Lisa May, executive producer at KSFY-TV, has left.

I had the pleasure of working with Lisa when I was executive producer at KSFY.  She is a woman of great integrity, hard work, and outstanding news judgment.  She's also been at KSFY for over 20 years.  Many a young journalist has learned how to be a good journalist from Lisa's mentorship through the years.

This is another terrible loss for KSFY.  With Lisa goes two decades of institutional knowledge about South Dakota, Aberdeen, Sioux Falls, a host of issues, and broadcasting experience.  She's also a class act and represents all the good things about the journalism profession--dedication, fairness, accuracy, and teamwork.

I hope Lisa lands on her feet soon and makes a lot more money.  Any organization would be lucky to have her on their team.

And to those who remain at KSFY, my condolences.  I can't believe anyone who works in that newsroom looks at "Wheel of Felons" and says, "Damn, that's why I went to journalism school."

Lisa, good luck and thanks for all you did for KSFY and its viewers these many years.