"There was a genuine quality to his personality that told you he was friendly and sincere. He plays golf as often as he can. We wanted to find out more about what's behind the boom. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Personal Life, Parents and Family Details : Maureen Jeralyn O'Boyle was born on July 14, 1963, in Charlotte, North Carolina. According to his WBTV profile, "When hes off on-air, Jonathan is likely in the gym or sitting before a great meal at a local restaurant or on a plane heading to his next travel destination.". Hope your day is off to a good start! ", Whisenant says Stafford was "one of about 5 or 6 people who worked at WBTV when I started 20 some years ago and who was still there until a few weeks ago. Longtime WBTV photojournalist dies after battle with cancer, N.C. John chose not to run for a second term because of family and business considerations. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - In a small, intimate ceremony, John Carter, co-anchor of WBTV News This Morning, married "soulmate" Jackie Blair in Charlotte. CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - A longtime WBTV photojournalist has died after a battle with cancer. Crystal Hill walks out of Tuesday's sit-down interview, WBTV Investigates: Monday's unscheduled interview with Dr. Its Thursday, 12 July 2018. He leaves behind a wife and son. He's been at WBTV longer than anyone else in the company's history. Our team invites you to join us from 4:30 to 7:00 AM for the areas best, most accurate, factual and compelling morning newscast. Photographer Brad Stafford, who worked at WBTV for 41 years, passed away early Wednesday morning while in hospice care. Planting has begun at the Urban Farm at Aldersgate in northeast Charlotte. Ken Ward, a reporter who recently left Channel 9 Eyewitness News, has died. Wards last day on air with WSOC-TV was December 30. The project to be completed in November. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Your email address will not be published. While we are so sad to see him go we are so grateful for all that he has contributed to this team to make QC Morning such a special show, QC Life posted on Facebook. The FDA is cracking down on supplement makers who make false claims about their products. Charlotte voters have a lot to decide on when going to the polls on election day, including $226 million in bond issues. New classes, new books, new friends, and new dating relationships. Charlotte Strong; COVID-19 Community Resources . ). Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. John Carter of WBTV News This Morning reporting to you this morning. Resend Activation Email. Counting On Alum Jill Duggar is in the Health Field: Job Details. Our team invites you to join us from 4:30 to 7:00 AM for the areas best, most accurate, factual and compelling morning newscast. News Apps. This story was originally published January 4, 2012, 11:08 AM. We're your neighbors. A long-time friend from Morganton, Rev. WATCH LIVE: WBTV News Headlines and First Alert Weather, Thousands of Duke Energy customers without power in Gaston County, Medic: Teen dead, driver seriously injured in crash on I-485 in west Charlotte, WBTV Investigates: Dr. orientation: "portrait", "He was very unselfish in helping me so that my video would be up to the expected standard. But just like I said when my dad died, you can beat cancer a thousand times but it only has to beat you once.My condolences go out to the friends and family of Bob Knowles. When Daylight Saving Time goes into effect this weekend, we'll lose an hour of sleep. Year should not be greater than current year. Generous. John's favorite activity is spending time with family and friends. "When it came time to assemble a team of photographers for the multitude of race specials we produced over my 15 years in sports, we leaned on Brad's experience. In October 2001, his liver showed signs of the cancer. He was 42. here to see WBTV's coverage of Bob Knowles. Its Tuesday, 10 July 2018. Mayes was Charlottes first permanent TV anchor in 1952 at WBTV. They are the state champs of theater competition. Traffic. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. John Carter of WBTV News This Morning reporting to you this morning. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). We celebrate community and we tell your stories. . submission: { You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - A longtime WBTV photojournalist has died after a battle with cancer. Dozens displaced after discarded smoking materials causes apartment fire in south Charlotte Dozens of people were evacuated Tuesday morning after an apartment fire broke out at the Beacon Hill. number: 3, We have set your language to Many of them are good for your health and do exactly as they say. Meet weekend evening anchor and a reporter Jane Monreal. Several WBTV news reporters and anchors packed their messages into 140 characters on Twitter. Police said a fight broke out that escalated to shots being fired. Damany Lewis. Dan Matics. He completed his first marathon (the Myrtle Beach Marathon) in 2007. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? "May you rest in peace now Brad. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. John Carter of WBTV News This Morning reporting to you this morning. Stacey provides traffic reports for WBTV news in the morning and delivers the weather forecast for the news at noon. John Carter of WBTV News This Morning reporting to you this morning. Ken Ward had been with WSOC-TV since Jan. 2011 and left there just days ago to accept a reporting job at WFTS in Tampa. Hope your day is off to a good start. Not only is it great for coffee lovers, it's good for the local economy as the more stores open, the more local people are being hired. Fred Schuszler, performed the ceremony at The Moorehead Inn off East Morehead Street. