WICU 60th Anniversary Special

WICU, Erie’s first television station, signed on the air for the first time on March 15th, 1949.  The station has come a long way since the first flickering black and white images Erie residents watched in downtown appliance store showrooms.

What has never changed in sixty years is our commitment to the viewers in the Erie area.  Take a look back at the pioneers who helped put WICU on the air and the pioneers who push us into the future.  The WICU 60th Anniversary Special, hosted by Lisa Adams and Paul Wagner.

WICU Pride

Members of the sales staff say why they are proud to be part of the WICU family.

Paul Wagner – 30 Years

Paul Wagner Promo from 2008 celebrating his 30 years of service at WICU12.

Lisa Adams – 30 Years

Promo celebrating Lisa Adams’ 30 years of service at WICU12.

Van Cantfort & the Snowstorm of 1956

Van Cantfort describes the blizzard of Thanksgiving 1956.

WICU 60th Birthday Greetings

Former on-air personalities wish WICU a happy 60th birthday.

The Construction of the WICU Studios at 3514 State

The WICU Studios were built in 1948 and opened for business in 1949.

John Stehlin on Route 90…er, I-20…I mean The 90!

Former WICU anchor, reporter, and weatherman John Stehlin has a little trouble trying to unfreeze his tongue on a snowy Interstate 90.  This Classic clip was featured in the 90′s on TV’s Bloopers & Practical Jokes” with Dick Clark.

Paul Wagner in China

Paul Wagner and a delegation from Erie visit Zibo, China.

I Remember…

Were you a part of the Pappy show? Did you grow up watching Bill Knupp and Vance McBryde? Do you have a fond memory you’d like to share of your favorite program on WICU?

We’d like to hear from you! What is your favorite memory of the first 60 years of WICU TV? Leave it in the comments section below.