Sue Straughn, WEAR-TV (Pensacola, FL) Journalist Profile

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Retired Navy angel brings heartfelt tribute to fallen soldiers with his bugle performances

1 week ago | weartv.com | Sue Straughn

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- "Day is done, gone the sun, From the lake, from the hills, from the sky; All is well, safely rest, God is nigh..."The words from "Taps" may not be readily familiar but the tune almost surely strikes a chord in the heart of anyone living in a military community like ours. Scotty Mills has a reverence for "Taps" that runs especially deep.
1-on-1: Pensacola legend Roy Jones Jr. talks boxing comeback, health and faith

2 weeks ago | weartv.com | Sue Straughn

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- A little over a month ago, a sports article featured Pensacola icon and boxing legend, Roy Jones Jr., talking about going back into ring. It started a buzz in the fight world. He had his eyes set on MMA fighter Anderson Silva. WEAR News' Sue Straughn recently sat down with Jones Jr. at his home gym to ask about this, as well as several other topics. "I don't really watch TV much, but for some strange reason, last time I traveled, I watched George Foreman's movie," Jones Jr. said.
Angel doctor retires after 30-year journey of healing hearts and souls

2 weeks ago | weartv.com | Sue Straughn

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- It all started because a child just wanted to make his mama feel better. It was a desire that never left his heart and a wish that he would fulfill for others for many years to come. George Smith will tell you that it was all God's plan for his life. Today he is celebrated as an Angel In Our Midst. Born in Jamaica, as a child, George Smith saw his mother sick so many times.
Roy Jones Jr. talks comeback, Pensacola ties and more in exclusive interview

3 weeks ago | weartv.com | Sue Straughn

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Pensacola legend Roy Jones Jr. -- a boxing champion -- doesn't pull any punches when he says this:"I don't go nowhere without Pensacola."Jones Jr. recently sat down with WEAR News Anchor Sue Straughn to talk about jumping back into the ring, the community's impact on his legacy and more. Tune into WEAR News on Tuesday, May 20, at 6 p.m. for the full report.
Angel P.E. teacher to retire after 44 years of inspiring students

3 weeks ago | weartv.com | Sue Straughn

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- May is National Teacher Appreciation Month. There's a teacher who is a perfect example of a lifetime commitment to educating and serving our children. We share his story as a way to say "thank you" to all of the educators who are Angels in our Midst. "I started teaching 44 years ago at a school, at T.R. Jackson, and we had around 400 kids," P.E. Teacher Max Williams said.
Angel Chef brings joy and skills to young learners with her heartfelt cooking classes

1 month ago | weartv.com | Sue Straughn

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- With a sweet spirit, she's serving up fellowship, fun and great food. And everyone is welcome to a seat at Chef Sheila's table. Some guests are even getting lessons taught by this Angel In Our Midst. Sheila Mizracki -- aka Chef Sheila -- has been cooking for 40 years and has chef'd in some of the finest restaurants in the country. "I knew I wanted to be a chef since I was eight," Mizrachi said.
Angel volunteer helps prepare kids for kindergarten with heart and dedication

1 month ago | weartv.com | Sue Straughn

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- One day a week, Kitsie Biggerstaff-Mott walks into a schoolhouse and spends 45 minutes. She hopes those few volunteer minutes will make a lifelong impact. The response from her Pals is what keeps this Angel going back week after week. "I loved reading to my children when they were young, and now they're in their 20s, and I don't get to read to them anymore," said Kitsie Biggerstaff-Mott.
Angel's selfless act gives kidney recipient new lease on life

1 month ago | weartv.com | Sue Straughn

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Right now, more than 103,000 patients in the US are on the national organ transplant waiting list. April is the month we call attention to the need for donors. This is also the time we especially take a moment to thank all the angels who have given the gift of a second change at life. "I just had a headache. That was it, no symptoms other than that," kidney transplant recipient Tyler Forbush said.
Angel brings joy and meaning to dementia care at First United Methodist Church

1 month ago | weartv.com | Sue Straughn

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Their dementia wasn't advanced enough that they needed residential care. A group of wives were almost at wit's end trying to find a program for their husbands when just the right place came along. For Karen and Bill Barth, there was an Angel waiting there too. "We were looking for something for our spouses to do," Karen Barth said. "They were younger and still active. The support options out there are typically for the homebound. We knew our guys needed something active to do.
Angels at 'Center for Independent Living' work hard to empower disabled community

2 months ago | weartv.com | Sue Straughn

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Do you know someone with a disability who is facing barriers? There is a team whose sole mission is to help remove those challenges. These Angels are very much in touch and on the move. "Having someone like Di to advocate for me makes me feel really good. Di has always been so helpful," CIL client Willie Hemanker said. Di -- Diana Arnold -- is one of the host of advocates, the Angels, who serve people with disabilities through the Center for Independent Living.