Constance Jones Host the 2021 Esserman-Knight Excellence in Journalism Award

 

MIAMI, FL:  NBC 6 News Anchor Constance Jones hosted this year’s Esserman-Knight Journalism Awards: “Stories From The Front Lines of Local Journalism.” During the virtual event,  South Florida’s best public service reporting were honored.  Viewers also got a behind-the-scenes look at how these groundbreaking stories came to be. 

PBS White House Correspondent Yamiche Alcindor, a Miami native who will receive the Esserman-Knight Excellence in Journalism Award for her distinguished service.  A frequent political contributor to NBC News and MSNBC, Alcindor’s stories often explore the intersection of race and politics. She currently covers the Biden administration and the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. You can watch the full show by clicking on the link below. 

Constance Jones Host the Esserman-Knight Excellence in Journalism Award

Constance Jones Host the Esserman-Knight Journalism Winners Monique O. Madon and Taylor Dolvenn from the Miami Herald. 

Constance Jones Host the Esserman-Knight Journalism Winner Glenna Milberg. 

Constance Jones Joins the NBC 6 Today Anchor Team

MIAMI: NBC 6 will welcome two new faces to the morning anchor team Monday, with South Florida native Kris Anderson and South Florida veteran Constance Jones returning home to join the newsroom.

Jones has been working as a TV news anchor and reporter at 8News in Richmond, Virginia since 2018. She was born in Germany and has had extensive experiences in South Florida, including a nine-year run as a reporter at WPLG.

A member of the National Association of Black Journalists, she's been nominated for an Emmy twice, and has also spent time working alongside the Broward State Attorney as the Communications Director for the 17th Judicial Circuit of Florida.

Anderson, a graduate of Florida International University, previously worked as a consumer investigator and morning anchor reporter at 7News in Boston. He was born and raised in Miami, and began his career in television journalism more than 20 years ago as a sports intern for WTVJ before going on to win four Emmys.

"I'm going to be back home with my family and working for the station I grew up watching. Dreams do come true!" Anderson wrote on Twitter along with the announcement of the news.  (repost via NBC6.com)   

Constance Jones: Behind the Scenes at WRIC-TV ABC 8

Constance Jones: Behind the Scenes at WRIC 8 News 

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Constance Jones & Juan Conde

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Constance Jones featured on The Flex Coach Podcast- Increasing Your Worth Feat

 It was an honor to talk about all my journey in Television News business.  

Listen to my interview on "The Flex Coach Podcast" here:

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How do you master a virtual presentation?

Constance Jones Interviews Senator Tim Kaine

How do you master a virtual presentation?  Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, many of us have scrambled to conquer Zoom meetings with our colleagues and bosses.  Director of Content at Convene Andrew Littlefield tackled that question in his recent articled entitled “Virtual Keynotes: More TV Show Than Presentation." We spoke about the topic in his recent write-up. 

WRIC 8 News named Outstanding News Operation of the Virginias by Virginias Associated Press Broadcasters

Constance Jones & Juan Conde, 8 News Anchors

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) – Reporters, producers and the entire team at 8 News were recognized for their outstanding news coverage during the past year.

WRIC 8 News received seven awards on Saturday from the Virginias Associated Press Broadcasters (VPBA) during the 2020 virtual awards show, including a first-place award naming the station Outstanding News Operation of the Virginias.

WRIC-TV’s main anchor team, Constance Jones & Juan Conde host statewide Virtual Town Hall with VA Gov. Northam

RICHMOND, VA and IRVING, TX – Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group, Inc hosted a live virtual Town Hall meeting, “Virginia Responds: Your Questions Answered,” with U.S. Senators Mark Warner (D-VA) and Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Virginia Governor Ralph Northam on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. ET.

FREE CROCHET MASK PATTERNS

Constance Jones Wearing Crochet Mask/ Mask Cover

Make Your Own DIY Crochet Mask Covers! Crochet & fabric masks serve as a reminder for us NOT TO TOUCH OUR FACE!  These are not medical grade mask. You can use these to cover a medical mask.  Both patterns cover the N95 Surgical Face Mask.    

