I can’t believe the day is actually here. Tonight will be my last night on Newsline 9. I have so enjoyed all my time here. The people have been fantastic. From day one I met people that I knew I would be friends for life with. It has been a ride for the past couple years, dealing with blizzards, tornadoes, drought, and floods. But it is Wisconsin and I guess as they say the weather is always changing. Well except for winter…it seems to never end!
The community is one aspect that I have so loved here in Wausau and around North Central Wisconsin. Everywhere you go, people are overly friendly and welcoming. It was fun coming back to this area since I grew up only a few hours away in the U.P. I want to thank especially Big Brothers Big Sisters, United Way of Marathon County, especially Emerging Leaders, and my Parrish, St. Matt’s. They, plus several other organizations made living and being apart of the community so worth it. I enjoyed so many fundraisers and events and was blessed to meet so many people who love being a Cheesehead! ( I do too!)
I will be heading to State College, Pennsylvania for my next job. I have decided to take on a different role leaning towards the Internet. I will be doing partnerships for the special interests sections on AccuWeather.com. This includes their travel, health, home, and outdoors sections. I’m excited for this new path and opportunity but will miss the viewers and the wonderful place I called home for a few years.
This was a pic from my last school talk…taken with Mosinee Elementary.
You can follow me on twitter.com to stay in touch: KrissyMConnolly
Best wishes and as always…. Go Pack Go!
Meteorologist Kristen Connolly
Posted under Community, new media, Travel, Uncategorized, Viewer pictures
This post was written by kconnolly on April 21, 2011
Best of luck Kristin on your new job I have really enjoy you on tv and my email weather you have sent me your work in central Wisconsin will never be forgotten take care
Krissy,
Alot of viewers will miss watching you. How do I know? They come into my bank here in Englewood FL & tell me how much they’ve enjoyed your shows in the summer. You had a fantastic last show. I will miss your smile. Love, Mom
Wow, it seems like just yesterday that I was interning with you and Brian, it’s wierd to think that now neither of you will be there! Good luck in your new job!
Congrats Kristen! Always stinks to leave somewhere but you are moving on to such a great opportunity!
Brian
Good luck Kristen. We will miss you.
Good Luck Kristen. You will really be missed. You were good at keeping us informed not just in our area, but also in the U.P. where we often visit in the summer. Have fun doing what you are going to be doing, that is what counts.
Good luck Kristen. I agree with your comment about the never ending winters! I follow the Accu-weather site too, so likely will see your new work on the outdoors section. My daughters girl scout group and class enjoyed your presentation earlier this year greatly!
Best wishes to you Kristen!