saying it's all about what he did on a webcam site that's extremely NSFW. Dominic Brown, the chief meteorologist at Columbia TV station WIS, is leaving for a new job. theyve seen for 6 years has gone. Bottom line, Kiss Ben Hoover goodbye in Columbia. When Ben Hoover news came across the lines I wrote and will continue to boycott WIS news, and now more so I will continue to boycott until Todd is terminated. Comprehensive and fair news coverage of West Columbia, Cayce, Springdale, Lexington and Lexington County. We call that overconfidence . She set him up, another source close to WIS said of Todd. If you change your mind, go to Notifications in the menu to enable browser notifications. Priscilla Huff is the Managing Editor for the Washington, DC Bureau. whats been a big part of my career doing the right thing. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If there's one thing that most people want to know about Dominic, it's about his name. Non-Compete Employee Contract Clauses are not legal in South Carolina. Also, were tracking more storms for part of your weekend here in the Midlands. He is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists, the National Weather Association and the American Meteorological Society (AMS). Some weather apps say yes, but forecast still uncertain. In both cases, both sides had to agree to terms. If I entertained potential advancement employee. So here we go to Wltx or WOLOBYE !! Lets just dump Donita instead. You got rid of Ben Hoover, now John Farley. Were tracking a return to the 90s. 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.. (A) It is but an infant right now. was made clear that management did not wish to renew early on in that 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. He is the winner of numerous South Carolina Press Association awards, including honors in column writing, government beat reporting, profile writing, food writing, election coverage, social media and more. That image is not only disturbing, but also creepy. This whole thing would be a lot funnier if his name was Ben Dover. Not a local viewer but I have to give it to him. We are Fu@K1n6 prolife. The crash occurred near Fort Jackson in Columbia. After leaving Connecticut, Kevin joined WIS-TV in Columbia, South Carolina in January 2017. 1,744 talking about this. He joined WIS-TV in October of. Timothy Knapp joined the Gray Television Washington News Bureau in September 2018 as Studio Manager and Photojournalist. Not Angus or Duncan? There have have let lots of people go over the years other than the ones listed I cannot think of them now. That cost Jiffy Lube $5,000 for a new motor. Roeslers status was confirmed early Wednesday by Dawndy Mercer Plank, a veteran WIS anchor who is temporarily assuming Roeslers morning show duties. Theres still a lot of uncertainty in the forecast, but a few flakes could mix with rain for part of your weekend. About Us. Kamie Roesler who until recently handled sunrise duties for WIS TV-10(NBC Columbia, S.C.) was at the station for one year. While it is not immediately clear how this charge has been disposed, Roesler has clearly gotten the second chance we argued that she deserved. I dont get it? First Alert Forecast: Tracking highs in the 80s; rain and storms by Thursday, FIRST ALERT: Tracking potential flakes mixed with rain this weekend in the Midlands, WINTRY WEATHER: Friday and Saturday are Alert Days for a potential wintry mix in the Midlands, WINTER WEATHER: Tracking a chance for a wintry mix in the Midlands Saturday night through Sunday, FIRST ALERT: Sunday is an Alert Day for heavy rain & gusty winds, then it gets much colder, First Alert Forecast: Dry for your weekend, but rain returns next week, TROPICS: Tropical Storm Mindy makes landfall in Florida tonight; will push more moisture toward the Midlands through Thursday, TROPICS: Elsa continues to weaken, still expecting heavy rain, gusty winds tonight and Thursday, TROPICS: Claudette heads toward the Carolina, bringing heavy rain and storms to the Midlands through Sunday, TROPICS: Heads up! Joce is a national investigative reporter focused on accountability reporting on the His last day with the station is Thursday. 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. That sounds to me like GT is changing diapers, having the baby poo analyzed for content and aroma, and then forcing his audience (no, lets make that his family) to give their opinions on said aroma and content. Meet the WFRV Team. Judy is sweet hopefully one day shell leave on her own and we will see her on another station. Plus, other local media will not touch him out of A) fear of legal costs/damage to defend it even rightfully, and B) Negative impact/effect with the competing local station. Greg specializes in consumer investigations and stories exposing scams and rip-offs. Never was I told that a one year contract CLICK HERE. 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. Kevin also loves to cook and run! or my pursuit to find another job. She currently serves as a weather forecaster at WKBW-TV ( ABC affiliate) in Buffalo, New York, United States. This is correct. ", He goes on "My psychiatrist calls my actions, "compulsive behavior," others would call them reckless, stupid or brazen. No judge in this town could seat a jury that would side with Raycom.. One would think Daneta Todd owned WIS? 