Dr. George, TV Weather Legend, Coming to Laguna Beach Books Sunday

Submitted by Laguna Beach Books:

Laguna Beach Books is pleased to welcome legendary KABC-TV weatherman Dr. George Fischbeck and journalist Randy Roach to the store this Sunday, April 28, at 4 p.m. There is no charge for this event, but please RSVP to reserve your spot by calling the store at 949-494-4779 or email danielle@lagunabeachbooks.com.

For 23 years, Dr. George Fischbeck was a schoolteacher in Albuquerque, and for the last 13 of those years he taught science on a public television station that was beamed all over New Mexico. He also served as a weatherman on Albuquerque’s top-rated TV newscast where he was so popular that the general manager of a competing station sent tapes of his weather forecasts to all the top ABC Network stations nationwide in hope that one would hire George and get him out of New Mexico.

When KABC-TV in Los Angeles responded, it was the start of a love affair between Dr. George and the City of Angels that continues to this day. Not only has Fischbeck had a long career as an award-winning journalist and educator, he has also helped raise millions of dollars for a variety of charitable causes. His story is all here, and the best part is what the fewest people know: the heartwarming memories of a family man.

About the Contributors:

A recipient of both the Governors Award from the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Radio and Television News Association of Southern California, George Fischbeck has served as a science educator and television meteorologist for more than 50 years.

Journalist Randy Roach worked for KABC-TV in Los Angeles for 35 years. He has won five Emmy Awards and three Golden Mike Awards for his producing and writing.