[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 164 (Tuesday, October 18, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1061]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING BOB KOVACHICK FOR HIS TREMENDOUS IMPACT ON THE CAPITAL REGION

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 18, 2022

  Ms. STEFANIK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Bob Kovachick for 
his remarkable career and well-deserved retirement from WNYT. Over his 
illustrious fifty-year career, Bob had a tremendous impact on all those 
who watched his meteorology reports across the Capital Region.
  In 1971, Bob graduated from Lyndon State College in Vermont where he 
received his degree in meteorology. He then launched his career at the 
Universal Weather Service in White Plains. After his time in White 
Plains, he went on to gain valuable experience at WTEN in Albany and 
WTAE in Pittsburgh.
  In 1988, Bob joined WNYT's First Warning weather team as the chief 
meteorologist for NewsChannel 13. This was the beginning of a long and 
rewarding relationship between Bob, WNYT, and the Capital Region. Over 
the years, Bob has become a familiar face and voice in the homes of 
many. His weather reports on the nightly news have helped to keep 
families informed, prepared, and safe for decades.
  In addition to serving as WNYT's chief meteorologist, Bob frequently 
spoke with various organizations on the intricacies of meteorology. Bob 
prioritized educating and inspiring young students and would spend many 
days visiting schools in the Capital Region to discuss meteorology. Due 
to Bob's dedication to producing high quality reports, he received the 
American Meteorological Society Seal of Approval in Television 
Weathercasting. He is also a professional member of both the American 
Meteorological Society and National Weather Association.
  Bob is a shining light in the field of meteorology and serves as an 
inspiration to others in his field. He will be sorely missed on 
NewsChannel 13 broadcasts. On behalf of New York's 21st District, I am 
honored to congratulate Bob for his monumental career at WNYT and thank 
him for making a lasting impact on the Capital Region.

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