WTVM’s Cheryl Renee Inducted into Silver Circle for 25 Years in Television

The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has honored longtime WTVM anchor Cheryl Renee with induction into the prestigious Silver Circle, recognizing more than 25 years of excellence in broadcast journalism.

Renee, who has anchored News Leader 9’s morning and noon newscasts for more than two decades, is one of the Chattahoochee Valley’s most trusted voices in news. The Silver Circle honors media professionals who have dedicated at least 25 years to television in performing, creative, technical, or administrative roles, as well as related fields such as journalism education, advertising, and public relations.

A graduate of Spelman College, Syracuse University, and Case Western Reserve University, Renee began her television career at WKTV-TV (NBC) in Utica, N.Y., as a general assignment reporter. She later worked in Savannah at WTOC-TV (CBS) as a producer, reporter, and weekend morning anchor, before moving to WSAV-TV (NBC) as a reporter and weekend evening anchor. She joined WTVM in Columbus more than 20 years ago, becoming a familiar face to viewers across the region.

Beyond the anchor desk, Renee has been called on to emcee major community events, including serving as commencement speaker for Georgia Military College’s Columbus campus in 2017. In 2023, SEEMA TV presented her with the inaugural “Cheryl Renee Anchor of the Year Award,” now given annually in her honor.

Renee’s service extends into civic and professional organizations. She is a former board member of Girls Inc., a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., The Links, Incorporated, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, and the Columbus Board of Realtors, where she is also a licensed real estate agent.

When she is not reporting the news, Renee enjoys traveling, browsing flea markets, decorating, and spending time with her husband, Todd, and their two dogs.

“This recognition is a testament not just to Cheryl’s career, but to her impact on the community she serves,” said NATAS leadership in a statement. “Her professionalism, compassion, and dedication have left a lasting mark on the Chattahoochee Valley.”