[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 72 (Wednesday, April 30, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E364]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING SHERI JONES

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                            HON. TOM BARRETT

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 30, 2025

  Mr. BARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a true legend in 
Michigan broadcasting, Sheri Jones, who is retiring after nearly 37 
years as a trusted voice and compassionate presence on WLNS-TV 6 in 
Lansing.
  Since 1987, Sheri has been more than a news anchor--she's been a 
steady, reassuring presence in our homes. Her warm demeanor and 
unwavering professionalism have made her a beloved figure across mid-
Michigan. Whether reporting breaking news or moderating debates. Sheri 
brought clarity, dignity, and heart to every story she told.
  Her excellence has not gone unnoticed. Sheri is a proud inductee of 
both the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame and the Michigan Association 
of Broadcasters Hall of Fame. She's received multiple Emmy nominations, 
accolades from the Associated Press, and recognition from the Michigan 
Association of Broadcasting. Sheri is also a proud member of the Silver 
Circle of the Michigan chapter of the National Academy of Television 
Arts and Sciences--an honor reserved for those who have devoted a 
quarter-century or more to broadcast excellence.
  But Sheri's impact goes far beyond the newsroom. She's been a 
tireless advocate on the frontlines of some of our most pressing 
issues--raising awareness about the opioid crisis, mental health, and 
human trafficking. Additionally. she has used her platform not just to 
inform, but to inspire change.
  Sheri Jones is more than a journalist--she is a storyteller, a 
mentor, a community champion, and a true public servant. Her retirement 
marks the end of an era for Michigan journalism, but her legacy will 
continue in the lives she's touched, the issues she's illuminated, and 
the community she's helped build.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me and a grateful mid-
Michigan community in recognizing Sheri for her decades of service and 
wishing her all the best in this well-earned next chapter.

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