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Michael Aaron
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News Director, KFSM-TV (Fort Smith, AR)
Fayetteville
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Biography
What began as the dream of a 6-year-old in small-town Texas has taken Michael Aaron on a journey of telling stories in his home state and, now, Arkansas. Michael joined the THV11 team in January 2018 as a reporter and multi-skilled journalist. You can typically catch his stories Wednesday-Sunday at 10 p.m. Before moving to Little Rock, Michael worked as a reporter and anchor at KYTX in Tyler, Texas. He covered a wide range of stories there, including the aftermath of a deadly EF4 tornado and issues affecting East Texans at the State Capitol. He also followed volunteers to South Carolina as they helped clean up after Hurricane Matthew. Michael's career began at Austin NBC affiliate KXAN, where he worked as an assignment editor. A proud Longhorn, Michael holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Texas at Austin. He is a native of Wichita Falls, Texas. Michael enjoys hiking, photography, a good cup of coffee, traveling, and trying out new restaurants.
Family, Medical Findings, Parenting Scientific Findings, Celebrity, NewsRape Culture, New Studies, Relationships Sex. Love, Expert Interviews, Relationship Advice Crime, Social Media
I can, do cover almost everything.
Content
By Michael Aaron Verified| KFSM-TV (Fort Smith, AR) Verified SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Bur Edson, the trusted face of 5NEWS’ evening newscasts for over two decades, died Wednesday night at the age of 77. Edson died after a battle with pneumonia, according to his family. Edson was the longest-serving news anchor in the station's history, known for his commanding presence and calm demeanor over two stints at 5NEWS from 1978 to 1986 and 1990 to 2002. He also served as KFSM’s news director for seven years.
By Michael Aaron Verified| KFSM-TV (Fort Smith, AR) Verified FORT SMITH, Ark. — Orr Elementary School is closed today, Nov. 4, 2024, due to flooding on campus, according to Fort Smith Public Schools (FSPS). In a statement posted on Facebook, the district said the facilities team is actively working to assess and repair the damage. Officials expressed regret for the inconvenience caused by the closure. “The extent of the situation requires us to close the school today,” the statement read.
By Michael Aaron Verified| KFSM-TV (Fort Smith, AR) Verified SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Bur Edson, the trusted face of 5NEWS’ evening newscasts for over two decades, died Wednesday night at the age of 77. Edson died after a battle with pneumonia, according to his family. Edson was the longest-serving news anchor in the station's history, known for his commanding presence and calm demeanor over two stints at 5NEWS from 1978 to 1986 and 1990 to 2002. He also served as KFSM’s news director for seven years.
Company Info
KFSM-TV (Fort Smith, AR)
Fayetteville, United States