Congratulations to Weekend Meteorologist Tom Kierein who's retiring from WRC-TV (NBC4) after 34 years of bringing the weather in the weekdays and weekends. Also congrats to current weekend Meteorologist Amelia Draper who's moving to Weekdays at 4pm and 5pm on NBC4 starting in July.
Starting tonight, Leon Harris(from WJLA TV ABC7) is back on TV. He'll be doing the weekend news with Erika Gonzalez on WRC-TV NBC 4. You have to figure that eventually Leon Harris will be back on weeknights when legendary anchor Jim Vance retires.
10:50 was my childhood and the best till this day: 10: Barbara Harrison & Joe Krebs 4: Pat Lawson-Muse & Jim Handly 5: Wendy Rieger & Susan Kidd 6: Jim Vance & Doreen Gentzler
I remember Doreen Gentzler from when she was in Cleveland, WKYC Tv 3, when it was owned by NBC. Awfully hot chick! Glad to see she's still doing well in D.C.
I noticed Steve Doocy of "Fox & Friends" in the "Channel 4 News: Live at Five" intro from 1986-1987. At the time, he was also a semi-regular commentator on the Joseph Wapner version of "The People's Court."
Have they dropped that font on the "News 4" logo (which I believe is a variant of Univers, but I could be wrong)? They might've been the last NBC O&O to hold it on their logo.
Maybe that's a good thing. I don't think the logo has aged all too well, especially in its last form with the letter "N" being taller than the others. I don't find it aesthetically pleasing. (Now I'm just nitpicking.)
+Jimmy Sanders I found the identity of the voice on SouthernMedia's News Music Search Archive (southernmedia-nmsa.com). Michael D. Hanks also did voiceovers for sister-station KNBC at the time. You may be right. Trying to find a demo reel using a link from the NMSA made me come across this on the Internet Archive (since Chuck Riley's site no longer exists, of course): web.archive.org/web/20071009114005/www.voicehunter.com/chuck.htm On that page, it lists Michael D. Hanks as Chuck Riley's brother.
MFSB's "My Mood" was never used as an opening theme; it has only been used to close out Friday's 6:00 P.M. edition since 1980 (I think they still do it today). I also can't help but say the 1987-89 opens (5:33-6:39) seem kind of off-beat. Also note the similarity of the 1987-93 logo to WTAE's longtime "4" logo (especially in 2D). WNBC had attempted to use one similar to it when it launched "News 4 New York" in 1980. However, the logo only lasted for a few weeks before it was changed to that die-cut "4" that would be used throughout the '80s.
Jean Vargas Alvarez Jim Vance only works a couple of days a week now. The sports budget was slashed, I predict in a year or two Comcast SportsNet Washington will take over the sports reports, like they do in Houston or Philadelphia, since they are under the same corporate umbrella..
Jean Vargas Alvarez Jim Vance is getting ready to retire soon. He is retiring at the end of next year or early 2016. If you notice, he's off on most Fridays and starting next year, He will phase out the 11pm newscast. Chris Lawrence or Jim Handly have been teaming with Doreen Gentzler. One of them will succeed Vance when he steps down.
Jean Vargas Alvarez If you get a chance go The Washington Post online dated Sunday July 27. In the Washington Post magazine, Jim Vance and Doreen Gentzler are on the cover. He confirmed that story.
Robert Funderburkejr Jim Vance is retiring. He will phase out the 11pm newscast next month. He rarely does Fridays. He will retire sometime in 2016 or early 2017. Chris Lawrence or JIm Handley will fill Vance's position.
Bob Ryan was part of WJLA's "Weather dream team" with Doug Hill aka "the Doug of Doom" or "Mr. Snomagaddon"", he's retired now. Jim Vance passed away from cancer.
When he was there to unveil his picture on the wall outside Ben's Chili Bowl, I could tell he was not 100 per cent by looking at him. That's now how you're supposed to lose weight.
+Muma XFahm (MumaX992) Bob Ryan left WRC in 2010 and moved to WJLA-TV ABC 7 for three more years doing the 11:pm newscast. Bob Ryan retired in May 2013.
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6:18 was one of my favorites openings growing up. Loved the vocal pads on the keyboards in the background of that tune.
