[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 187 (Wednesday, November 28, 2018)]
[House]
[Page H9670]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 CELEBRATING BOB GRIP ON HIS RETIREMENT

  (Mr. BYRNE asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. BYRNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate Bob Grip on his 
retirement after 33 years at FOX10 News in Mobile, Alabama, and an even 
more impressive 48 years in journalism.
  Bob has been a mainstay in television in southwest Alabama and the 
Florida Panhandle for over three decades. Through his work at the 
anchor desk, Bob helped create a more informed community.
  Just as impressive is Bob's contribution away from the TV station. He 
has dedicated countless hours to numerous service organizations and 
programs, including teaching journalism classes and hosting high school 
academic competitions.
  One of my fondest memories with Bob was when he tagged along for a 
day of my townhall meetings in rural Alabama. At each stop, Bob was the 
highlight. In fact, there is no doubt that more people were excited to 
see Bob than their Congressman. It was a testament to just how loved 
and respected Bob Grip is by so many people in southwest Alabama.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to call Bob a friend, and I wish him and his 
wife, Marie, all of the best in their retirement.

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