MS SC586

Honors Randy Swan, a broadcasting icon in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, on the occasion of his retirement from WDAM-TV.

Recognizes Swan's career spanning from age 15 as a radio deejay to decades as a television news director and anchor, beginning in 1970.

Acknowledges Swan's accomplishments including induction into the Associated Press Hall of Fame in 2006 and the University of Southern Mississippi School of Mass Communication and Journalism Hall of Fame in 2010.

Notes Swan's coverage of major events including interviews with former Presidents Reagan, Carter, Clinton, and Ford, plus coverage of Hurricanes Camille, Frederick, and Katrina.

Directs that the resolution be presented to Randy Swan and WDAM-TV in Hattiesburg.