7:05-7:30 is my favorite. It always brings back memories of my childhood.
Simply the best collection of opens from the station I worked for and loved (WRC-TV). Thanks so much for the memories and unforgettable people I miss.
Where you on air. I may have seen you.
"This is WRC-TV Channel 4, Washington's leading station for news and information".
NBC 4 WRC always was the best TV news in the DC area hands down! Not even up for debate
Congratulations to Weekend Meteorologist Tom Kierein who's retiring from WRC-TV (NBC4) after 34 years of bringing the weather in the weekdays and weekends. Also congrats to current weekend Meteorologist Amelia Draper who's moving to Weekdays at 4pm and 5pm on NBC4 starting in July.
RIP Jim Vance.
Harry Tannenbaum is wearing glasses.
Starting tonight, Leon Harris(from WJLA TV ABC7) is back on TV. He'll be doing the weekend news with Erika Gonzalez on WRC-TV NBC 4. You have to figure that eventually Leon Harris will be back on weeknights when legendary anchor Jim Vance retires.
They were preparing to have him replace Vance when he sadly passed away. Harris left WJLA due to Sinclair's budget cuts.
What does Jim Vance, Doreen Gentzler, Bob Ryan and George Michael have in common?
Y’all can also find Marty Levin on KNSD news opens.
10:50 was my childhood and the best till this day:
10: Barbara Harrison & Joe Krebs
4: Pat Lawson-Muse & Jim Handly
5: Wendy Rieger & Susan Kidd
6: Jim Vance & Doreen Gentzler
Craig Melvin is now hosting of "Dateline".
at 6:16 is the best intro
RIP George Michael aka The Sports Machine.
@@TheBigFiz21 It was syndicated nationally and WJZ picked it up,.
I Just Love the 2008-2012 music.
WRC-TV Channel 4, Washington DC! The station that is Working For You!
I remember Doreen Gentzler from when she was in Cleveland, WKYC Tv 3, when it was owned by NBC. Awfully hot chick! Glad to see she's still doing well in D.C.
It's hard to believe Doreen is nearing 30 years at WRC-TV (NBC4) She's nearing 60 and is still easy on the eyes.
My favorite DC TV station.
You're watching NBC 4, Working 4 You.
I noticed Steve Doocy of "Fox & Friends" in the "Channel 4 News: Live at Five" intro from 1986-1987. At the time, he was also a semi-regular commentator on the Joseph Wapner version of "The People's Court."
Michael Glickman He does not look like he's changed much. Written a couple of books some his time at WRC.
He replaced another fomer local reporter Doug Lelewyn on that show. Judge Wapner was my favorite.
@@rockvilleraven I thought Doug Llewelyn lasted the entire run of "The People's Court."
Dude, George Michael was the host of the George Michael's Sports Machine.
It's been five years since George Michael passed on.
News 4 Washington 0:07
News center 4 0:25
Channel 4 news 1:44
News4 6:39
You left out "NewsCenter 4's Nightside Edition" intro from 1981.
Alan Bleviss voices the 1989-1992 opens, while John Pleisse is the current voice, succeeding Bill Ratner.
From London's Sports Leader, Ron Wilson
Where did they get these? I miss some of the old ones very much! Which one did they use in the mid 90s?
A few weeks ago they updated the last set of graphics and the News 4 logo
Have they dropped that font on the "News 4" logo (which I believe is a variant of Univers, but I could be wrong)? They might've been the last NBC O&O to hold it on their logo.
iamnomad101 the font changed but not "4" logo. The font is similar to the one used from 1978-1980.
Yes they dropped the font that has been the News4 logo for the last 20 years.
Maybe that's a good thing. I don't think the logo has aged all too well, especially in its last form with the letter "N" being taller than the others. I don't find it aesthetically pleasing. (Now I'm just nitpicking.)
Voiceover John Pleisse Does WRC-TV from 2006-Present
The announcer on the opens from 1:12-3:24 was Michael D. Hanks.
+iamnomad101 Nope. It's LA's own Chuck Riley.
+Jimmy Sanders I found the identity of the voice on SouthernMedia's News Music Search Archive (southernmedia-nmsa.com). Michael D. Hanks also did voiceovers for sister-station KNBC at the time.
