Jim Sackett's retirement

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Jim Sackett's retirement

The tributes continue as Jim Sackett gets ready to anchor his final newscast at WPTV NewsChannel 5.

Jim Sackett answers questions from WPTV Facebook friends

by Mollie Reynolds 11/21/2011 3:54:58 PM
Steve Weagle reveals a hidden talent while sharing his thoughts on Jim Sackett's retirement.

by Mollie Reynolds 11/21/2011 4:06:46 PM
Former co-workers pay tribute to Jim Sackett.

by Mollie Reynolds 11/21/2011 4:09:25 PM
Praise keeps pouring in for Jim Sackett, even from some of the biggest names in the business, including Brian Williams.

by Mollie Reynolds 11/21/2011 4:10:31 PM
Jim anchored his last 11PM newscast back in June.

by Mollie Reynolds 11/21/2011 4:14:08 PM
Will you miss the iconic @WPTV 5 anchor, Jim Sackett? Barbara Marshall from @PBPost catches up with Jim: t.co

by pbpulse via twitter 11/21/2011 5:06:05 PM
Congratulations & best wishes to local news icon, Jim Sackett from @WPTV, who is signing off after 33 years on the air. t.co

by PalmBeachesFL via twitter 11/21/2011 5:06:08 PM
Great article about Jim Sackett's retirement. LOVING the last line. Amen, brother. "Tighten up the writing." bit.ly #amcrew

by LaurenLaPonzina via twitter 11/21/2011 5:06:12 PM
Thanks for a Great Run, Jim!!!
Jim Sackett, ‘average-guy’ anchor at WPTV-Channel 5, signs off after 33 years on the air | Palm Beac

by Angel Hernandez via facebook 11/21/2011 5:24:17 PM
Jim Sackett will be hanging out with the #amcrew tomorrow!!! The local news legend retires this week!

by Katie_Johnson_ via twitter 11/21/2011 5:37:50 PM
Q&A with Jim Sackett? Why the rug Jim??? flnewscenter.com

by FLNewsCenter via twitter 11/21/2011 5:38:24 PM
Wow, so Jim Sackett is going to be on with the #amcrew next week. I'm gonna miss him...I grew up watching him. @WPTV

by lauramajercik via twitter 11/21/2011 5:52:21 PM
I have a questions... How do you manage to "stay classy" and grounded when you've been so much better than any other local TV person for decades?

by Rhona Donnelly 11/21/2011 8:18:42 PM
Having moved to Fort Worth from Florida I have to say one of the things I have missed the most is hearing Jim Sackett and the news team. Have a wonderful retirement, won't be the same but you deserve it.

by Pat Beyer 11/21/2011 8:20:21 PM
How soon until you write a book?....I bet you have a lot to share

by MIke G 11/21/2011 8:22:05 PM
Congrats on a stellar career! My Mom and Dad thought the world of you. I always enjoyed your work when I visted them in Vero Beach. Good luck and God Bless!

by J.P. Skelly Mitchell,... 11/21/2011 8:22:08 PM
Had the pleasure of having lunch with Jim several years ago at a Perkins in Lake Worth to discuss him MCing a charity luncheon. Thank you for all of your hard work and service to our community.

by Josh Hirsch 11/21/2011 8:25:47 PM
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by Mollie Reynolds 11/21/2011 8:36:11 PM
What sorts of things from your desk will you be packing up and taking with you on your last day?

by Bill in PSL 11/21/2011 8:36:21 PM
What did you do with that awful cardigan sweater you used to wear around the newsroo? Are still driving Miatas? What was your favorite Softball championship season in the PBC Sunday nigh league - and you better say it was the season that Kent Ehrhardt managed the team.

by Kent 11/21/2011 8:37:04 PM
Great career Mr Sackett enjoy your retirement, and god bless you and the news channel 5 team you are one of the best...Oh by the way I need that Ipad...LOL

by Rick Shively 11/21/2011 8:37:24 PM
Hi Jim,
You are the reason that our home has watched channel 5 news all of these years! We wish you well. I'm glad we enjoy your replacement, Michael, because I sure didn't want to go channel shopping! Enjoy and God's speed to you and your family! Happy Thankgiving!

by Lyn 11/21/2011 8:37:38 PM
Why did you ultimately choose news broadcasting?

by Nicole 11/21/2011 8:39:04 PM
Jim, congratulations on your retirement. I have watched you for your entire career with Channel 5. You will certainly be missed.

by Georgia Duran 11/21/2011 8:40:59 PM
Congrats on a great career Jim. And our you still a HUGE REDSKIN fan?

by mrpalmbch 11/21/2011 8:42:06 PM
As a news anchor how often are you actually at the office?

by Nicole 11/21/2011 8:45:26 PM
wait, what was your funniest memory or event on live air? Lyn

by Lyn 11/21/2011 8:47:58 PM
Jim do you think you may do any special projects in the future for wptv?

by Jane 11/21/2011 8:48:24 PM
Hi Jim, what are your plans to do in retirement?

by Kathleen 11/21/2011 8:49:39 PM
Who's the HOT blonde next to you?

by Bowzer 11/21/2011 8:51:03 PM
Hi

by Jane 11/21/2011 8:51:25 PM
Always loved ya, Jim! Good luck in retirement!

by Beth edited by Mollie Reynolds 11/21/2011 10:04:28 PM
Will you come back for guest appearances ??

by Linda 11/21/2011 11:30:46 PM
Best of Luck to you Jim...THANKS for 33 great, funny years...........

by Linda 11/21/2011 11:30:48 PM
You will be sorely missed. No one can take your place.

by Shelley 11/22/2011 1:04:27 AM
I worked at WPTV when Jim arrived. He was suppose to be the fill in guy. The weekend guy. But cream rises to the top. He has made all of us PTVers proud of the way he has taken the baton from Bill Gordon and Bob Howick and lead WPTV over the past four decades.
Jim, all my best. And warn the Wellington police that man they have never seen in your yard around 6pm on weekdays is you !

Joe Garbarino
Your former producer and eternal friend

by Joe Garbarino 11/22/2011 1:04:32 AM
best wishes . my wife went to school with jess sacket in ind. amy kin?

by dale schelle 11/22/2011 1:04:34 AM
My wife says you look just like jess sacket whom she went to school with at buck creek in indiana . any chance ?

by dale schelle 11/22/2011 1:04:46 AM
Jim Sackett on the road.

by Mollie Reynolds 11/22/2011 1:05:49 AM
Congratulations on your retirement - but we will miss you. Do you plan to stay in South Florida?

by Linda P. of Lake Worth 11/22/2011 10:52:48 PM
Great job Jim, as always a class act ... you will be missed.

by Jeff Probst 11/22/2011 10:52:51 PM
Jim, many thank yous for the great 33 years...I have watched you the entire time you have been with channel 5, and wishes for a great retirement!!! You will be missed.

by Alice G 11/22/2011 10:52:54 PM
IM GOING TO MISS YOU MR. JIM <3

by KHIIYRAH G. FLYY 11/22/2011 10:52:56 PM
After living in R.I. all my life,I moved to Port St. Lucie in 2009.Watching you on the news made me feel right at home.I hope you enjoy your retirement, we'll miss you.

by nanaof3 11/23/2011 6:20:14 PM
Jim, You have been part of our lives for 33 yrs. I'm not sure how to say goodby and good luck, So I will say BLESS YOU and thanks!! Good Luck and ENJOY!

by Okeechobee girl 11/23/2011 6:20:15 PM

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