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. Chief Meteorologist Dominic Brown joined WIS-TV as chief meteorologist in June 2017. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. Pro Football Challenge. Roesler graduated fromMinnesota State University Moorheadwith a degree in mass communication. He also. Nothing is promised to you. Wis I no longer will will watch your wis tv it was Ben and its john Farley both was great for Columbia S.c. And with a nice name like Emily. within the company, never did management indicate or communicate that WIS hired Roesler in August of 2019 after she spent four years anchoring the. 'I Don't Apologize For Being Openly Gay'. That does not count as being fires. 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. Now, Michelle is no stranger to snow, she grew up in Syracuse NY, and attended school in Oswego NY. If she doesnt then why is she still employed at WIS with years of mismanagement and poor decision making under her belt. Channel 10 continues to enjoy a staff with remarkably long tenures for a market of Columbia's size, including Jack Kuenzie, Judi Gatson . Donita Todd is the one that needs to go. I quit watching WIS for good when they let Ben Hoover go. He has served as an instructor for the University of South Carolina Master Scholars program and is a member of the American Meteorological Society, National Weather Service Association and serves on a number of local boards and organizations during his nearly 30 years in the Columbia area. He said the television station fired him because he refused to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Mission. I hear you real estate research dude, but my point is that the sale was 18 freaking months ago! COMMUNITY GUIDELINES Welcome to the WIS-TV Facebook p 314,326 people like this 533,058 people follow this http://www.wistv.com/ (803) 799-1010 [email protected] So, Columbia and the Midlands, thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for all of the love and support over the past five years! Brown wrote on social media. Brace yourself! Adam Clark - Chief Meteorologist | Columbia SC Erick Adame worked for Spectrum News NY1. However, you may find it difficult to find an employer who is willing to offer employment as they too could become a party in the lawsuit should the employer decide to hold your feet to the fire. 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 my understanding he never thought hed get what he was asking and sure enough he did. 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. We have an open microphone policy here at FITSNews! 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Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. That thing must have never been laid with that mouth. Her station is expected to cover those proceedings extensively . I was standing behind C. Goldsmith at Stax the other week waiting to pay. Judi Gatson is anchor of WIS News at 5 and at 6 p.m. Jamal Goss co-anchors WIS Sunrise alongside Intisar Faulkner and Meteorologist Kevin Arnone weekdays from 4:30 to 7 a.m. Dawndy anchors Soda City Live at 3:00 & WIS News 10 eveningnewsat 5:00, and 6:00. 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. Go to WLTX with Jim Gandy and Tim Miller. Were tracking hotter weather by the weekend into next week. WIS mismanaged this from a PR perspective and so it grew quickly to what you see here, Truthfully this is more about Donita Todd and Raycom than it is about Ben Hoover. Get ready for more 90s and more storms. It wouldnt be unheard of for Hoover to land with a competing station, though. But, I never different response. Were tracking some rain in your First Alert Forecast next week. Grab your umbrella! Kamie Roesler who anchored WISs Sunrise telecast from August 2019 until last September is now working at KXLT TV 47 (Fox Rochester, Minnesota). Annie has worked at various news outlets in Washington, D.C., including covering the 2020 and 2022 election cycles for C-SPAN. Hes taking a leap of faith and embarking on a new adventure, said WIS news director Mark Little in a statement. Ive worked in TV 15 years. Cynthia Beasley is an award-winning journalist who anchors the 7, 10, and 11 p.m. newscast. Adam recently filed court docs, obtained by The Daily Beast asking a judge to force the owners of Unit 4 Media, Ltd. -- who owns the site where the screenshots of him originated -- to give names of who leaked the material. Thing is he wasnt fired. Kamie . He also added that his children were enrolled in school for the fall- and he and his wife were looking for a new house in the area. John Farley has been let go as chief meteorologist at WIS-TV- Columbias NBC affiliate. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); South Carolina's 'Trial of the Century' is over but the 'Murdaugh WIS TV Sunrise Anchor No Longer With Station, South Carolina Court Upholds Santee Coopers Monopoly Power, Morning Consult Poll: Lindsey Graham Leads Jaime Harrison By Six, Snowflake Tribune? in Operational Meteorology and Weathercasting, Kevin starting his career in his home state of Connecticut at WTNH in New Haven, CT. Kevin started as a weather producer and quickly became the Weekend Morning Meteorologist and frequently filled in during the week. He comes to WIS from Duluth, Minnesota, where he served as chief meteorologist for more than nine years. announced Wednesday night on the air: My contract has run its course, and, regrettably, I was not offered a new contract. His departure was immediate and came as the news of a historic flooding raged on all media. Tropical Depression Three forms in the Bahamas. He started his career in Lynchburg, Virginia in 2010, and joined NBC12 in 2013. You cant stop someone from earning a living, no matter how much you dislike them. that hes been at WIS .WIS now stands for WORST IN STATE . His last day at the station will be Friday, the station reported. Those guys move around a good bit- they know how that game is played. 12 hours agoHeres what I want you to know. in situations when ratings might be down or the employee did something of time I have to find a new job. Contact him using his social media accounts! would pave the way for my exit. "Of course I don't harbor. Im going to go puke now, and thats my perspective. There hasnt been a guy working at Jiffy Lube who does anything well. Or an issue youd like to address proactively? Ty Wilson joined the WIS team in January of 2023 First Alert Weather Team Adam Clark Chief Meteorologist Adam Clark is the chief meteorologist for WIS News 10. That hot-ass blond went from WACH to WIS and a major company like Sinclair has non-competes, too, Im sure. They also 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. He said this will be his last week at WIS, an NBC affiliate. Much colder weather is on the way! Michelle joined the station in Mar 2019. Get ready for some cooler weather to settle into the Midlands. Great morning crew but wheres (Kamie)? one reader inquired after Mercer posted a photo with herself along with her fellow morning anchors on Facebook. 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. Viewers See more stories on Insider's business page. Karl Bohnak, a meteorologist who spent 33 years at NBC affiliate WLUC, has been fired. Team player. "It was . Thats just wrong!! 1:47. (And yes, for a story we dont especially care about, we are writing an awful lot about it we get that). You keep making horrible mistakes. Hes been the most intelligent weatherman at Wis ever!! Well nah, she likes that. We are so excited to welcome a new anchor to our FOX 47 team! Karl Bohnak, a meteorologist who spent 33 years at NBC affiliate WLUC, has been fired. Nicole Neuman joined the Gray Television Washington News Bureau in June 2021. We were far along in the search for a new house. What comes next for Murdaugh after sentencing. 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. An 18-year-old Fort Jackson trainee who was found unresponsive in her barracks and later died at a hospital has been identified as Pvt. Right now, Columbia is home. And right-to-work has nothing to do with noncompetes. Why not get rid of Von Gaskins and Charles whatever his name is. Or an issue youd like to address proactively? Which makes internet news outlets and bloggers more important to our democracy. Got something youd like to say in response to one of our articles? Ben was a popular anchor that was engaged in the community, whos contact was not renewed for some unknown cryptic reason. Were forecasting much hotter weather on the way. His departure from the station brought criticism from social media sites. Donita Todd needs to be run out of Columbia. When Dominic is not working, he enjoys spending time with his family, friends and frat brothers, going to the movies, working out, watching sports, and cheering on his Georgia and Mississippi State Bulldogs. And, in SC, as a right to work state, non-competes are very hard to enforce, but costly to fight. I have documented on multiple taped station promotions that historically have run for several months. John Farley has been let go as chief meteorologist at WIS-TV- Columbia's NBC affiliate. afford to let vague comments, including those by others outside of the He joined Storm Team 8 in April 2014 as a weather producer and executive producer of WXEdge.com. Im going to have to reevaluate the pedestal I have placed women on. Have you read Hoovers contract? A former anchor at KSFY TV-13 in Sioux Falls, Roesler and her victim were acquaintances according to local police. Meteorologist Columbia, SC current today tonight 68 F C Fair Pressure 29.62 in Wind VAR 6 MPH Dew Point 61 Feels Like 68 Sunrise 6:50 AM Sunset 6:22 PM Moonrise 2:50 PM Moonset 4:57 AM. Kevin Arnone is a weather reporter/anchor with a B.S. Mark was voted by Cleveland Magazine as one of this area's 50 Most Interesting People in 1997 and 1998. In fact when I This is a small town and the media all have to work and play together in the same sandbox so they will not touch him with a ten foot pole. COLUMBIA, SC Popular Columbia TV meteorologist Ben Tanner is leaving WIS, the station announced Wednesday. WKBW-TV State University of New York College at Oswego Personal Website About Magnetic, engaging, and authentic meteorologist with 5 years experience. 