![]() "We have been incredibly fortunate to work with such a great journalist and Detroit has been fortunate to have such a strong, dedicated voice serving our community. "The impact Diana Lewis has had upon television and Detroit is immeasurable," said Ed Fernandez, WXYZ Vice-President and General Manager. Lewis, one of the most recognized and respected faces on Detroit television, has been an anchor on 7 Action News for more than 35 years. with co-anchor Maria Lisignoli.SOUTHFIELD, Mich., J/PRNewswire/ - After a career that has spanned more than four decades in broadcasting, Diana Lewis announced today that she will retire from WXYZ-TV, Channel 7. ![]() with Leigh Mills, and NBC15 News at 5 and 10 p.m. He is the proud father of two children-son Taylor and daughter Kaia. John currently resides on Madison’s east side with wife, Anna. He’s had a real impact on our community and young journalists, in particular,” said WMTV NBC15 News Director Jessica Laszewski. That extends behind the scenes, where he is a newsroom leader and mentor to so many on our team. The genuineness that viewers see each evening is real. He is the real deal on-air and off and never compromises his integrity-or the station’s-for a story. “We will celebrate John’s decision over the next year. John has also represented NBC15 at numerous community events, volunteers his time, and serves on the board of directors of the Badger Childhood Cancer Network and the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin. He’s actively led station initiatives, including NBC15 Share Your Holidays for Second Harvest Foodbank, the NBC15 Community Diaper Drive, and Take Your Brat to Work Day (the official kick off to Brat Fest). Through the years, John has championed the work of the station and local non-profits alike. John will be missed by all of south central Wisconsin,” said WMTV NBC15 Vice President/General Manager Don Vesely. John has never made the job about himself, and because of that, has made every NBC15 reporter and anchor better at their craft. His calm during moments of turmoil eased all those associated with a news story. John has been a cornerstone to our evening coverage for over 17 years. When the facts are not present, John leads the charge to find them. ![]() News is not about opinions, but about informing viewers with facts. “John Stofflet defines what every General Manager looks for in an evening anchor. Serving the people and communities of Southern Wisconsin has truly been a privilege, and I look forward to continuing to do so over the next 12 months,” said Stofflet. I’ve had the opportunity to travel the world on assignment, witness historic events as they’ve unfolded, and meet and share the stories of so many extraordinary people. “It’s difficult to imagine leaving a career that has been so rewarding over the past four decades. His retirement next summer will come as John celebrates 40 years in television news. Stofflet shared his plans with viewers this evening, on NBC15 News at 6 p.m., and with station management and co-workers in May. ![]() (WMTV) - After four decades in broadcasting, Evening Anchor John Stofflet will step down from his role and sign-off for the final time one year from now-in June 2023. ![]()
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