A true legend in West Michigan news, Susan Shaw, has announced that she will be retiring from WOOD-TV8 after over three decades at the station.
Susan Shaw’s Long Career in West Michigan
Susan Shaw landed her very first job reporting the news, working for 9&10 News based out of Cadillac, Michigan. She then worked at various stations in Michigan and North Carolina before returning home to Michigan.
Susan (Sue to her friends and coworkers) began her career at WOOD-TV8 in October 1994. She’s covered a lot of news in her years with WOOD-TV8, including live coverage of the 2011 Rodrick Dantzler shooting rampage and the death and funeral of President Gerald R. Ford.
What’s Next For Susan Shaw After Her Retirement?
Even when you no longer see her on your television screen, you’ll still likely see Susan out and about in West Michigan. According to WOOD-TV8, she and her husband recently purchased a home on the lakeshore and are looking forward to enjoying their days there. Of West Michigan, she said,
There’s something unique and special about our community, and I’m so proud to call it home.
When Is Susan Shaw’s Last Day On WOOD-TV8?
Fans of Susan Shaw will be relieved to hear that she’s not disappearing from their television screens right away. According to WOOD-TV8, her last day behind the anchor desk will be Friday, March 27, 2026.
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