60K views, 706 likes, 149 loves, 185 comments, 206 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from WIS TV: Thank you, Ben! I never imagined I would be breaking down barriers and bringing impactful change as the first Black chief meteorologist at WIS and in the Midlands, Brown wrote on Facebook. Dominic was named after his dad. length. Told him it was fine and then back-stabbed him., A colleague of Hoovers described him as the whole package.. Were watching storms for your weekend and a new system in the tropics that could impact the U.S. soon. Carol Goldsmith or Ben Hoover.. Dominic joins WIS-TV after spending five years as meteorologist at WTKR-TV, the CBS affiliate in Hampton Roads, VA. When he announced his last day would be Friday, they then told him not to come in on Friday, a source close to the station told us. As we noted in our coverage, Roesler had quickly developed quite a fan base in the South Carolina capital city during her first year on the local airwaves., Ive been watching this news for 10 years Im like okay Kamie hasnt come back yet where is Kamie? wondered WIS viewer LaQuanda Baker. I know two people who have been sued for violating the non-compete clause in their contract. FIRST ALERT: Tropical Depression Three forms in the Bahamas; poses no threat to the Midlands for now. Great look. He has four perfect games on his resume as well as a 225 average! Tanner is a Certified Broadcast Meteorologist and holds seals of approval from both the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association. Hard to believe such vile words and thoughts could come from a female. happened was something that I did or it was just a parting of ways. pic.twitter.com/4aYeVpJaSM, Ben Tanner leaving WIS after nearly 20 years https://t.co/tnTtmWUKkz pic.twitter.com/QJ3QA4IM0S. Always have. It broadcasts a high definition digital signal on VHF channel 10 from a transmitter located in Lugoff, South Carolina.Syndicated programming on the station includes: Dr. Phil, Entertainment Tonight, Inside Edition and Oprah. After graduating from Western Connecticut State University with a B.S. This is just a case where a good ole boy got to big for his britches and bit the hand that feeds him. But, once he caught a glimpse of some sun shining over the city's downtown. Roesler replacedMary King, who left WIS to become the new morning anchor atWBTV TV-3(CBS Charlotte, N.C.). Good luck Ben, try Charleston TV stations. Thats simply not true. If the station did try to enforce it, think how much fun Hoovers lawyers would have with the WIS statement that we wish him the best in all of his future endeavors. Lee also works as an Evening News Anchor and Chief Investigative Reporter at WVUE. I think most people dislike her whole opinion piece that she seems to do everyday. November, after my current contract would have expired. Tyler Smith joined the Gray Television Washington News Bureau in July 2019 as a photojournalist/editor. indicate that my future at WIS was not an option. I understand and Sometimes in life we have no control over timing, Farley said on WIS. Farley thanked WIS for bringing him and his family to the Midlands where he began to understand the meaning of Southern hospitality. Farley said thecommunityhas opened your arms to us andwelcomed us like your family. Saying goodbye is SO hard. Tim Miller, of Columbia, SC's WIS-TV, was live on air Tuesday morning ready to report on the weather like any day. Nice looking kids. In 2018, she earned theEric Sevareid awardfrom the Midwest Broadcast Journalists Association (MBJA). Ever since that event, all he ever wanted to do was learn about weather. He is an AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist who joins WIS from WNWO Toledo, Ohio, where he was the morning weather anchor. Were also keeping an eye on Barry. Really? paid 420,000 5.8.09 I love your hateI LOVE IT. enrolled in school for the fall. Ive been put in a position to consider anything and everything. Here is the statement: "During the last several days much has . Greg Adaline is a award winning anchor and reporter who brings nearly two decades of broadcasting experience to the WIS anchor desk. TVSpy was. To think T is a woman. We do have a lot of heat though. FIRST ALERT: Brace yourself! About. Wouldnt want to give the shitizens ideas now would we it might spread to our state. I hope and pray she gets her pension and goes back to Indiana to live happily ever after. Well the non-renewal meant there is no contract and therefore the terms of the contract, like the non-compete, dont apply. She previously covered politics at Gray TV's KFYR-TV in Bismarck, N.D. Josh Rultenberg joined the Gray Television Washington News Bureau in July 2022 as a multimedia journalist. Why are people so freaking upset. Viewers across demographic lines gravitated to the 28-year-old with the natural smile and infectious personality and her sudden departure from the airwaves created quite a stir. Aug 5, 2020. recently slated me to do a follow up to Hope in Hard Times this coming In fact, I got a very to do. Were tracking more storms and triple digit heat index values!