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Terry Wood Salt TV Main Anchor/ Senior Correspondent
Terry Wood has a top anchorman in local TV news for nearly forty years. He began his broadcast career in Dallas and Lubbock, Texas in 1966 before moving to KUTV as a main anchor in 1971, a position he held until 1982 when he moved to Atlanta, Georgia to work for the top ranked NBC affiliate, and then to New Orleans where he was main anchor for top ranked NBC affiliate, WSDU. Terry returned to Utah and to KUTV in 1992, where he was reunited with Michelle King until 1997. After that, Terry took the reins as lead morning anchor for KSL 5, before landing the Main Anchor position at KTVX. While at KTVX Terry won two coveted Emmy Awards, one for feature coverage of the 40th anniversary of the JFK assassination to which he was an eyewitness in 1963. He also won the 2006 Emmy Award for Best Newscast for his live coverage of the Trolley Square Massacre. Terry also received top honors from The Utah Society of Professional Journalists for Best Prime Time Newscasts, 2005, 2006 and 2007. In 2007, Terry was the only Utah journalist to accompany rescue workers underground during the Crandall Canyon mine collapse, the first time in US history journalists were allowed under ground during an active rescue attempt. In 2008 Terry was nominated for an Emmy for his coverage of Utah air quality.
Outside of TV, Terry’s activities include service as President of the Easter Seal Association; President of Tree Utah; President, Dance Theater Coalition of Utah. Terry recently received The Lifetime Achievement Award from Utah Easter Seals and from the Utah Alzheimer’s Association.
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October 16, 2011 3:12 pm
When you hear the name "Sutherland" around Utah, who comes to mind? It most likely isn't George Sutherland, but it should be.
George Sutherland was a Utahn who has had as much influence, or perhaps even more, over our lives as any Utahn, past or present. George Sutherland was a Utah legislator back in the 1890's. He was a congressman and U.S. Senator in the early 1900's. And in 1922, he was appointed to the United States Supreme court by President Warren G. Harding, where he served until 1938 He is the only Utahn to ever sit on the High Court.
So what did this man do to affect our lives today? A lot. Especially for a country boy who came across the plains with his parents, settled in Utah County, and saw, firsthand, the hard work and hardships of miners toiling in the Tintic mines.
George Sutherland championed the Workers Compensation laws, first getting such laws passed in the Utah Legislature and then in congress. He believed it was only fair to place the burden for injuries and sickness of workers in dangerous jobs where it belonged.. on the employer who had no concern, in those days, for workplace safety.
He was a strong proponent of women's rights, both in the Utah legislature and Congress. In fact, it was Senator George Sutherland who framed and introduced in Congress the 19th Amendment to the Constitution.. the amendment that gave women the right to vote in the United States. George Sutherland said it was "not fair, logical, or moral to exclude half the population from political participation simply because they happened to be born female."
And it was Congressman George Sutherland who was the chief proponent of the Reclamation Act that provided Federal funding for much need water projects, thus opening up the West to development.
George Sutherland, a Democrat from Utah? No, not at all. George Sutherland was a Republican from his first days in the Utah legislature until his death in 1942 .
So, why do I bring this up? Because Saturday October 15, 2011, George Sutherland was the focal point of a black-tie dinner celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Salt Lake City law firm of Snow, Christensen & Martineau, a law firm that evolved from Sutherland's first partnership in the 1880's, "Thurman & Sutherland". At that dinner, a documentary on the life of George Sutherland was premiered, (my wife, Susan, was the writer. ( Yes, I am proud!) and you can see that film in its entirety on the Salt TV site. A Utah actor, Michael Bennett, gave a very realistic performance of George Sutherland recounting his political life and some of the very important decisions he wrote for the Supreme Court, decisions that still affect us today. And a bigger than life sculpture of George Sutherland by Utah artist Stan Watts was unveiled. The statue will sit in the new Federal Courthouse that is being built in Salt Lake City.
That new Federal Courthouse will not be finished for two more years, and it will not be complete without a name. Considering all he did that remains with us today, the name of Justice George Sutherland would be an appropriate honor for the man, who few have ever heard of, but a man with an impact that shapes our nation today.
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February 12, 2011 12:43 am
What A Difference A Day Makes
24 Hours ... Midday, February 10, 2011 to midday February 11th. Major developments that affect the world, Utah and a Utah County family ... The end and the beginning.
The revolution comes to an end in Egypt. February 11th, a momentous day in the history of a civilization that spans thousands of years. A long time leader, both powerful and corrupt, has been driven from office by the people he controlled. Egyptians demanded an end to that control and have won a new beginning, what they hope will be the beginning of real democracy. But history is rife with peoples revolutions built on hope for a new beginning for a better life with basic human freedoms that turned sour when the power vacuum was filled. The Russian Revolution where the "people" threw out the corrupt Czarist rule only to find themselves under the thumb of Communist Totalitarianism. The Iranian revolution where the "people" threw out the corrupt Shah only to find themselves under the strict dictates of religious fundamentalism.
Now, an "end" to the 30 year rule of Hosni Mubarak. It is a new "beginning", but what it begins is still not clear. We can only hope the dream of the Egyptian people, does not turn out to be a dark dream.
