Colorful Kaprielian a recession casualty

I was saddened to read yesterday that the recession has taken yet another casualty, wacky weatherman Al Kaprielian. For 26 years, Kaprielian has been a staple on MyTV, a Derry, N.H., cable station formerly known as WNDS (Channel 50). Kaprielian's job, along with those of five other employees, will be eliminated come year's end.

Kaprielian carved out a following with his squeaky "Good eeeeevening!" greeting and perpetual enthusiasm. He was far from polished, but he won over viewers with his quirky but earnest manner. He was also active in the community, often speaking about meteorology at local schools. A few years into his career, in fact, he spoke to my junior-high class. 

Though some dismissed him as a goofball, Kaprielian brought color to the airwaves and will be missed. Here's hoping he lands on his feet.