2020 Richmond History Makers Honorees Celebrated: Constance Jones Host the Celebration

Constance Jones host History Makers Event

RICHMOND, VA: The Valentine in Richmond and the Capital Region Collaborative honored the work of six honorees at the 15th Annual Richmond History Makers & Community Update at Virginia Union University. 8 News Anchor Constance Jones hosted the event, in a room full of family, friends, local leaders, community advocates, and non-profit representatives.

Fall of the Berlin Wall: 8 News Anchor recalls ‘shocking’ aftermath in Germany 30 years ago

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Germany recently marked the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall.  

Parents of bi-racial 8News Anchor Constance Jones discuss new ABC comedy ‘Mixed-ish’

Parents of bi-racial 8News Anchor Constance Jones discuss new ABC comedy ‘Mixed-ish’

Richmond, VA:  A new comedy on ABC “Mixed-ish” examines the complexities of mixed families.The “Black-ish” spinoff comedy is centered around actress’ Tracee Ellis Ross’ character as a teenager as she faces several difficult hardships growing up mixed race. 

Constance Jones Host Luncheon with ABC’s Amy Robach

Constance Jones & Amy Robach

RICHMOND, Va: Local women leaders gathered for the “Women Take the Stage” luncheon, emceed by 8News anchor Constance Jones, at the Carpenter Theater on April 16, 2019. 
The luncheon was sponsored by the Richmond Performing Arts Alliance, an organization dedicated to providing “diverse local and world-class performing arts, transformative arts education experiences for students of all ages, and inspirational venues — all to strengthen the cultural and economic vitality of the Greater Richmond region.”  

WRIC-TV welcomes Constance Jones to the 8News anchor desk

Constance will join Juan Conde and Chief Meteorologist John Bernier on the anchor desk weeknights for 8News at 5, 5:30, 6 and 11

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- WRIC is excited to welcome Constance Jones to Richmond and introduce her as the new evening anchor for 8News.

Constance brings over 15 years of experience in journalism, reporting and anchoring from major markets, including Miami, New York City, Oklahoma City and Atlanta.  

Constance Jones acting on "The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story"

Constance Jones on "The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story"

MIAMI, FL: It's not uncommon to see a local newscaster from New York or Miami pop up on the big and small screen in a different capacity! Oftentimes, directors want to cast the real thing, to convey a particular message that you simply wouldn’t get from an actor.

My Mother's Personal Reflection: 50th Anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Death

With her golden blonde hair and bright blue eyes, my mother easily fills the room with her beautiful presence.  She captivates you with her brilliant smile, turning heads everywhere she goes.  After marrying my father, three little brown girls were added to this picture of perfection.  

Behind the Scenes: First Episode of Young Americans

Constance Jones Interviewing guest for "Young Americans"

MIAMI, FL: After months of anxious waiting, the first episode of “Young Americans" premiered on TLC Network on January 25th at 8 a.m. Filmed at the beautiful National Hotel on South Beach, the goal of the show is to dish out advice to millennials on love, fashion, and living a successful life. 

Constance Jones on TLC's new show "Young Americans"

Young Americans Correspondents Constance Jones & Andrea Ocampo 

MIAMI, FL: I am very excited to announce my new gig as a correspondent for a new TLC features/lifestyle talk show "Young Americans." The show will debut in January of 2018.

Swiss National Day 2017 in Miami

MIAMI,FL: Happy Birthday Switzerland! The Alpine Nation is officially 726 years old!  Every year, South Florida’s Swiss Community joins together in merriment at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus in Coral Gables to celebrate the country’s beloved birthday.

UPLIFT Youth Empowerment Conference 2017



Photo Credit: Zeek Boujoly Classic Photography

With big toothy smiles and eager open minds, dozens of students arrived early at C.B. Smith Park to participate in the first UPLIFT Youth Empowerment Conference. It was a warm summer day filled with confidence building workshops, with topics ranging from college preparation to fitness and healthy eating. The goal was simple, Inspire the Youth.

Constance Jones at Knit In Public Day Miami 2017

MIAMI, FL: Knit in Public Day is about showing the general public that knitting can be a community activity in a very distinct way. This year in Miami, the Pérez Art Museum teamed up with "Fantastic Fibers Miami" for the event.