9 Temmuz 2012 Pazartesi

KHOU 11's Courtney Zubowski joins the I-Team

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The KHOU I-Team is adding a new reporter to its ranks and station management didn't have to go far to find her.

Current KHOU reporter Courtney Zubowski will step into the new slot a KHOU publicity representative has confirmed to me.

"I'm looking forward to this new opportunity," Zubowski told mikemcguff.com. "KHOU has some of the best talent around and I'm proud to be part of the team."

Zubowski joined KHOU 11 in January of 2008. She came from another Belo station, KTVK in Phoenix. Before that she anchored and reported at KFDM in Beaumont. She graduated from the University of Southern California's Annenberg School of Communication and Houston's Bellaire High School.

I'm personally excited about Zubowski's promotion. Why? I think I might have mentioned before that Zubowski and I were in the same elementary class together!

The KHOU I-Team has gone through some changes over the last few years. We saw the unit add a bunch of reporters in 2010 (the unit's members were eventually dropped down to the original number). Then the award winning Mark Greenblatt left for ABC News to be replaced with Scott Noll ‏from WREG Memphis.

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740 KTRH's Samantha Jordan leaves for WDBO 96.5

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Samantha Jordan, the on-air web reporter for 740 KTRH, is leaving the station after two years.

She's heading to WDBO 96.5 as a reporter and anchor in Orlando, FL.

"I’ve got all my friends and family there and it feels great to be able to have this opportunity to work with an amazing news station in the city I grew up in," Jordan told me in an email. "I appreciate all that KTRH has done for me. They brought me to a major market where I learned valuable lessons and I will miss the team that I’ve worked with every day."

It was reported in late May that Jordan was leaving Houston, but that was retracted. She says the deal was not "set in stone yet" at that point.

Jordan's last day will be June 26th.



KIAH 39's David Solano to WXYZ Detroit

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WXYZ-TV is pleased to announce the addition of sports anchor-reporter, David Solano, who will join the 7 Action News Sports Team as the weekend sports anchor in July. Solano comes to Channel 7 from KIAH-TV in Houston where he covered the Houston Astros, Houston Texans and many other major sporting events, including the NCAA Final Four.

Solano is no stranger to Michigan. From 2006 until 2009, he was the weekend sports anchor at WZZM in Grand Rapids. He counts among his favorite sports moments covering the Tigers in the World Series in 2006, and the Detroit Red Wings hoisting the Stanley Cup in 2008. Prior to his work at WZZM, Solano was a sports anchor/reporter at WMAZ in Macon, Georgia.

"Fans in Detroit really know their sports," said Solano. "I love storytelling, so being able to share the stories of pro, college and high school athletes with so many knowledgeable fans is really exciting. I have so much respect for WXYZ, and I'm honored to be a part of a station with so much tradition."

"We're thrilled to have David join our staff," said WXYZ News Director Tim Dye. "He brings experience and a true passion for Detroit sports to our station. By adding his talents, we believe we're well positioned to cover the biggest sports stories in the state!"

A native of Portland, Oregon and a graduate of Portland State University, David Solano will begin with 7 Action News the week of July 16th.

New Fox 26 weekend morning show's MacDonald & Dawson talk

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Tomorrow is the debut of the new Fox 26 weekend newscasts. Here is an interview conducted by Fox 26 KRIV's Isiah Carey AKA The Insite with anchor Sally MacDonald and meteorologist John Dawson about the new show.

The duo says this will not be your typical newscast. In fact Dawson says they are throwing out the scripts!

Catch the show Saturday and Sundays from 5 to 8am. Also, Rita Garcia will anchor the new 5pm show debuting this weekend too.