In Utah, the long nightmare of Richard and Tamara Davis has come to at least a partial end. In a Utah County courtroom the morning of February 11, 2011, Timmy Brent Olsen finally admitted he was there when 15 year old Kiplyn Davis was killed in 1995. We in Utah have come to know the Davis family over the years through her fathers many pleas for knowledge of what happened to his daughter. She disappeared after school one spring day in '95. Our hearts broke as his requests for information on Kiplyn's whereabouts turned to the realization she was most likely dead. His requests became heart wrenching as he begged her killer to just let the family know what happened and where Kiplyn's body was so they could bring her home to rest. Now they know for sure the gravestone that sits in the Spanish Fork Cemetery with Kiplyn's picture and birth date can likely be completed someday.. We can only hope the "end" of the Davis family nightmare, the return of Kiplyn's body brings a "beginning" of peace, serenity, and closure.
And February 10th ... late afternoon ... the nearly 50 year basketball career of Jerry Sloan comes to an end. 23 years as head coach of the Utah Jazz, the longest run ever with one team in NBA history. Many Jazz fans have never even known another Jazz head coach. A list of Jerry's records and accomplishments would fill another page of blog. Suffice it to say, this was a man who coached the Jazz to 15 consecutive playoffs and two NBA Finals, and was voted into the NBA Hall of Fame before he even left basketball. The "end" of the Sloan era and a "beginning" for the Jazz with a new coach, Ty Corbin. We only hope it is a welcome beginning for Jerry Sloan who has provided Utah with so much in so many ways, both in basketball and in community service over the years.
24 hours ... one revolution of the Earth ... endings and beginnings so close together ... and hopefully, a bright, new ray of light for all.
September 3, 2010 12:36 pm
High Drama At Rice Eccles Stadium ... And In My Living Room!
"I hope you got your money's worth!" Those were the words from Coach Kyle Whittingham shortly after an overtime field goal gave the Utes a season opening victory over Pitt.
Well, I got mine! The money wasn't for a ticket (I didn't have one to the sold out game), but for the cost of the satellite service that brought the game into my living room.. and the package of chicken wings and chili sauce that seemed the appropriate gourmet meal for the start of college football season.
I had been waiting for this game since the Utes bowl win over Cal last December. This was more than just another season opener. This was another game against a BCS recognized team and a top twenty ranked team. Another way to prove the Utes are worthy of PAC 10 (or soon to be 12) membership.
And what a game it was!! An overtime thriller that had my family standing up in the living room... as if we were really at the stadium.
Yes, Coach, I got my money's worth! But I also learned an important lesson for the rest of the season. All Ute fans over the age of 60 (like me) should have an electro-cardiogram before watching the game and a defibrillator sitting at the end of the couch, just in case!!!
August 29, 2010 7:44 pm
In my forty plus years of journalism, people often ask me what story or stories have affected me the most. I invariably answer, "The stories of tragedy involving a child".
Many times on the news set, I'd find my eyes watering up when reporting a child's death. Reporting tragedy is tough. When a child is involved, it's tougher.
I still remember the names and faces of many of those I have reported on over the years; children who left this world too soon.
And after my first child was born, the stories took on a greater personal importance. I related to the pain their parents must feel, although I was aware that without having faced what they were experiencing, I could never really know.
None of us want to "know" that pain, but many have.
Now my good friend, Doug Wright and his family, is suffering the loss of a beloved son.
As parents, our children are always our "children" even when they become adults.
The loss of an adult child hurts as deeply.
I am sorry for your loss, Doug and D.
My heart is with you!
Terry
July 10, 2010 2:57 pm
Some complain that in Utah, we don't celebrate the "Fourth" if it falls on a Sunday. I understand. It was difficult to attend the Granite Community 4th of July Pancake Breakfast and Parade this year when it fell on the 3rd of July. So difficult, I didn't make it.
It is, as I have for many years, told friends and colleagues, the best neighborhood 4th of July parade because it is genuine. Neighbors sitting on web chairs watching other neighbors and their children ride through Old Granite on bicycles wrapped in red, white and blue crepe paper. just as I did as a child many decades ago. Anyone who wants to walk, ride or run can be in the parade. The rest of us sit and cheer them on or squirt them with water guns. And some squirt back! It brings us out in an area where we don't always see each other because of the semi-rural nature of Granite and the quasi-rat race we all exist in. But this year, I didn't make it. It just didn't seem like the 4th. And it wasn't. It was the 3rd! And I slept in! Just another Saturday.
Then came the evening of the 3rd. Did you see that sunset? It was God's firework show with one long burst instead of a quick flash. Susan and I watched from our balcony and marveled at the majestic light show that was not man made. We heard fireworks popping in the distance. We saw the flashes of phosphorescent color miles away. But nothing matched the natural gift we were given. As I write this, it is dusk of the 4th. Again, the sound of small firecrackers echo through the neighborhood and brilliant circles of light explode in the valley. And we have been given another day and night of extraordinary weather. Tomorrow, Monday, will be another day of flag raising ceremonies and parades. Another evening of fireworks and children squealing with delight. And, I suspect, another gift of a spectacular sunset. Yes, not all of Utah celebrates the 4th on the 4th if it falls on a Sunday. But, if you really noticed what this weekend has been, you understand we had three Independence Day holiday celebrations, while others had only one.
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