CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Kanawha County Commission is mourning the loss of longtime WCHS-TV reporter and broadcaster Kennie Bass.

Bass spent decades in local news and radio, covering a wide range of stories from high school sports to major investigative reports that impacted the community.

Throughout his career, he earned numerous awards and honors, including induction into the West Virginia Broadcasting Hall of Fame.

Beyond journalism, Bass was well known for his love of the arts. He frequently performed with local theatre groups such as the Charleston Light Opera Guild and highlighted local productions through his “On Stage” segments on WCHS-TV.

In January, the Kanawha County Commission honored Bass for his distinguished career in television and radio. He and his wife, Claire

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