David Horak

Weekend morning anchor, reporter at WOOD TV8

grand rapids, michigan, united states

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Experienced Weekend Morning News Anchor and Reporter with 7+ years in broadcast media. Skilled in delivering timely, accurate, and engaging news stories. Capable of multitasking, meeting tight deadlines, and maintaining composure under pressure. Proven ability to develop exclusive content, engage with the community, and enhance viewer relationships.

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Cook volunteers for holiday shift at restaurant that hired him from shelter

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — The Rezervoir Lounge stayed open Christmas Day while most restaurants closed for the holiday. For cook Jacob Davis, working the shift meant more than earning a paycheck. When the restaurant he previously worked at closed three... See more

woodtv.com•David Horak•Dec 26, 2025

Holiday shoppers boost Sligh Building businesses amid legal uncertainty

Editor’s note: The video above first aired on Dec. 12, 2025. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Businesses inside the Sligh Building are experiencing a surge in holiday traffic as the building’s future remains tied up in court proceedings. The parties met for a... See more

woodtv.com•David Horak•Dec 23, 2025

Kent Co. Salvation Army faces Christmas shortfall amid increased need

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — With less than two weeks until Christmas, the Salvation Army in Kent County is still a ways away from its campaign goal, while the number of families seeking assistances has increased. The organization told News 8 that they ha... See more

woodtv.com•David Horak•Dec 15, 2025

Amazon Walker facility ramps up operations for holiday surge

WALKER, Mich. (WOOD) — Amazon’s Grand Rapids-area delivery station is processing 100,000 packages daily as the holiday shipping rush reaches its peak, according to facility leadership. The Northridge Drive location hired 300 seasonal workers and added an ... See more

woodtv.com•David Horak•Dec 9, 2025

Mel Trotter: Higher housing costs driving emergency assistance requests

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Mel Trotter Ministries reached its goal for the annual Turkey Drop, collecting nearly 6,000 turkeys that will be distributed to West Michigan families in need this Thanksgiving. Feeding America West Michigan volunteers will ha... See more

woodtv.com•David Horak•Nov 23, 2025

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Bachelor Of Arts, Biology, Broadcasting at Valparaiso UniversityGraduated: 2017

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Cook volunteers for holiday shift at restaurant that hired him from shelter

Holiday shoppers boost Sligh Building businesses amid legal uncertainty

Kent Co. Salvation Army faces Christmas shortfall amid increased need

Amazon Walker facility ramps up operations for holiday surge

Mel Trotter: Higher housing costs driving emergency assistance requests

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Cook volunteers for holiday shift at restaurant that hired him from shelter

Holiday shoppers boost Sligh Building businesses amid legal uncertainty

Kent Co. Salvation Army faces Christmas shortfall amid increased need

Amazon Walker facility ramps up operations for holiday surge

Mel Trotter: Higher housing costs driving emergency assistance requests

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