Green plaque № 49598

Covington, KY, United States

Famous Television Pioneer. 1911 birthplace of Durward Kirby. Spent childhood days on Greenup St. Attended St. Benedict School. Moved to nearby Ft. Thomas during adolescence. Later became nationally known broadcaster. Started at WLW radio where he reported news about 1937 Ohio River flood. Also host

of big-band broadcasts from area nightclubs like the Lookout House.

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