FOX 8’s Wayne Dawson honored among ‘Future History Makers’

CLEVELAND (WJW) – A member of our FOX 8 family was honored Wednesday night for his commitment to giving back for more than 40 years.

Morning anchor Wayne Dawson was one of the five pillars of the local Black community honored during the event by Radio One, the parent company of radio stations Z 107.9 and WZAK.

Organizers recognized Wayne for his various contributions to the Cleveland community through his ministry and The Dawson Foundation.

“I’m just humbled and honored to be recognized by Radio One. I’ve been blessed to be at Channel 8 for 44 years,” Wayne said. “What I try to do is to give back and be a blessing. That’s all I want to do. I am totally humbled and very grateful for this.”

The other honorees included Maple Heights Mayor Annette Blackwell, Cleveland’s Health Commissioner Frances Mills, Warrensville Heights Superintendent Donald Jolly and local businesswoman Senayt Fekadu.