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Detroit’s WDIV to Air Primetime Special Celebrating Its 75th Anniversary

Author Anne Erickson
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Local 4 is celebrating its 75th year in Detroit television with a two-hour documentary narrated by radio legend Dick Purtan, former WDIV Sportscaster Eli Zaret, and current WDIV Anchor Devin Scillian.

The special, “Going 4 It,: is a “nostalgic retrospective revealing the inside story of the rise of WDIV,” according to a release. It airs Friday (Nov. 4) at 9 p.m. The program will also be streaming on Local 4+ on clickondetroit.com.

“The story of WDIV mirrors the story of Detroit. Tremendous early success, followed by some difficult years, and then an epic comeback,” vice president and general manager Bob Ellis said in a statement. “We never take for granted being Detroit’s favorite TV station and realize that doesn’t happen without the unwavering support of our viewers. Sharing this story reaffirms our commitment to serve this community. We’ve been in the city of Detroit for decades and will be for decades to come. This trip through time is our way of saying thank you for all the support and a way to renew our vows to do our part to make Southeast Michigan a better place for all of us to live.”

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    “Now, with the state’s burgeoning wine and brewery scene, autumn can provide just one more reason to book a trip,” BestLifeOnline.com states.

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  • 9. Fort Payne, Alabama

    “If there’s anywhere in the country that gets robbed of regular fall colors, it’s the deep south,” BestLifeOnline.com states. But Fort Payne, Alabama, is an exception.

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  • 8. Portland, Oregon

    “The Pacific Northwest is known for its easy access to nature, making fall foliage season much more enjoyable,” BestLifeOnline.com states.

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  • 7. Bar Harbor, Maine

    “On Maine’s northern coast, one town stands out for its natural beauty among visitors and locals alike,” BestLifeOnline.com states.

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  • 6. Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

    “If you’re hoping to cross any major historical sites off of your bucket list this year, experts say the beginning of autumn can make Gettysburg that much more special of a trip,” BestLifeOnline.com says.

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  • 5. Brooklyn, New York

    “The same green spaces and parks that draw in millions of visitors a year put on a dazzling autumnal show that’s enhanced by their big city backdrop,” BestLifeOnline.com says.

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  • 4. Litchfield Hills, Connecticut

    “While many leaf peepers head much further north into Vermont and New Hampshire, the southern corner of the region still puts on a dazzling seasonal color show,” BestLifeOnline.com says.

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  • 3. Mackinac Island, Michigan

    It’s no secret that Mackinac Island has some of the most beautiful fall foliage you’ll find anywhere in the country. If you’ve never enjoyed the autumn colors up there, now is the time.

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  • 2. Denver, Colorado

    Denver is known for being a ski getaway, but did you know it also has some of the best colors you’ll see anywhere? It’s true.

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  • 1. Julian, California

    I have some friends and family out in California, and they attest to the fact that Julian is a beautiful spot to see fall foliage.

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  • Source

    This list if via BestLifeOnline.com.

Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.

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