WASHINGTON — Jim Vance this is week is celebrating his 45 years with NBC 4.
Vance started as a general assignment reporter in 1969 and moved to the anchor desk in 1972, becoming one of the nation’s first black co-anchors of a local nightly newscast.
45 years ago today, @JimVance4 began his journey with #NBC4. What's your favorite Vance moment? #LoveYaVance pic.twitter.com/tExC2Lfddj
— NBCWashington (@nbcwashington) June 16, 2014
NBC Nightly News Anchor Brian Williams wished Vance well in a funny tribute.
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