Best TV Reporter falls, Chita Johnson on Family Feud and more

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- KPRC 2 steals Nick Giovanni, the WJXT 4 utility guy
- KHOU 11's Courtney Zubowski joins the I-Team
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- Fox 26 KRIV adds new weekend newscasts
- 740 KTRH's Samantha Jordan leaves for WDBO 96.5
- KPRC 2 lands Andy Cerota from KTRK 13
- New faces of Houston TV
- Mia Gradney to KHOU 11
- Houston Rockets land on Sportstalk 790 KBME
- Fox 7 KTBC adds Greg Kerr as morning anchor
- Fox 4 KDFW scoops Jennifer Myers from KVIA
- KIAH 39's David Solano to WXYZ Detroit
- KHOU 11 grabs Doug Delony from Fox 26 KRIV
- Original KTRK news team reunites: Ward, Lovett & Dungan
- Mia Gradney talks new KHOU 11 role
- New Fox 26 weekend morning show's MacDonald & Dawson talk
- KHOU 11 launches morning show app

8 Temmuz 2012 Pazar

KPRC 2's Winston Dutchin leaves for Seattle

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Friday night I blogged how at the end of the day, the Houston media lost three on-air folks - Fox 26 KRIV's Kristi Powers, KIAH 39's Mia Gradney and 740 KTRH's Joe Gomez.

Well, June 2nd we learn that KPRC 2 weekend sports anchor Winston Dutchin is checking out too.

Dutchin announced the news on Twitter Saturday.

With mixed emotions, my family and I are leaving Houston and moving to Seattle. We are terribly excited to raise our two young boys closer to family, but Houston will always hold a special place in my heart.

This city and it's people welcomed us, and our kids will always be native Texans.

Special thanks to everyone at Local 2, especially @RandyMcIlvoy @adamclanton @Allen_Reid @DarylGeorge. I couldn't have been more blessed to be surrounded by such wonderful and talented people in the sports department.

Thank you, Houston!

According to his bio, Dutchin joined KPRC Local 2 as executive sports producer, reporter and anchor in December 2006. Before that, he spent eight years working at KMIR in Palm Springs, CA as a sports reporter. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

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KHOU 11's Courtney Zubowski joins the I-Team

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The KHOU I-Team is adding a new reporter to its ranks and station management didn't have to go far to find her.

Current KHOU reporter Courtney Zubowski will step into the new slot a KHOU publicity representative has confirmed to me.

"I'm looking forward to this new opportunity," Zubowski told mikemcguff.com. "KHOU has some of the best talent around and I'm proud to be part of the team."

Zubowski joined KHOU 11 in January of 2008. She came from another Belo station, KTVK in Phoenix. Before that she anchored and reported at KFDM in Beaumont. She graduated from the University of Southern California's Annenberg School of Communication and Houston's Bellaire High School.

I'm personally excited about Zubowski's promotion. Why? I think I might have mentioned before that Zubowski and I were in the same elementary class together!

The KHOU I-Team has gone through some changes over the last few years. We saw the unit add a bunch of reporters in 2010 (the unit's members were eventually dropped down to the original number). Then the award winning Mark Greenblatt left for ABC News to be replaced with Scott Noll ‏from WREG Memphis.

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740 KTRH's Samantha Jordan leaves for WDBO 96.5

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Samantha Jordan, the on-air web reporter for 740 KTRH, is leaving the station after two years.

She's heading to WDBO 96.5 as a reporter and anchor in Orlando, FL.

"I’ve got all my friends and family there and it feels great to be able to have this opportunity to work with an amazing news station in the city I grew up in," Jordan told me in an email. "I appreciate all that KTRH has done for me. They brought me to a major market where I learned valuable lessons and I will miss the team that I’ve worked with every day."

It was reported in late May that Jordan was leaving Houston, but that was retracted. She says the deal was not "set in stone yet" at that point.

Jordan's last day will be June 26th.



KIAH 39's David Solano to WXYZ Detroit

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WXYZ-TV is pleased to announce the addition of sports anchor-reporter, David Solano, who will join the 7 Action News Sports Team as the weekend sports anchor in July. Solano comes to Channel 7 from KIAH-TV in Houston where he covered the Houston Astros, Houston Texans and many other major sporting events, including the NCAA Final Four.

