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HONORING BOB KOVACHICK FOR HIS TREMENDOUS IMPACT ON THE CAPITAL REGION
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HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK
of new york
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
Ms. STEFANIK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Bob Kovachick for his remarkable career and well-deserved retirement from WNYT. Over his illustrious fifty-year career, Bob had a tremendous impact on all those who watched his meteorology reports across the Capital Region.
In 1971, Bob graduated from Lyndon State College in Vermont where he received his degree in meteorology. He then launched his career at the Universal Weather Service in White Plains. After his time in White Plains, he went on to gain valuable experience at WTEN in Albany and WTAE in Pittsburgh.
In 1988, Bob joined WNYT's First Warning weather team as the chief meteorologist for NewsChannel 13. This was the beginning of a long and rewarding relationship between Bob, WNYT, and the Capital Region. Over the years, Bob has become a familiar face and voice in the homes of many. His weather reports on the nightly news have helped to keep families informed, prepared, and safe for decades.
In addition to serving as WNYT's chief meteorologist, Bob frequently spoke with various organizations on the intricacies of meteorology. Bob prioritized educating and inspiring young students and would spend many days visiting schools in the Capital Region to discuss meteorology. Due to Bob's dedication to producing high quality reports, he received the American Meteorological Society Seal of Approval in Television Weathercasting. He is also a professional member of both the American Meteorological Society and National Weather Association.
Bob is a shining light in the field of meteorology and serves as an inspiration to others in his field. He will be sorely missed on NewsChannel 13 broadcasts. On behalf of New York's 21st District, I am honored to congratulate Bob for his monumental career at WNYT and thank him for making a lasting impact on the Capital Region.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 164(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 164(2)
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