Hey everyone. I apologize for taking so long to respond to the wonderful comments. My family and I have finally moved into our house and now we are just trying to unpack everything. I never knew we had so much “stuff”!!!! It’s unbelievable.
We kick off the RV tour tomorrow (August 29). Hopefully we’ll be able to see you.
For those of you who suggested we go to Eastern Star church, thank you!!!! The sermon was very good and the praise music was also fantastic.
Tonya, thank you for offering to suggest hair stylists for my wife, Valarie. Yes, that is VERY important.
Pam, I haven’t caught up with Angela Cain just yet. We’ve exchanged emails a couple of times but when I contact her again I’ll be sure to mention your name.
Erika, when you get that next dog named “Wallace” please email a picture to me.
And once again, thank you everyone for the kind words. God bless you all!!!

Hey everyone!

We are finally starting to catch our breath after the move! It’s great to hear from so many of you in Iowa and Indiana. Really, thanks for all the nice thoughts.
Daralene - I hope you’re loving the weather in Orlando! It’s always good to hear from former colleagues and find out what they’re up to - Florida is lucky to have you. WRTV also has another WCIA alum - Meteorologist Kevin Gregory who worked there in 88-89. It’s been great trading stories with him about the people and places of Champaign-Urbana.

Todd and I are kicking off the RV tour tomorrow. After meeting the governor and visiting Eli Lilly, we’ll be out to the ballgame. Apparently Todd and my son get to throw out the first pitch at Victory Field.

Come on out and say hi at a tour stop if you can!
We’ll see you soon.
Trish

Years ago two very close friends of mine, who were born and raised in Indianapolis, told me how fantastic it is. I remember how proud they were of the city and its people. I love my wife and daughter more than anything, so while this is a great move for my career, it had to be an even better move for my family. My wife wants a place where she can be a part of the community. And we want our daughter, who is three, to be proud of the place where she grew up. We hope and believe that place is Indianapolis.

I’ve been in this business for about 20 years. And I can truly say I’ve not been more excited (and o.k.- a bit nervous) to have this new opportunity. Also know that Trisha and I are working for you. Journalists should always be aware that we are providing a service to the community. We will do our best to deliver the quality newscasts you deserve.

Uh, one more thing. I am an original Colts fan. I was born in Baltimore and grew up seeing them play with my dad. I can’t wait for us to go to our first game!!

Your questions and comments are always welcome.

Todd Wallace

My husband, Ian and I have been hoping for quite some time to make Indianapolis our next home. We think it will be a perfect place to raise our two kids - an exciting city without the drawbacks of a HUGE city, and much closer to our hometowns (mine near Chicago, his in Champaign, where I worked for 8 years). Indy is a city where he works often as a musician (rock/jazz drummer and marching snare instructor), and a place we like to visit often. I am looking forward to getting to know greater Indianapolis even better as a new citizen! I may not be a Hoosier by birth, but much of my extended family is from Central Illinois and Indiana - it’s a place I love and appreciate, and I hope we will find it as welcoming as Iowa has been!

I do consider myself a reporter and journalist much more than a “hairsprayed talking head!” I hope that will be obvious to you when you watch in September. I’ve been in the news business about 12 years now, and am up for the challenge of helping WRTV move to the next level and offer high-quality newscasts.

Todd and I welcome all suggestions on places to go that will help initiate us to our new surroundings.
Best wishes and see you on the air soon!

Trisha Shepherd