Solano is no stranger to Michigan. From 2006 until 2009, he was the weekend sports anchor at WZZM in Grand Rapids. He counts among his favorite sports moments covering the Tigers in the World Series in 2006, and the Detroit Red Wings hoisting the Stanley Cup in 2008. Prior to his work at WZZM, Solano was a sports anchor/reporter at WMAZ in Macon, Georgia.

"Fans in Detroit really know their sports," said Solano. "I love storytelling, so being able to share the stories of pro, college and high school athletes with so many knowledgeable fans is really exciting. I have so much respect for WXYZ, and I'm honored to be a part of a station with so much tradition."

"We're thrilled to have David join our staff," said WXYZ News Director Tim Dye. "He brings experience and a true passion for Detroit sports to our station. By adding his talents, we believe we're well positioned to cover the biggest sports stories in the state!"

A native of Portland, Oregon and a graduate of Portland State University, David Solano will begin with 7 Action News the week of July 16th.

New Fox 26 weekend morning show's MacDonald & Dawson talk

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Tomorrow is the debut of the new Fox 26 weekend newscasts. Here is an interview conducted by Fox 26 KRIV's Isiah Carey AKA The Insite with anchor Sally MacDonald and meteorologist John Dawson about the new show.

The duo says this will not be your typical newscast. In fact Dawson says they are throwing out the scripts!

Catch the show Saturday and Sundays from 5 to 8am. Also, Rita Garcia will anchor the new 5pm show debuting this weekend too.

7 Temmuz 2012 Cumartesi

740 KTRH's Samantha Jordan leaves for WDBO 96.5

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Samantha Jordan, the on-air web reporter for 740 KTRH, is leaving the station after two years.

She's heading to WDBO 96.5 as a reporter and anchor in Orlando, FL.

"I’ve got all my friends and family there and it feels great to be able to have this opportunity to work with an amazing news station in the city I grew up in," Jordan told me in an email. "I appreciate all that KTRH has done for me. They brought me to a major market where I learned valuable lessons and I will miss the team that I’ve worked with every day."

It was reported in late May that Jordan was leaving Houston, but that was retracted. She says the deal was not "set in stone yet" at that point.

Jordan's last day will be June 26th.



KIAH 39's David Solano to WXYZ Detroit

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WXYZ-TV is pleased to announce the addition of sports anchor-reporter, David Solano, who will join the 7 Action News Sports Team as the weekend sports anchor in July. Solano comes to Channel 7 from KIAH-TV in Houston where he covered the Houston Astros, Houston Texans and many other major sporting events, including the NCAA Final Four.

Solano is no stranger to Michigan. From 2006 until 2009, he was the weekend sports anchor at WZZM in Grand Rapids. He counts among his favorite sports moments covering the Tigers in the World Series in 2006, and the Detroit Red Wings hoisting the Stanley Cup in 2008. Prior to his work at WZZM, Solano was a sports anchor/reporter at WMAZ in Macon, Georgia.

"Fans in Detroit really know their sports," said Solano. "I love storytelling, so being able to share the stories of pro, college and high school athletes with so many knowledgeable fans is really exciting. I have so much respect for WXYZ, and I'm honored to be a part of a station with so much tradition."

"We're thrilled to have David join our staff," said WXYZ News Director Tim Dye. "He brings experience and a true passion for Detroit sports to our station. By adding his talents, we believe we're well positioned to cover the biggest sports stories in the state!"

A native of Portland, Oregon and a graduate of Portland State University, David Solano will begin with 7 Action News the week of July 16th.

Mia Gradney talks new KHOU 11 role

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Former KIAH 39 anchor Mia Gradney made her debut on KHOU 11 today. Gradney talked with anchor Ron Trevino about her new beat which will cover issues like parenting and other lifestyle topics.

Her first story will cover women's hair loss.

