On Friday afternoon it was announced that KCSG news would dissolve the news portion of the operation. From that moment on the live and local news of the Southern Utah community would cease to exist. At first I thought it was an April Fool's joke but it's February. The information was accurate. About a dozen people lost their jobs and the news did not air on Friday night. I was bewildered at this new information for a second but then considered the source and completely understood the action.
The reason for the breakdown is of course money. But why not finish out the week? Why not give the anchors one final newscast to say a professional farewell?
Humans, we are a strange and predictable species. We think we are so different and yet we mirror each other. We know this because we all connect with the same literature in books, lyrics in music, food, nature. Whatever life's experiences may be we all can empathize with the suffering and celebrate with the jubilant. What is it that connects us?
It is the Light of Christ; the Love of God - the energy of our souls originates from our creator. We all are alike because we all come from the same place. It is how we use this Light and Love that will direct our choices and the rippling affect they have on others.
As I consider the spontaneous actions of one man and how his negative decision affects the life's of many, it is clear to me that this is wrongful behavior. At least find the humility to explain yourself to your employees and to loyal viewers of KCSG.
Only 6 weeks ago I faced the decision of choosing KCSG or CMI. Today I am thankful that I followed the inner voice, the inspiration from above and that I chose to stay with CMI.
