Do you wanna see Mark Nolan get a mani-pedi?

Would I kid you?

Are you a wkyc facebook fan /friend yet?

Well, if you are not, you are missing out and definitely not connected.

As a wkyc facebook fan, you are privy to the latest news, weather, sports, breaking stories as well as 'behind the scenes' inter-workings of the newsroom, studio, control room, special tapings and all kinds of neat0 and crazy stuff that happens in the course of the day in local television news.

You have the chance to be chosen as our 'Facebook Friend of the Day' and be recognized on air.

There is soooo much more as a wkyc facebook friend.

But the BIG news this week is that Anchor woman Romona Robinson and Morning Show anchor man Mark Nolan have a little battle brewing.

Romona and Nolan are going head to head in the 'Facebook Face-off.'

If we get 25 thousand friends, Mark Nolan will hit the beauty shop with Romona. He'll enter the 'pink' Diva room and indulge in a 'mani-pedi.'

When we hit 30 thousand friends, Romona will be sporting the overalls, strap on her tool belt and fix what's ailing Nolan's 'Franken-truck.' I'm sure you've seen the 'Franken-truck.' It's Mark Nolan's prized red pickup truck which must have over 200 thousand miles on it by now. It's a staple in the channel 3 parking garage! That's for sure!

Come on folks! I want to see BOTH! Just priceless and I'm sure very entertaining!

Log on and become a friend of wkyc on facebook to stay connected and let the fun begin!

Weekly Feature: Hidden Gems

(photo Courtesy wkyc.com from 2007 Race for the Cure)



Today's Hidden Gem: Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure


I am proud to be affiliated with the station that is not afraid to take on and discuss the serious issues which matter to our customers. We, as a television station, have the means and the opportunity to educate and inform our viewers about so many pertinent items. Breast cancer awareness is one such topic we continue to tackle.


We have embraced this theme for many years including being one of the media sponsors for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.


Senior Health Correspondent Monica Robins as well as anchors Mark Nolan and Romona Robinson (and so many other staffers) do stories and cover events year-round connected to the race and breast cancer awareness. This year Monica, Mark and Romona again serve as local honorary co-chairpersons.


On the 3rd day of each month, we share our Friend to Friend segment where we offer breast cancer awareness facts and personalized stories from those who are battling or have conquered breast cancer.


Monica Robins is a great champion of this issue and produces story after story on a regular basis but especially during the "Three Day" as well as the "Race for the Cure"....


Monica previews the race while giving the latest facts & figures and stories of women and families affected by this illness during her 7pm Special the Friday night before the race.


Then Channel 3 has complete coverage on race day from start to finish augmented with numerous stories and live coverage on wkyc.com.



The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Cleveland affiliate was established in 1994. They hoped to provide funding, knowledge, and support to this local community regarding breast cancer and breast cancer awareness and treatments.


The Race for the Cure website says last year alone they received 22 grants which provided women and men access to mammograms, treatments, breast cancer health education and support for those affected and their families.


If there is one bright spot when talking about this deadly illness, it is that most of the funds raised in Cleveland, for the most part, stay in Cleveland helping our friends, families and neighbors. And the ultimate goal world-wide is to one day conquer this awful disease.


Clevelanders are very giving people. They do embrace cause after cause. And there are many great causes which need to be in the public eye. One is not greater than the other.


I ask you to look within and see if there is an issue near and dear to your heart which you can embrace.


Feel free to submit a comment and share your personal story giving hope to others.


Due to the timeliness of this matter, I have made the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure this week's Hidden Gem.

Just like old times

It's been good having Mark Nolan back on this shift....just like old times!

In the news business, schedules are always in flux to cover all shifts during vacations and illness.

Our old (not so old really) friend Mark Nolan has been filling in as the 6pm, 7pm, and 11pm anchor with Romona while Tim White has a few days off.

Otherwise, I just see him on tv while he co-anchors Channel 3 News Today with Abby Hamm and the gang!

What a wonderful guy! Always there to lend a hand whenever and wherever needed.

He has made a great transition from his forever post of meteorologist to anchorman --and he does both jobs magnificently!

I can always count on Nolan to make me laugh with his quick wit and charm! He is just as funny, smart, and personable off the air as he is on the air! Talk about smart--he seems to know a little something about everything and anything! I always come armed with my 'automobile' questions! And get ready to talk a little Tribe! The topics of conversation endless!

I told him he is the big brother I never had (though I am a bit older!!!) so I guess that would be just 'brother I never had.'

Welcome back for the cameo, Mark, even if it is for a few days!!!! Come back soon, my man! We'll keep your seat warm for your next visit!