Lu Ann Stoia, longtime ABC6 and FOX28 reporter, moving on
Lu Ann Stoia, a longtime reporter at WSYX ABC6 and WTTE FOX28 in Columbus, has announced that she will not be renewing her contract and will be leaving the station on Friday.
After over a decade of reporting in the area and 48 years in the communication business, the Emmy Award-winning journalist has decided to step away from her role in journalism.
"Journalism has been my 'calling,' and now I am looking forward to serving our community in new ways," she stated in a Facebook post. "What an awesome run. A big thank you to all who have been there along the way."
TV moves:WBNS 10TV anchor and reporter Tino Ramos retiring after 29 years
Stoia expressed gratitude to the ABC 6 newsroom and the station's viewers, stating that she will miss them. Though she emphasized that she is not retiring, but rather "re-firing" as she moves forward into the next chapter of her life.
She also expressed her love for the community and encouraged anyone who sees her out and about to say hello.
@StoiaLu is departing ABC 6/FOX 28 after spending over a decade reporting for the Columbus station! Thanks for your dedication and passion for storytelling. We will miss you! ❤️❤️❤️ https://t.co/A0Nzkq7lvJ pic.twitter.com/65EPGquOse
— WSYX ABC 6 (@wsyx6) February 24, 2023
Last week, 10TV anchor and reporter Tino Ramos announced his retirement after 29 at that station.
This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: ABC6 and FOX28's Lu Ann Stoia announces departure
