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Mark Spain Dies: Virginia TV News Anchor Was 64


Mark Spain, a popular news anchor at ABC affiliate WSET-TV (ABC13) in Lynchburg, VA, died of pancreatic cancer Dec. 18. He was 64.

He also was honored for Outstanding News Series in 2018 from the Virginia Association of Broadcasters, and won Best Documentary or Public Affairs Program from the organization in 2022. “His smile and positivity were known to his family, our team here at WSET, and the thousands across Lynchburg and beyond who welcomed Mark into their homes each night on TV,” the station said. “When he first addressed the community regarding his cancer diagnosis in early December, he echoed that familiar sunny outlook despite the heavy situation.”

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