Reeltown Elementary launches student-led news show
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Students and staff of Reeltown Elementary School pose for a photo to commemorate the beginning of ReelNews.

Chuck Blake has always had a vision. The Reeltown Elementary School custodian wished to bring his passion for video production to a younger generation. Fortunately for Blake, he didn’t have to look far. 

Earlier this school year, Blake sparked the idea to launch a student-operated broadcast news program. 

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Student anchors Aleija Love (left) and Kaleb Veasey (Right) have been among students that have led morning broadcasts this school semester. 
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Students control the live newscast in a broadcast control room. 

An announcement video that provides a glimpse into the daily student-run broadcast show that is "ReelNews." 

William Marlow is a multimedia reporter for Tallapoosa Publishers, Inc. To reach William, email william.marlow@alexcityoutlook.com.