WKYT came in April 1999 when I produced and hosted a 25th anniversary special about the "Super Outbreak" of tornadoes, the very event that captured my attention as a young boy. My story about the F-5 tornado that devastated Brandenburg, Kentucky received The Communicator Award, a distinguished national award that recognizes outstanding television reporting. In 2005 I wrote the Foreword for a new book, Kentucky Weather authored by Jerry Hill. I was greatly honored to be asked to participate in this wonderful publication about Kentucky's weather and climate.
Public safety is such an important part of what we do and a great passion of mine is spreading the word about the use of the NOAA Digital All Hazards Weather Radio. These affordable devices can potentially make the difference between life and death when severe weather strikes, especially in the middle of the night. Every home, business and school needs one and we’ve really tried to get the word out over the last few years, so it meant a lot to me when I was 1 of only 19 people selected in the United States to receive the National Weather Service “Mark Trail Award”. This award is given annually to groups or individuals who promoted the use of and increase the awareness of the NOAA Digital All Hazards Weather Radio. The ceremony was held in June of 2007 on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. and it was quite a treat to be honored at the event.
I’m a full member of the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association. In August of 2005 I was the first television meteorologist in Lexington to earn the "Certified Broadcast Meteorologist" (CBM) designation from the American Meteorological Society. This certification is an upgrade of the AMS Television "Seal of Approval" and is intended to raise the professional standard in broadcast meteorology and encourage a broader range of scientific understanding, especially with respect to environmental issues. The goal of the CBM program is to certify that the holder meets specific educational and experience criteria and has passed rigorous testing in their knowledge and communication of meteorology and related sciences needed to be an effective broadcast meteorologist. I also hold the Seal of Approval from the National Weather Association, and I'm a member of the International Association of Broadcast Meteorology (IABM).
When I’m not in the 27 First Alert Weather Center, I love to stay active with all kinds of sports. I enjoy running and usually compete in several road races during the year. I also enjoy biking and swimming when I get the opportunity. I did have the pleasure of competing in several triathlons here in the Ohio Valley a few years ago, but family time takes priority now and I'm sure I'll be back in the mix down the road. Of course the first priority is spending quality time with my wife Angie. We were married in December 2001 (the day of the UK-U of L basketball game….her idea…not mine!). We have 3 beautiful little girls, Sydney, Brooklyn and Raleigh. I’m definitely outnumbered by the gals at my place. We both love animals and I was lucky enough to serve on the Board of Directors for the Lexington Humane Society for 6 great years from 2000-2006. We have 2 pugs at home, Abby and Buster, and a tabby cat, Bailey. That cat is definitely the queen of the house.
Finally, I have deep roots here in the commonwealth. My mother is from Hazard, and my wife is from Pike County, with family still residing in both locations. Although raised right here in the bluegrass, the mountains of Eastern Kentucky hold a special place in my heart. It’s a pleasure to bring the most accurate, up to date forecast to folks all across Central and Eastern Kentucky. Thanks for watching!
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