Marc Schollett
Anchor
mschollett@tv7-4.com
School: University of Michigan and Loyola University in Chicago
Edward R. Murrow Award winning journalist Marc Schollett joined 7&4 News in September of 1999 as the weekend anchor and reporter. He currently co-anchors 7&4 News at 5, 6 and 11pm. Prior to joining the team, Marc launched his broadcasting career at ABC 29 and 8 in Traverse City. As a reporter and anchor Marc has earned awards from the Associated Press, The Michigan Association of Broadcasters, and the National Television News Director's Association for his coverage of breaking news, features stories, and investigative work. His series, Water Watch, has also recieved awards from the Sierra Club as well as the Society of Environmental Journalists. Marc has been recognized by the United States Army Reserve with the Seven Seals Awards for outstanding support of the Guard and Reserves.
While Marc loves his job, it couldn't be further from what he studied at college. He was a biology major at the University of Michigan and earned his Masters degree in freshwater ecology at Loyola University in Chicago.
Marc's love for the outdoors and the natural world is something he shares with his wife, Val, his seven year old son Andy and his four year old son Ben. During the fall, the best chance to find Marc is in his deer blind deep in the Upper Penisula woods or out west elk hunting in Idaho.
Marc recently completed his first 140.6 mile Ironman triathlon and is currently working on a long term goal to run a marathon in all fifty states, with only 12 down he still has a lot of running to do, but lots of time to get them done!
Recent news stories
Fact Finder: Lawmaker Calls To Cut Own Perks
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Amongst her fellow lawmakers, she may not be the most popular Michigan Senator. But what she is proposing, in terms of slashing legislative perks and letting all of us see exactly where the money is going may make her a favorite among Michigan taxpayers. A look what State Senator Gretchen Whitmer (D-East Lansing) has brought to the floor in Lansing is the subject of this Fact Finder.
Fact Finder: Dangerous Intersection Claim
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
It's one of the busiest intersections in Northern Michigan and some very frustrated drivers say too many accidents and close calls make it one of the most dangerous ones. They wanted to know what could be done by MDOT to make it safer. The answer is the subject of this Fact Finder.
Fact Finder: Septage Plant Faces Huge Loss
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
The Grand Traverse County septage treatment facility has dealt with financial hurdles since the day it was built. The situation may get worse before it gets better. They may soon be loosing one of their biggest customers.
Fact Finder: Fewer Fish Make Boardman Run
Monday, November 09, 2009
It's something to see every fall in Traverse City, and folks certainly show up to catch the action! But this year, an awful lot of people missed the show at the Boardman River fish weir. They were left wondering why such a short run on Chinook salmon this year.
Fact Finder: Tree Trimming Cuts At Heartstrings
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
A Northern Michigan homeowner is waging a war to try and save what she says is one of the centerpieces of her backyard.
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