Wayne Deel: A Legendary Journalist's Legacy

Journalist Wayne Deel, a legendary figure in the field, passed away at 79. Known for his relentless pursuit of breaking news, Deel started as a darkroom technician and rose to become the photo assignment editor. His vast collection of images and numerous awards, including for his coverage of the 1985 flood, are a testament to his dedication. Deels passion for photography and journalism was infectious, inspiring those around him. He also mentored young journalists and later pursued a career in hospital safety. Joining our team this month is Nora Shelly, covering city hall and local politics. Ben Orner and Ethan Hunt will host a community listening session in Blacksburg this Thursday. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/32a5f260a631c74a