The Jacksonville Broadcasters Association hosted a luncheon Wednesday featuring a panel of former WJXT employees, including former anchor Rob Sweeting, sports director Sam Kouvaris, studio manager Freddie Rhodes, and more.

The Godfather of production wore his headset for the last time today on River City Live.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, beloved studio manager Freddie Rhodes has been keeping our team in line for 53 years.

The Ken Knight Awards is a gala that celebrates notable journalists who are making strides not only in the media world but also in their communities.

A longtime member of the Channel 4 family was honored Thursday night at the second annual Ken Knight Awards in Jacksonville.

The year Freddie Rhodes started at Channel 4, a gallon of gas cost 40 cents, the microprocessor was first invented and Disney World opened in Orlando. A 53-year broadcast radio veteran, Freddie -- who is legendary for his baritone voice and size 17 shoes -- clearly has no problems committing. News4Jax celebrated with Freddie five years ago for his 45th anniversary, so we knew we had to come back even bigger this year. It’s your old friend, George.”Mayor Lenny Curry even recognized Freddie’s long term of exceptional service with News4Jax and declared Jan. 15, 2021, as Freddie Rhodes Day in Jacksonville! “I want to take this time to congratulate my man, Freddie Rhodes, you know you’re one of my favorites.