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. He knew that as a reporter who also operates the camera, I didn't have a lot of experience behind the viewfinder," Whisenant wrote. Well tell you how its going to impact your day. Our team invites you to join us from 4:30 to 7:00 AM for the areas best, most accurate, factual and compelling morning newscast. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. The reporter has also held on-air positions in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Bristol, Virginia and Huntsville, Alabama. The wet weather is expected to end soon. #ncwx #scwx #cltwx #gawx. You want to stick around long enough for the next treatment. Plus, the Around the Crown 10K will become one of the country's most eco-friendly, sustainable race. "Friend, co-worker and gentle soul. Sources told WBTV that Ward, who was in his mid-40s, died of natural causes at his home in Charlotte. "This is just a small slice of what he contributed to our station for the last 41 years. Our team invites you to join us from 4:30 to 7:00 AM for the areas best, most accurate, factual and compelling morning newscast. Live Streams Happening Now Video Judge orders police to release DNA testing results to family in 1990 cold case Kim Thomas' body was found inside her Cotswold home in July 1990. Pollens are at all time highs this season and allergy sufferers are feeling the full effects. He underwent an experimental treatment at the National Cancer Institute, a division of the National Institutes of Health in which his liver was bathed in chemicals designed to erase the cancer cells. discovery: { Brad struggled with an aggressive cancer after it was discovered just after Christmas. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. We'd love to hear from you. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. } "If there are such things as old souls and young souls, I think I have a young soul. Clouds have increased ahead of the rounds of rain and storms expected to wrap up the workweek. partner_name: "WWAY TV", This account has been disabled. John Carter of WBTV News This Morning reporting to you this morning. According to NCDOT, the crash happened near Moores Chapel Road. That's just television. Ward was a graduate of Hampton University and The College of New Rochelle with degrees in journalism and communications. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Charlotte, NC 28208 (704) 374-3500; Public Inspection File. cemeteries found in will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Good morning to you! A cadet had slipped him a video of older cadets harassing underclassmen and he aired it. The project causes a lot of traffic delays and backups. A tumor the size of a fingertip was found and the eye was removed.Days before his prosthesis eye was ready, he returned to the anchor chair with an eyepatch. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Jenna has been nominated for two Emmy awards and, although many stories have touched her heart, one in particular comes to mind. I was in disbelief.. (I'm looking at you channel 9) Bob Knowles was a class act on TV. John Carter Age He was born in St. Charles, Missouri. Robert Knowles, WBTV News Anchor and Investigative Reporter, died peacefully on May 13, 2003 at his home in Cramerton, North Carolina. It's the biggest selling condiment in America and there are literally dozens to choose from. }); Friday, April 20, 2007 Melissa Greer Polsky Former Channel 9 meteorologist Melissa Greer Polsky died Friday morning after a six-month-long battle with cancer. John Carter of WBTV News This Morning reporting to you this morning. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Hope your day is off to a good start! Watch Live. He was hospitalized for dehydration in early May but snuck out of his room to visit the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life of Greater Charlotte, where he was honorary chairman. He didn't have to do that, but he wanted to.". By Shawn Flynn NC. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. He's also completed the Marine Corps Marathon two times. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. WBTV had a lot of questions after our reporting found salvaged vehicles for sale on the dealership website for Nissan of Shelby. Just a few years later, WBTV came calling again, and John returned to the station to anchor the WBTV News Morning Show and later, WBTV News at Noon. Its Friday, 6 July 2018. "Both were funny and sarcastic," Knowles said in a 2002 interview with The Observer. Its Thursday, 2 August 2018. Heavy rain Thursday morning, then severe t-storm concern Friday PM, Juvenile critically injured after shooting on Liberty St. in Winston-Salem, police say, Extreme weekend weather causing power and pipe problems. Nate Morabito is an investigative reporter at WCNC Charlotte. (910) 763-0979 | newsroom@wwaytv3.com1224 Magnolia Village Way, Leland, NC 28451. Good morning to you! Hannah Patrick. 00:03 What some people dont realize is that there are five candidates to choose from when you vote for president in North Carolina. Its Tuesday, 31 July 2018. Knowles knew it wasn't a cure, but could buy him time until a cure or treatment was found. And now they are hoping to clench a victory at a national championship this week in Kentucky. ", Reporter David Whisenant says Stafford was "the most unpretentious person that I've ever known. In the meantime, we Good morning to you! His mother was a librarian who counseled alcoholic women; his father a banker and a lawyer. A new 10K race is coming to Charlotte and it promises an exciting route unlike any other. He always tackled every assignment with a sense of professionalism. WBTV | On Your Side | First Alert Weather | Charlotte, NC BREAKING: Crews battle two-alarm fire at south Charlotte apartment complex WATCH LIVE: WBTV News Headlines and First Alert Weather Man accused of assaulting hospital patient in Hickory Joseph Rosales is in jail under a $175,000 secured bond. Its Tuesday, 3 July 2018. Their meet Charlotte: If bonds are passed, will there be a tax increase to pay? 5 Things to Know About RHOMs Lisas New Boyfriend, 1000-Lb. He was very active in doing community events He had a very pleasant demeanor. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men, behind skin cancer. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. Learn more about merges. This is a carousel with slides. Her Transformation, What Work Shes Revealed, Doing Her Own Thing! Were in for even more rain! John Carter of WBTV News This Morning reporting to you this morning. Attorneys in the Alex Murdaugh murder trial are expected to deliver their closing arguments beginning Wednesday after jurors visited the scene of the killings of the disbarred Lowcountry attorneys wife and son in June of 2021. Contests. Ken Ward had been with WSOC-TV since Jan. 2011 and left there just days ago to accept a reporting job at WFTS in Tampa. We live, work and play right here in the Cape Fear. Doug has been a weather nut since he was a child and is lucky enough to do what he loves for a living. Hope your day is off to a good start! Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. John Carter of WBTV News This Morning reporting to you this morning. He was initially arrested in 2018 in connection with a northwest Charlotte homicide. Here are just some of the many photos from their special day: The couple spent time in Hilton Head for their honeymoon before returning to the Queen City. I cant wait to share more about where I will land next," the reporter added. Were working to get more details on a pedestrian who was hit by a vehicle in Charlottes Elizabeth neighborhood. . As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. "Mom was bookish, serious. Constitutional carry bill aims to eliminate handgun permits, Medic: Teen dead, driver seriously injured in crash on I-485 in west Charlotte, PLAN AHEAD: Latest Weather Forecast Video. Jeff Fischel Charlotte, NC Professions & Specialties News Anchor Commercial Announcer Presenter Host Experience & Education Position: Host at ACC Digital Network, Sports Anchor at CNN Title: Host, ACC Digital Network Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Industry: Broadcast Media Work history: John works closely with the American Cancer Society to get out the message about the life saving importance of early detection. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. "Friend, co-worker and gentle soul . She will co-anchor the weekday 10 p.m. news on KXAS beginning on Sept. 22, KXAS announced earlier this month. "You never met anyone who was as positive and happy as him." Myers, 41, died in a. "So long, Charlotte, it's been a rewarding ride My final day at @WBTV_News is Monday, June 7th," Stacey tweeted. Following his work on Carolina Camera, John left WBTV and formed his own video production business. WBTV in Charlotte said her husband. "I will cherish all the fond memories of working with him during my 13 years at WBTV.". Cleanup is underway this morning following strong storms that swept through the area. Our team invites you to join us from 4:30 to 7:00 AM for the areas best, most accurate, factual and compelling morning newscast. Meet Sarah French, a four-time Emmy Award-winning journalist and WCNC Charlotte Morning Anchor. evvnt_require("evvnt/discovery_plugin").init({ ", Molly Grantham posted a photo of Stafford and wrote that it was a "perfect, awesome photo of 41yr veteran [] cancer takes the best of people. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Our team invites you to join us from 4:30 to 7:00 AM for the areas best, most accurate, factual and compelling morning newscast. John Carter of WBTV News This Morning reporting to you this morning. NBA Hope your day is off to a good start! Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. PUBLISHED 8:56 PM ET Jan. 25, 2018. He was one of the nicest people you'd ever know. The day has come. "We miss him already but can't wait to watch him shine in the ATL. WBTV has reached out to authorities for more information. And to know that were not going to see his smile or get to shake his hand again is very heart-breaking.. Catawba Co. Cleveland County. It seemed to us people in TV land that Bob seemed to have beat it. His death is a huge loss to the journalism industry, Russell said. Starting today, the Zacks Special burger will be available at OMB in Charlotte. Ward was a graduate of Hampton University and The College of New Rochelle with degrees in Journalism and Communications. As we start the morning, Steele Creek Road at Westinghouse Boulevard in Charlottes Steele Creek area is closed due to a fuel spill from a two-vehicle accident i Good morning to you! Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Charlotte using data from AAA. Flash Flood Watches remain in effect for much of the viewing area. Before joining Spectrum News in November of 2018, Jenna worked as an anchor for Charlotte stations WCCB and Fox, and anchored at CBS in West Palm Beach FL, Fox in Greenville SC and WWAY in Wilmington NC. Verify and try again. Our team invites you to join us from 4:30 to 7:00 AM for the areas best, most accurate, factual and compelling morning newscast. He had developed diabetes and broke his back . God broke the mold when he created Brad Stafford," Maureen O'Boyle tweeted. Were following breaking news from overnight. She was 52 years old. 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