When Hurricane Katrina struck the Mississippi Gulf Coast, chaos reigned and communication was critical. At the heart of the storm’s coverage was Dave Vincent, a seasoned broadcaster and station manager of WLOX-TV, He delivered life-saving information to a community in crisis. As the disaster unfolded, Dave and his team provided award-winning coverage that kept residents informed, connected, and hopeful.
A veteran of the news industry, Dave holds degrees from three colleges, including a master’s in public relations from the University of Southern Mississippi. He continues to serve on the university’s School of Mass Communication and Journalism Advisory Board and has been inducted into both the school’s Hall of Fame and the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame.
Dave’s leadership and dedication during Katrina exemplify the vital role of local journalism in times of disaster. His tireless work—alongside the entire WLOX-TV team—ensured that the people of Gulfport and Biloxi had the information they needed to make life-or-death decisions.
“I wish today we had that camaraderie we had back then. People really came together and helped each other.” —Dave Vincent
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