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Back to EpisodesRemembering Roger Summers: A Legendary Fort Worth Journalist
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Roger Summers, a renowned Fort Worth Star-Telegram columnist, passed away at 90. He covered major events like tornadoes and hurricanes, and was present in Fort Worth before JFKs assassination. Summers, a TCU journalism grad, started at Arlington Citizen Journal, then joined Star-Telegram in 1960. Colleagues remember him as a natural reporter, mentor to younger journalists, including Black reporters. He was known for his upbeat nature, love of photography, and military service. A memorial service is planned, honoring his legacy as a reporter and historian.
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