Lisa Spencer joins growing list of Nashville TV personalities leaving local airwaves – The Tennessean

Lisa Spencer joins growing list of Nashville TV personalities leaving local airwaves  The Tennessean

Longtime chief meteorologist, Lisa Spencer is leaving Channel 4 after more than two decades. Her last day will be Aug. 7, WSMV4 said in a statement released July 6. "Being a part of the WSMV family for the past 25 years has truly been one of the greatest blessings of my life. To do what I love while staying close to my family and serving my home state has been a remarkable gift," Spencer said in a statement. "While I am closing this chapter, I am not saying goodbye. I will continue to be a part of the WSMV4 family, and I remain deeply committed to this community that has given so much to me," she added.

"I look forward to serving Middle Tennessee in new ways and embracing the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.” Spencer, who spent 25 years at the station, took over as chief meteorologist following Bill Hall's retirement in 2005. She is the second longest-serving on-air personality at WSMV4, behind morning show co-host Holly Thompson, who has been on Channel 4 for 28 years. Additionally, Spencer is the second longest-serving TV meteorologist in Nashville, behind Lelan Statom, who has been on NewsChannel 5 for 32 years. Over the years, local stations have said goodbye to a mix of legendary, longtime anchors and beloved broadcasters. Here’s who