Who am I? I'm a regular guy who had a role in the public eye for nearly 40 years. Being genuine is extremely important, professionally and personally, and is vital for connecting with people.
A Trip Down Memory Lane...
I’m proud to claim two home towns: Edmonton and Vermilion. Early childhood was in Riverdale and Terrace Heights neighbourhoods before eventually moving to a farm north of Vermilion. Radio and Television Arts at NAIT beckoned in 1981 and 17-year-old Daryl arrived anxious to begin a career as a radio disc jockey! It became clear early that news was a much better choice!
18 month stints in Lloydminster and Prince George led to my start at CFRN Television in 1986 as weekend anchor/reporter. At the age of just 25, I became co-anchor of CFRN Eyewitness News at 6:00.
Career HighlightsI've been very fortunate to have some incredible opportunities over the last 40 years
1989
Named co-anchor…
of CFRN Eyewitness News at 6:00 at the age of 25. Privileged to work with broadcast legends Daphne Kuehn, Al McCann and Eric Neville.
1989 -1994
Hosted political talk show…
called “Insight” plus multiple news specials with in depth reporting and high profile guests. From sports to national to city issues. It was a brilliant way to hone my skills as a moderator and interviewer.
2006
Covered the Edmonton Oilers…
in the Stanley Cup final with live coverage from Raleigh, NC, producing feature news stories and sports stories. The best of all worlds.
2009
Received Edward R. Murrow Award…
for reporting on my story “Whatever Happened to Val?”
