San Antonio, August 27, 2025
News Summary
Veteran television anchor Steve Spriester is set to conclude his impressive three-decade career at a San Antonio station, transitioning to a new role in strategic communications at a legal advocacy firm. Since joining in 1995, he has been a prominent figure, anchoring major newscasts and winning numerous awards. His final broadcast will be a significant moment for the local community as they bid farewell to a trusted news voice.
San Antonio — Veteran television anchor Steve Spriester is concluding a 30-year career at a local San Antonio television station, with his final broadcast scheduled for August 27, 2025. He will leave his on-air role to assume a new position as head of strategic communications at a legal advocacy firm.
What happened
Spriester’s departure marks the end of three decades with the station where he began as a general assignment reporter in 1995. Over the years he moved into weekend anchoring, became a 6 p.m. anchor and investigative reporter, and since 2000 has anchored the station’s 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and late evening newscasts. His final on-air appearance is slated for late August 2025, after which he will transition into a communications leadership role in the private sector.
Key details and next steps
- Final broadcast: August 27, 2025.
- Tenure at the station: 30 years, from 1995 to 2025.
- New role: Head of strategic communications at a legal advocacy firm.
- Primary responsibilities at station: Anchor for multiple evening newscasts and investigative reporting.
- Notable recognitions: Three Lone Star Emmy Awards, two Telly Awards, and honors from the Texas Associated Press.
Career highlights
Spriester began his media career in radio before moving into television reporting. He first joined the station as a general assignment reporter in 1995, advanced to weekend anchor in 1996, and shifted to the 6 p.m. anchor and investigative reporter slot in 1998. From 2000 onward he became a consistent presence on the station’s evening news programs.
During his tenure he covered a range of major community and national events, including multiple professional basketball championships for the local team, national sporting events, large civic celebrations, and presidential conventions. He also reported on local tragedies, including mass shooting events in the region. His work included both daily news coverage and longer-term community-focused projects.
Community work and initiatives
Spriester developed and led audience-focused initiatives aimed at connecting viewers with local neighborhoods and issues. Two recurring efforts credited to him were neighborhood-focused reporting projects and a series of in-depth community conversations designed to spotlight local residents and concerns.
Station context and recent transitions
The anchor’s departure follows a year of substantial staff changes at the station, including several veteran broadcasters leaving their roles. Notable recent retirements at the station include long-serving journalists and anchors who stepped away in the preceding months, contributing to a broader period of transition for the organization.
Station leadership acknowledged Spriester’s long service and his relationships within the community as part of the announcement. The station indicated that his work has had an impact across the city and that planning is underway for on-air coverage of his final broadcast and transition.
Background
Spriester was born and raised in Iowa and attended college in Nebraska. His move from radio to television came after encouragement from a sports broadcaster early in his career. Over three decades of local journalism he earned multiple industry awards and led community reporting efforts while anchoring regular evening newscasts.
| Key Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Tenure | 1995–2025 (30 years) |
| Final broadcast date | August 27, 2025 |
| Primary roles | General assignment reporter, weekend anchor, 6 p.m. anchor, investigative reporter, evening newscasts anchor |
| Next position | Head of strategic communications at a legal advocacy firm |
| Awards | 3 Lone Star Emmy Awards; 2 Telly Awards; honors from the Texas Associated Press |
Timeline
| Date / Year | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Joined the station as a general assignment reporter | Career record |
| 1996 | Named weekend anchor | Career record |
| 1998 | Transitioned to 6 p.m. anchor and investigative reporter | Career record |
| 2000–2025 | Anchored 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and late evening newscasts | Career record |
| August 27, 2025 | Final on-air broadcast | Public announcement |
| Post-August 2025 | Begins role as head of strategic communications at legal advocacy firm | Career announcement |
Recognitions at a glance
FAQ
When is Steve Spriester’s final broadcast?
His final broadcast is scheduled for August 27, 2025.
How long did he work at the station?
He worked at the station for 30 years, beginning in 1995 and concluding in 2025.
What will he do after leaving on-air work?
He will take on the role of head of strategic communications at a legal advocacy firm.
What are some notable stories and projects from his career?
He covered major sporting championships, national sporting events, civic celebrations, presidential conventions, and significant local tragedies. He also created community-focused initiatives to highlight neighborhoods and local conversations.
What awards has he received?
His recognitions include three Lone Star Emmy Awards, two Telly Awards, and honors from the Texas Associated Press.
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Additional Resources
- CultureMap San Antonio
- Wikipedia: Steve Spriester
- KSAT News
- Google Search: Steve Spriester
- San Antonio Current
- Google Scholar: Steve Spriester
- Adweek TVSpy
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Steve Spriester
- Mike McGuff Blog
- Google News: Steve Spriester
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