Since Gradney is a new KHOU hire, make sure to vote in my poll about which Houston TV station has the best recent hires. It's in the top right of this blog.


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New Fox 26 weekend morning show's MacDonald & Dawson talk

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Tomorrow is the debut of the new Fox 26 weekend newscasts. Here is an interview conducted by Fox 26 KRIV's Isiah Carey AKA The Insite with anchor Sally MacDonald and meteorologist John Dawson about the new show.

The duo says this will not be your typical newscast. In fact Dawson says they are throwing out the scripts!

Catch the show Saturday and Sundays from 5 to 8am. Also, Rita Garcia will anchor the new 5pm show debuting this weekend too.

KHOU 11 launches morning show app

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KHOU.com already has several mobile apps, now here is another one debuting today. KHOU 11 News This Morning gets its own mobile app on iPhone, Android, BlackBerry and Windows 7 platforms.

Some of the features include:
• Features GPS Weather and Traffic
• Local, regional and coastal LIVE radars
• Morning traffic reports, incidents and the latest drive times
• Check the 12-hour forecast across dozens of Houston neighborhoods
• Local arts scene, food & dining, performing arts, theatre, exhibits
• Local, state, national, world, business, political and offbeat news
• Dozens of photo galleries, videos and more
• Find the cheapest gas around Houston
• What’s the latest at the Box Office? Check the movie reviews
• Animals and pets section
• Sports enthusiasts will find the latest stats and scores
• Morning show features such as In the Headlines, What’s your Beef, etc.

Apparently you will have a chance to win a free iPad when you download this app.

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5 Temmuz 2012 Perşembe

Fox 7 KTBC adds Greg Kerr as morning anchor

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Greg Kerr returns to KTBC FOX 7 as anchor for “FOX 7 News in the Morning” and “Good Day Austin,” announced the station’s Vice President and News Director, Pam Vaught. Kerr will be on the air starting Monday, July 16th, returning to the station where he began his career over two decades ago.

In making the announcement, Vaught stated “We have a great team on “FOX 7 News in the Morning” and “Good Day Austin,” and we’re looking forward to adding Greg. He brings years of experience in news and sports to FOX 7. Plus, it’s a homecoming for Greg since he started his TV career here.”

Most recently, Kerr has served as a freelance anchor/reporter for FOX Sports Southwest in Dallas, TX. Prior to that, he served as Sports Director and News Anchor for WFMY-TV in Greensboro, NC for nine years. Earlier in his career, Kerr was Sports Anchor/Reporter at KWTV-TV in Oklahoma City, OK. He also was Sports Director/Anchor at WICS-TV in Springfield, IL. He began his career as the evening news anchor at KLST-TV in San Angelo, TX and then became Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter at KTBC FOX 7.

Kerr added, "I am thrilled to be coming back to FOX 7 and joining the “Good Day” team with Katherine, Keri and Zack. I've traded my sports hat and enthusiastically move over to the news side and I couldn't be more excited about re-establishing myself with FOX 7 and the Austin area community. As I began my career here, I know firsthand the history of KTBC and the quality news programming this station delivers.”

A graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma, Kerr holds a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism.

(This post came from a release sent to me from Fox Broadcasting)


Fox 4 KDFW scoops Jennifer Myers from KVIA

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Jennifer Myers joins KDFW FOX4 as the station’s weekend meteorologist, announced Robin Whitmeyer, the station’s Vice President and News Director. Jennifer joins the weather team on Tuesday, July 24th and will be the meteorologist for “Good Day” on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

In making the announcement, Whitmeyer stated “Jennifer's weather knowledge, combined with a mix of television and online experience, make her a great addition to the FOX4 news team.”

Most recently, Myers served as meteorologist/reporter/fill-in anchor/web producer for KVIA-TV in El Paso, TX for two years. She began her career as meteorologist for “OU Nightly,” the student newscast for her alma mater, the University of Oklahoma.

