WBCL's Former News Director Larry Bower Passes Away at 85

It’s with heavy hearts to share with you that WBCL’s former News Director, Larry Bower, has gone to be with The Lord. He had a storied, 58-year career in broadcasting across radio and TV in which he won numerous awards. Larry started at WBCL in 2000 as a part-timer and became news director in 2004, serving in that role until 2023. He was an integral part of the Morning Show with Jim, Phil, and Larry for many years and was loved by countless members of the community. He was 85. His memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 12th at Peace Lutheran Church, 4900 Fairfield Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Click here to see Larry's obituary.