Diane Walker stepping down from NBC12 after 41 years
7/15/2021, 6 p.m.
She has been on Richmonders’ side for 41 years.
Now Diane Walker, who spearheads NBC12’s “12 On Your Side” segment to help resolve people’s issues and complaints, is retiring.
Her last day is Friday, July 16.
According to the local television station’s website, Ms. Walker is stepping down to spend more time with family and friends.
Ms. Walker has won numerous awards since joining the sta- tion in 1980. She has filled several positions through the years, including as a weekend anchor. She took over the 10 p.m. news slot in 1994 when WWBT launched Fox News at 10, and also took on the investigative role with “12 On Your Side.”
“I thank God for putting me right where I was supposed to be,” Ms. Walker said in an article about her retirement published on the station’s website. “I thank you for entrusting me with your personal stories all these years.”
