Бывший ведущий WTHR Чак Лотон выступит с лекцией в церкви Гринкастл

Chuck Lofton, a well-known news figure in television, will be coming to speak at Greencastle Christian Church on Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public but the church does ask those wanting to eat lunch make reservations by calling 765-653-5816. Chuck Lofton retired from WTHR in June of 2025 after serving morning viewers of WTHR TV for 40 years. Mayor Joe Hogsett declared that day, "Chuck Lofton Day" in the city of Indianapolis. Chuck joined WTHR in 1985 to launch 13 Sunrise bringing with him a passion for weather and a commitment to delivering accurate forecasts with a smile to viewers Over the decades he has become a household name in Indiana, known for his engaging personality, insightful analysis and dedication to public service. Throughout his tenure, Chuck has covered everything from tornadoes to blizzards and severe weather. He has been a fixture at WTHR's coverage of marquee events like the Indy 500 and Brickyard 400, the Colts, Pacers, Indy Eleven, Fuel and college sports. For years, he has emceed the Circle of Lights downtown and is the voice of the 500 Festival Parade. The Indiana Broadcasters Hall Of Fame inducted him into it while The Downtown Indy Alliance presented him last year with its Lifetime Achievement Award for his service to the state capital. He is recognized throughout the U.S. with his beloved "Chuck's Big Adventure " series that send him on 14 trips around the country to produce 140 stories , seen not only in Indiana but in other markets around the nation, In addition to his weather duties, he has been a frequent speaker at churches, universities, local schools and civic organizations including emceeing galas and events for groups like the American Heart Association, the Eiteljorg Museum, Damar Services, Bosma Enterprises and Hope Healthcare Services to name a few. He has also served on many boards including the Salvation Army and the National Weather Association. A graduate of Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, he is also an Honorary Alumnus of Taylor University, received a Presidential Citation from Indiana Wesleyan University and a certificate in pastoral ministry from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Chuck has received 24 regional Emmy awards, as well as being honored by the Associated Press and Society for Professional Journalists. In 2022 he was honored for lifetime achievement by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences by being inducted into their Silver Circle. He was the National Broadcaster Of The Year in 2007, honored by the National Weather Association. From now on, all WTHR news programs will be broadcast from the renamed "Chuck Lofton Studios." The announcement was made, coinciding with his retirement. Chuck and his wife Mary Lou have three sons and three beautiful granddaughters.