
Blaine Stewart
Anchor and Reporter at WTKR-TV (Norfolk, VA)
Evening Host at WPTE-FM (Virginia Beach, VA)
Anchor and Reporter at WGNT-TV (Norfolk, VA)
Local news anchor @WTKR3 📺• Also heard on @949ThePoint 📻 • @Canes hockey 🏒• New Orleans native ⚜️• @NLGJA lifetime member 🏳️🌈
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1 week ago |
wtkr.com | Blaine Stewart
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Hampton Roads is mourning the loss of two familiar voices on the radio. This week, we learned of the passing of longtime on-air personalities Jeff Moreau and Mark McKay. The two were staples on airwaves across the area for decades. McKay worked as a DJ and then program director at 97.3 The Eagle from 1999 to 2019, leaving the station to work for a Nashville-based record label.
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2 weeks ago |
ourcommunitynow.com | Blaine Stewart
Several factors contribute to the increase in foster cases, according to Sharon Reams, the director of youth services. "We've also seen an increase of infants needing foster care, and that's a direct result of the national substance use epidemic," she says. Reams emphasizes that potential foster parents need not feel alone in their journey. "We help with car seats, cribs, clothing.
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2 weeks ago |
wtkr.com | Blaine Stewart
"There's a lot of noise, it's a lot of toys, it's a lot of laughter," says Marcie Cholewinski, describing the dinnertime chaos at her bustling household. The Cholewinski family's story highlights the support foster families provide, as they have three biological children, five adopted children, and have fostered many others.
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2 weeks ago |
wtkr.com | Blaine Stewart
CHESAPEAKE, Va. — In a heartwarming surprise, Dawna Stowers, president of Chesapeake’s Deep Creek Athletic Association, has been honored as this week's News 3 Everyday Hero. Known for her commitment to local youth sports, Stowers has inspired countless children and fellow volunteers alike. “She's amazing. She's here always for the kids,” said Chelsea Shelton, who has volunteered alongside Dawna for years.
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3 weeks ago |
wtkr.com | Blaine Stewart
NORFOLK, Va. — In 1950, as the Korean War began, Tidewater’s first television station signed on the air, beginning a commitment to military coverage that has lasted for generations. As WTKR celebrates 75 years, the station reflects on its unique role in covering the military and its impact on the region. Through tragedy and triumph, viewers have had a front-row seat to it all. “The military is our second society. Not just in terms of population.
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RT @brendanponton: Some personal news - today is my last day at WTKR News 3. Thanks to everyone’s support over the years. Not sure what’s n…

We are tracking new info from the DC area on the crash involving an American Airlines flight and an Army helicopter. CBS News reports 19 bodies have been pulled from the Potomac River near Reagan National Airport. We're on @WTKR3 and https://t.co/zgSdJNQCME right now. https://t.co/NdQtxXz1S7

RT @stevenportnoy: BREAKING: An American Airlines regional jet en route from Wichita, KS has crashed with a military helicopter over the Po…