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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Who is Hollie Strano? Former WKYC meteorologist lands new job in Canton; ‘Let's do this Stark County'
Hollie Strano, the longtime WKYC Channel 3 meteorologist, has landed a new role in Northeast Ohio media. She will now deliver weather forecasts for Mix 94.1, a Canton-based radio station from 6 am to 10 pm daily, reported The Repository. Hollie Strano begins a fresh chapter at Mix 94.1.(X/@holliesmiles) The station welcomed the meteorologist with a post highlighting her decades of experience. The announcement read, 'Hollie Strano is an Emmy-winning mental health advocate, seasoned television professional, and nationally recognised public figure with over two decades of on-air experience.' Excited to return to local audiences, Strano expressed her gratitude in a social media post. 'Let's do this Stark County! So much love for you, Canton! Thank you for having me,' she wrote in a social media post. Exit from WKYC after DUI case Strano's new role marks her first local position since her departure from WKYC last September. The Repository report stated that she worked at the Cleveland NBC affiliate for 22 years before being terminated in the wake of a DUI charge. Also read: Dylan Dreyer net worth: How much does Today show meteorologist earn? In November 2023, she was charged with operating a vehicle under the influence following a crash on Thanksgiving. She later pleaded guilty, receiving a fine, a short intervention program, and a one-year license suspension, it added. Nine months later, WKYC and its parent company Tegna, announced her termination. Strano, according to the report, stated that she believed her dismissal was tied to her openness about her recovery. She expressed sadness for being dismissed after over 22 years of work. 'I believe the actions of WKYC and Tegna demonstrate the stigma surrounding addiction that so many in our community experience every day,' she was quoted as saying. Legal action against former employer In December 2024, according to another report, she filed a lawsuit against WKYC and Tegna. She alleged her termination was linked to her recovery posts on social media and also to her promotion of a product. The case is still underway. Expanding radio presence across states While the Canton job is her first in Northeast Ohio since leaving television, Strano has also broadened her reach to audiences in the South. Last month, she had announced she was providing weather forecasts to stations in Georgia and Alabama. 'What an honour it is to be bringing you the forecast each day, from my hometown in Cleveland to your radios down South,' she wrote in another Facebook update. Podcasting and advocacy work According to the Lyndhurst native has also turned to podcasting. She hosts Abruptly Authentic, which can be streamed on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple podcasts, where she talks about mental health, sobriety, and personal growth. FAQs Q1: Where is Hollie Strano working now? She is delivering daily weather forecasts for Mix 94.1 in Canton, Stark County. Q2: Why did Hollie Strano leave WKYC? She was terminated in September 2024, months after a DUI conviction. Strano claims she was fired for publicly sharing her recovery journey. Q3: Has Hollie Strano taken legal action against WKYC? Yes. She filed a lawsuit in December 2024, alleging wrongful termination tied to her social media posts and product promotion. Q4: Is Hollie Strano working outside Ohio? Yes. She also provides weather forecasts for radio stations in Georgia and Alabama. Q5: What else is Hollie Strano doing now? She hosts Abruptly Authentic, a podcast about sobriety, mental health, and life in Cleveland.
Mint
2 days ago
- Climate
- Mint
Who is Hollie Strano? Beloved weather presenter returns to Northeast Ohio radio after tough year
Meteorologist Hollie Strano, whose a familiar name in Northeast Ohio, is now giving weather updates on Canton's Mix 94.1 radio station. She's on air every day from 6 am to 10 pm, sharing hourly forecasts. Even though she's based in Cleveland, Strano is working remotely for the station. This is her first local media job since leaving TV station WKYC last year. Strano spent 22 years at WKYC before leaving in September 2024. In December, she filed a lawsuit saying the station fired her for being open about her struggles with alcohol. Her journey became public after a car crash on Thanksgiving in 2023, which led to a drink-driving conviction. She was fined, went to an intervention programme, and lost her driving licence for a year. Since leaving TV, Strano has been focusing on mental health and recovery. She started a podcast called 'Abruptly Authentic', where she talks about sobriety, wellness, and life in Cleveland. Strano is an Emmy-winning mental health advocate, who is praised for being 'positive, strong and real'. Strano thanked her listeners with a message on Facebook: 'Let's do this Stark County! So much love for you, Canton! Thank you for having me! (sic)' She's also doing weather reports for radio stations in Georgia and Alabama. Hollie Strano's return to broadcasting shows her strength and determination. Through honesty and hard work, she's building a new chapter in her career — and inspiring others along the way.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Hollie Strano, former WKYC TV meteorologist, gets new gig in Stark County
Hollie Strano, the former WKYC Channel 3 TV meteorologist, has landed a new gig in Stark County. Strano, who was fired last year after 22 years with the station, will now bring Mix 94.1 radio listeners the weather each morning. "Hollie Strano is an Emmy-winning mental health advocate, seasoned television professional, and nationally recognized public figure with over two decades of on-air experience," according to a post on the Canton station's website. "A trusted meteorologist and the creator of Abruptly Authentic — streaming on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts — she blends science, storytelling, and soul to deliver impactful forecasts and fearless conversations across the country." Related reporting: 'I love me, finally': Hollie Strano shares her recovery story, offers hope to others "Let's do this Stark County!" Strano said on Facebook. "So much love for you, Canton! Thank you for having me!" Strano will forecast Monday-Sunday from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. A message was left Aug. 18 with Mix 94.1 requesting comment on Strano's hiring. Why did Hollie Strano lose her position at WKYC? The station announced Strano's firing in September 2024, around nine months after she was charged with operating a vehicle under the influence in November 2023. She later pleaded guilty to the charge. "I am sad to share that after 22 plus years of dedicated work, WKYC and Tegna decided to terminate my employment after I shared my recovery journey publicly," she posted following her termination. "I believe the actions of WKYC and Tegna demonstrate the stigma surrounding addiction that so many in our community experience every day." Related reporting: WKYC denies allegations made by former meteorologist Hollie Strano in civil case Shortly after she was fired, Strano filed a lawsuit against her former company, claiming she was terminated for sharing her alcoholism recovery journey on social media as well as promoting a product. Strano also forecasts for southern radio stations Last month, Strano also announced that she is doing forecast work for radio stations in the Georgia and Alabama areas. "What an honor it is to be bringing you the forecast each day, from my hometown in Cleveland to your radios down South!" she said in a Facebook post. "Grateful for the opportunity, and excited for what's ahead." She also hosts the "Abruptly Authentic with Hollie Strano" podcast on Youtube. The Akron Beacon Journal contributed to this report. Reach Janson McNair at jmcnair@ or (330)-580-8347. This article originally appeared on The Repository: Hollie Strano, former WKYC forecaster, accepts position with Mix 94.1 Solve the daily Crossword
