Recognizing Bill Jartz, the Voice of Lambeau Field

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Mr. WIED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a Green Bay local legend, Bill Jartz, who is retiring from WBAY after more than four decades, including 27 years at the evening anchor desk.

Bill grew up right in Wisconsin's Eighth Congressional District in Clintonville and started his career with WBAY as a sports reporter in 1983. He made the jump to evening news in 1998.

Bill's legacy extends far beyond the newsroom. It lives in his warmth, wit, and unwavering dedication to our community. In fact, Bill is known for not being able to say no to any charitable cause where he can make a difference.

He has been a familiar voice emceeing, speaking, or judging countless local fundraisers and events for charitable organizations, including the CP Telethon and Make-A-Wish's Gourmet Wishes. Throughout his career, it is estimated that he dedicated more than 5,000 hours of community service.

While all of us in northeast Wisconsin will miss Bill's news coverage, thankfully, we will still get to hear the voice of Lambeau Field during Green Bay Packer home games.

Mr. Speaker, I thank Bill for his many years of service to northeast Wisconsin and congratulations on his retirement. May this next chapter be as fulfilling as the legacy he leaves behind.

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