HR211 Alabama 2019 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Adline ClarkeRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2019

Title

Showers, Melvin, outstanding achievement, commended

Summary

A House resolution commends Melvin Showers for 50 years of outstanding news reporting, honors his historic role as Mobile’s first full-time African American nightly anchor, and notes his retirement from WKRG News 5.

What This Bill Does

The bill formally acknowledges Showers’ achievements and expresses the Legislature’s appreciation. It directs that a copy of the resolution be given to him as a sign of respect and best wishes for retirement. It notes his retirement date from WKRG’s evening news and that he will continue as Anchor Emeritus, contributing occasionally. It also highlights his impact on the Gulf Coast and his numerous awards.

Who It Affects

• Melvin Showers – the honoree recognized for his 50-year journalism career and upcoming retirement.
• Gulf Coast communities and WKRG News 5 viewers – will recognize and be reminded of Showers' contributions to local journalism and his ongoing role as Anchor Emeritus.

Key Provisions

• Commends Melvin Showers for outstanding professional achievement and 50 years of service at WKRG News 5.
• Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to Melvin Showers as an expression of sincere personal regard and best wishes for retirement.
• Notes that he will retire as WKRG's evening news anchor, with his last regular nightly newscast on May 22, 2019, and that he will continue to contribute as Anchor Emeritus.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory