Local TV Anchor Melanie Lawson Announces Her Departure from ABC13
In a heartfelt address, Melanie Lawson, the long-time anchor at Houston's ABC13, shared her decision to step away from the news desk after years of dedicated service. Lawson first walked into the KTRK studios in 1978 as an intern and has since become an integral part of the station's history.
Lawson revealed that her journey with the network began on a rocky note, when she aired a story without proper editing or guidance. To her surprise, the news director didn't scold her, but rather praised the story, giving Lawson the opportunity to stick around.
Throughout her illustrious career, Lawson has reported on numerous significant events, including stories about everyday people and families that have shaped the Houston community. She credited her success to her supportive partner, John, who has been a constant source of encouragement, as well as her loving parents whose inspiring love story serves as a testament to perseverance.
Lawson expressed gratitude for having had the privilege of telling important stories, righting wrongs, and holding people accountable. Her dedication to journalism has not only earned her a loyal following but also inspired a new generation of journalists and storytellers.
As Lawson embarks on this new chapter in her life, ABC13 is celebrating her unmatched career with "The Month of Mel," featuring special surprises every day after the holidays. The station's commitment to honoring its legacy continues, as they bid farewell to a beloved anchor who has left an indelible mark on their community.
Lawson will officially leave the news desk at the end of January and begin focusing on her family and future endeavors.
In a heartfelt address, Melanie Lawson, the long-time anchor at Houston's ABC13, shared her decision to step away from the news desk after years of dedicated service. Lawson first walked into the KTRK studios in 1978 as an intern and has since become an integral part of the station's history.
Lawson revealed that her journey with the network began on a rocky note, when she aired a story without proper editing or guidance. To her surprise, the news director didn't scold her, but rather praised the story, giving Lawson the opportunity to stick around.
Throughout her illustrious career, Lawson has reported on numerous significant events, including stories about everyday people and families that have shaped the Houston community. She credited her success to her supportive partner, John, who has been a constant source of encouragement, as well as her loving parents whose inspiring love story serves as a testament to perseverance.
Lawson expressed gratitude for having had the privilege of telling important stories, righting wrongs, and holding people accountable. Her dedication to journalism has not only earned her a loyal following but also inspired a new generation of journalists and storytellers.
As Lawson embarks on this new chapter in her life, ABC13 is celebrating her unmatched career with "The Month of Mel," featuring special surprises every day after the holidays. The station's commitment to honoring its legacy continues, as they bid farewell to a beloved anchor who has left an indelible mark on their community.
Lawson will officially leave the news desk at the end of January and begin focusing on her family and future endeavors.
she's been a part of our lives for so long, remember when they first started airing those crazy 70s news clips 
i'm also loving the fact that she's stepping away from the news desk to focus on family and new adventures – we should all take a page out of her book 
, prioritize what really matters. can't wait to see what's next for melanie, maybe some behind-the-scenes vids or podcasting? 
she's been such a big part of houston's news scene, it's sad to see her go 
but i have to say, her story is really inspiring - from her rocky start to becoming one of the most respected anchors in the business 
it just goes to show that dedication and perseverance can take you places 
anyway, abc13 is celebrating her with "the month of mel" which sounds like a great way to honor her legacy 
she's always been one of those anchors that made you feel seen and heard, and now it's time for her to take a well-deserved break from all the drama and politics in the news world 
. her partnership with John must be the real MVP, keeping her grounded and inspired all these years 
. i'm loving the "Month of Mel" celebration at ABC13 - they're really showing their appreciation for this journalism icon 
Melanie Lawson is leaving ABC13 after 47 years?! I'm literally shocked she lasted that long, given how rocky things started for her back in '78 
. Anyway, it's clear the network has appreciated her dedication and all the amazing stories she's told over the years. Her story about being praised instead of scolded for airing a raw report is super inspiring 
. I'm gonna miss watching her on TV, but I'm also stoked to see what she does next 
I'm kinda surprised she's leaving ABC13? I mean, Melanie Lawson has been a staple in Houston news for ages! 
Don't get me wrong, it's awesome that she's getting the "Month of Mel" treatment and all, but I feel like there's gotta be more to this departure than just a desire for a quieter life 
. Maybe she'll make a comeback in the future? 
! i think its awesome that she got a second chance after making a mistake on her first story - it shows that even when we screw up, we can learn from it & grow 
. idk what the future holds for her, but im sure shes gonna do great things outside of news 
! its also so sweet that her partner & parents are all part of her journey 
, and abc13 is doing a great job celebrating her legacy 
she's been such a big part of houston's news scene for so long, it feels like a part of our community is leaving with her 
maybe she'll take some time off to travel or pursue other interests? 
whatever it is, i'm sure her family will be super supportive 
And can you believe she started out as an intern in 1978?! 
That's like, ancient news history LOL. I'm low-key impressed she's still going strong all these years later. The "Month of Mel" celebration sounds like a great way to honor her legacy tho 
. I was thinking about how the trails were so different from when I used to go as a kid, you know? All these new people are out there now, with their fancy gear and whatnot. It made me think about how some of my favorite childhood hiking spots got all sold out to tourists 
. But anyway, back to Melanie Lawson... I don't know if it's weird that I'm kinda going to miss her on the news, but she always seemed so down-to-earth and relatable