You may be right. Trying to find a demo reel using a link from the NMSA made me come across this on the Internet Archive (since Chuck Riley's site no longer exists, of course): web.archive.org/web/20071009114005/www.voicehunter.com/chuck.htm
On that page, it lists Michael D. Hanks as Chuck Riley's brother.
MFSB's "My Mood" was never used as an opening theme; it has only been used to close out Friday's 6:00 P.M. edition since 1980 (I think they still do it today). I also can't help but say the 1987-89 opens (5:33-6:39) seem kind of off-beat.
Also note the similarity of the 1987-93 logo to WTAE's longtime "4" logo (especially in 2D). WNBC had attempted to use one similar to it when it launched "News 4 New York" in 1980. However, the logo only lasted for a few weeks before it was changed to that die-cut "4" that would be used throughout the '80s.
8:38 NEWS 4 logo same from WNBC-TV NEWS 4 NEW YORK and KCNC NEWS 4 COLORADO was a NBC now as CBS
Jean Vargas Alvarez Jim Vance only works a couple of days a week now. The sports budget was slashed, I predict in a year or two Comcast SportsNet Washington will take over the sports reports, like they do in Houston or Philadelphia, since they are under the same corporate umbrella..
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Jean Vargas Alvarez Jim Vance is getting ready to retire soon. He is retiring at the end of next year or early 2016. If you notice, he's off on most Fridays and starting next year, He will phase out the 11pm newscast. Chris Lawrence or Jim Handly have been teaming with Doreen Gentzler. One of them will succeed Vance when he steps down.
no way
Jean Vargas Alvarez If you get a chance go The Washington Post online dated Sunday July 27. In the Washington Post magazine, Jim Vance and Doreen Gentzler are on the cover. He confirmed that story.
Can you please do one for KNSD NBC 7/39?
Brandon Ofori please is not needed it's annoying like Donald Trump
Brandon Ofori The ID Junkie did that already.
Is Mr. Vance retriement?
Robert Funderburkejr Jim Vance is retiring. He will phase out the 11pm newscast next month. He rarely does Fridays. He will retire sometime in 2016 or early 2017. Chris Lawrence or JIm Handley will fill Vance's position.
Late 2017.
Jim Handley's position in 2018.
Robert Funderburkejr Thank you sir.
Well, you're welcome, sir.
jim vance still working on WRC-TV george michael passes away and bob ryan retier on ch4 also ch 7 rival WJLA-TV
Bob Ryan was part of WJLA's "Weather dream team" with Doug Hill aka "the Doug of Doom" or "Mr. Snomagaddon"", he's retired now. Jim Vance passed away from cancer.
@@rockvilleraven i know
I wish Jim Vance was still alive
When he was there to unveil his picture on the wall outside Ben's Chili Bowl, I could tell he was not 100 per cent by looking at him. That's now how you're supposed to lose weight.
WRC-TV Is the original client of Working for you by Gari Music.
It was a 615 music.
WRC News Package By Music Oasis Was made earlier before Chroma Cues by Music Oasis.
My favorite places in Washington, D.C. is the White House and the Capitol.
1:04 10:45
What ever happened to Bob Ryan
+Muma XFahm (MumaX992) Bob Ryan left WRC in 2010 and moved to WJLA-TV ABC 7 for three more years doing the 11:pm newscast. Bob Ryan retired in May 2013.
+Charles allen jr j After he left 7 at Jim Vances request, Bob Ryan did one last report on Channel 4's 11 pm newscast before he retired
That dude never ages, he's looked the same since day 1
1776 + 200 = 1976.
10:21 10:42
1:33 72
• COMELEC declares Cusi-wing as legitimate PDP-Laban ruling party
• PH Consulate in Houston enters 4th day of ballot feeding, their first presidential election to date
• OFWs gather for overseas voting in Thailand
• Cambodia's prime minister urges Myanmar junta for access to Suu Kyi
• Putin apologizes for anti-semitic comments of his foreign minister
• WHO: Pandemic death toll at end of 2021 may have hit 15-M people
Horrible news openings in the 80s
You joking right dude?
3:36 10:42