Added Myers, “I'm very excited about joining the FOX4 team. Severe weather has always been my passion, so being in a place where I can do what I love is really something I'm looking forward to."

A graduate of the University of Oklahoma, Myers holds a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology with minors in Journalism, Mass Communication and Mathematics.

(This post came from a release sent to me from Fox Broadcasting)

KIAH 39's David Solano to WXYZ Detroit

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WXYZ-TV is pleased to announce the addition of sports anchor-reporter, David Solano, who will join the 7 Action News Sports Team as the weekend sports anchor in July. Solano comes to Channel 7 from KIAH-TV in Houston where he covered the Houston Astros, Houston Texans and many other major sporting events, including the NCAA Final Four.

Solano is no stranger to Michigan. From 2006 until 2009, he was the weekend sports anchor at WZZM in Grand Rapids. He counts among his favorite sports moments covering the Tigers in the World Series in 2006, and the Detroit Red Wings hoisting the Stanley Cup in 2008. Prior to his work at WZZM, Solano was a sports anchor/reporter at WMAZ in Macon, Georgia.

"Fans in Detroit really know their sports," said Solano. "I love storytelling, so being able to share the stories of pro, college and high school athletes with so many knowledgeable fans is really exciting. I have so much respect for WXYZ, and I'm honored to be a part of a station with so much tradition."

"We're thrilled to have David join our staff," said WXYZ News Director Tim Dye. "He brings experience and a true passion for Detroit sports to our station. By adding his talents, we believe we're well positioned to cover the biggest sports stories in the state!"

A native of Portland, Oregon and a graduate of Portland State University, David Solano will begin with 7 Action News the week of July 16th.

KHOU 11 grabs Doug Delony from Fox 26 KRIV

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Doug Delony
KHOU 11, Houston’s CBS affiliate, announced that Doug Delony will join the station’s news and digital team on Monday, July 9.

“We’re very impressed with Doug’s skills in television news as well as his expertise with social media,” says KHOU Executive News Director Philip Bruce. “He’s the complete package—someone who really gets how to take our broadcasting product and give it a whole new life on social media platforms.”

Born and raised in Houston, Doug Delony graduated cum laude from Texas Southern University with a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism.

Doug is also a graduate of the Hightower High School Media Academy in Fort Bend ISD. During his time at Hightower, Doug won a Telly Award for a video essay he produced following 9/11.

During college, Doug served as a production assistant for a number of popular television shows including Entertainment Tonight, Access Hollywood and Extreme Makeover.

It was 2006 when Doug's love for computers, the Internet, and social networking helped launch his television career at Fox 26 KRIV. Known to viewers as "My Tech Guy,” Doug interacted with viewers both on and off the air – sharing tech news, tips and highlighting viral content of the day. While at KRIV, he also served as the station's Senior Web Producer.

“KHOU.com has a history of award-winning work including the 2012 Regional Edward R. Murrow and 2012 Texas Associated Press Awards for Best Website. Doug’s contributions will be a great addition to our high performing team,” says Christine Di Stadio, Director of Digital Media.

(This post is from a release sent to me from KHOU)

Original KTRK news team reunites: Ward, Lovett & Dungan

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Courtesy Dan Lovett

A big reunion was held earlier this summer at the KTRK 13 news desk.

Anchor Dave Ward, weatherman Troy Dungan and sportscaster Dan Lovett started "Eyewitness News" on KTRK 13 in 1968.

In 1972, Dungan left for WCAU Philadelphia. Ed Brandon was hired as his replacement. Dungan later went to WXYZ Detroit and then to WFAA 8 in Dallas until he retired. Lovett says Dungan's wife, Janet, used to book the talent and audience for the channel 13 show "Dialing for Dollars."

Lovett left channel 13 in 1974 to go to WABC-TV in New York City.

"It was a great day for the three of us to be together again for the first time in over 40 years," Lovett told mikemcguff.com.