Longtime Houston anchor Dave Ward dies at 86 - FOX 26 Houston
Google News • 12/14/2025 • Last cited 12/15/2025
Summary
Longtime Houston news anchor Dave Ward has passed away at the age of 86, as reported by FOX 26 Houston. His legacy includes a significant tenure at ABC13, where he became a prominent figure in local journalism.
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