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Phillip Hickman

News Director

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WTAP, NewsBreak, WVVA, WSAZ, WDBJ7

Preston's Summary

Phillip Hickman is the News Director at KMVTTV. He specializes in topics related to family and relationships, parenting, family health, and wellness, often exploring the intersections of culture and society. Phillip's work has been featured in various outlets, including Wesr Radio, WDTV 5 News, WTAP, and NewsBreak.

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Geo Focus

United States (National)

Coverage Attributes:

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Informative: 68 %
Events: 16 %
Listicles: 8 %
Opinion: 4 %
Reviews: 1 %

Themes Covered:

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Most Recent Topics:

  • Home Care & Assisted Living
  • Senior Living

Pitching Insights

Phillip Hickman's coverage is centered on local obituaries, with a focus on honoring individuals within the community. Given his emphasis on profile features and family/relationship themes, he may be interested in stories that highlight remarkable personal journeys or human-interest pieces related to the local community.

When reaching out to Phillip, consider offering profiles of individuals who have made meaningful contributions to their communities or heartwarming stories that celebrate the lives and legacies of local residents. It would also be beneficial to suggest subjects for potential interviews whose life experiences resonate with the themes highlighted in his articles.

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Articles

WTAP

Obituary: Pifer, Edward Shane

Obituary: Pifer, Edward Shane

By: Edward Shane Pifer Obit, Phillip Hickman

Edward Shane Pifer, a beloved resident of Little Hocking, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at the age of 58. Born on May 10, 1968, in Weston, West Virginia, Shane was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend to many.

WTAP

Obituary: Way, Sandra Kay Walters

Obituary: Way, Sandra Kay Walters

By: Phillip Hickman

Sandra Kay Walters Way, born Sandra Kay Snyder on April 17, 1942, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, died August 26, 2026, at WVU Medicine Camden-Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg. She was 84.

NewsBreak

Obituary: Buskirk, Venus Avalee

Obituary: Buskirk, Venus Avalee

By: Phillip Hickman

Venus Avalee Buskirk, 52, of Parkersburg passed away August 24, 2026 in Parkersburg, WV. Venus was born on February 5, 1974 in Cleveland, OH. Arrangements

WTAP

Obituary: Harris, Phyllis Barber

Obituary: Harris, Phyllis Barber

By: Phillip Hickman

Phyllis Barber Harris of Belpre, has gone to be with the Lord. She was born on October 15, 1938. Phyllis graduated from Belpre High School in 1956. She retired from Selby General Hospital as a medical transcriptionist after 18 years and worked most of her life as a seamstress and babysitter until 2020 due to health issues. She made many beautiful gowns, afghans, baby items, and quilts that she gave away to those she loved.

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