David Dick

David Barrow Dick (1930 – 2010), was an American journalist. He was an Emmy-winning correspondent for CBS News from 1966 to 1985. He became a professor of journalism at the University of Kentucky after retiring from CBS News.

Early life and education

David Dick was born on 18 Feb 1930 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He covered the aftermath of the mass suicides in Guyana.

Later life and legacy Upon retirement, Dick became an Associate Professor of Journalism at the University of Kentucky. He also wrote a column for Kentucky Living magazine. He wrote and publish several books including "Follow the Storm" in 2002.

He died from prostate cancer on July 16, 2010, in Bourbon County, Kentucky.

The University of Kentucky created The David Dick "What a Great Story!" Storytelling Awards program in his memory.

Works by David Dick

A Journal for Lalie: Living Through Prostate Cancer Peace at the Center A Conversation with Peter P. Pence The Quiet Kentuckians The Scourges of Heaven Follow the Storm: A Long Way Home Jesse Stuart – The Heritage, a look at the Kentucky author Jesse Stuart The View from Plum Lick

With his wife Lalie Dick, he co-authored:

Home Sweet Kentucky Rivers of Kentucky Kentucky: A State of Mind.