General Assembly approves resolution honoring Chief Meteorologist Mark Reynolds' 40 years at WJHL
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee General Assembly approved a resolution congratulating News Channel 11's Chief Meteorologist Mark Reynolds for 40 years of service.
Reynolds' run at WJHL began in 1985.
Chief Meteorologist Mark Reynolds celebrates 40 years at News Channel 11
The resolution calls Reynolds an 'advocate for animals' and a 'true Tennessean' who is dedicated to his career.
A copy of Senate Joint Resolution 153 is below:
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To read more about Reynolds, visit his WJHL 'Meet the Team' tab.
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