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Cleveland TV Icon Micki Byrnes Retires After 48 Years

1/23/2025

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Micki Byrnes, a beloved figure in Cleveland's local television scene, will retire in April after an impressive 48-year career. Since joining WKYC in 1997, she has taken on numerous leadership roles and made a lasting impact on the community through her board service. Even in retirement, Byrnes intends to stay involved, embracing new opportunities without the pressures of her role.

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Micki Byrnes, a beloved figure in Cleveland's local television scene, will retire in April after an impressive 48-year career. Since joining WKYC in 1997, she has taken on numerous leadership roles and made a lasting impact on the community through her board service. Even in retirement, Byrnes intends to stay involved, embracing new opportunities without the pressures of her role.