The series will be called “A Better Day” and will appear on Channel 22 at 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. and on Channel 45 at 6:30 p.m. and 10 p.m.
The first commentary aired Thursday evening during the 6:30 p.m. local news on Channel 45.
Day, who turned 72 on Friday, Jan. 8 said, “This is a great birthday present. I want to thank Dean Ditmer, the vice president and general manager of the two stations for bringing me home to something I love - broadcasting.”
Day was inducted into the Dayton Walk of Fame on Sept. 26, the same day that his wife of 48 years, Donna, collapsed and died of a heart attack.
He has won seven Emmys and more awards than any other Ohio broadcaster and worked previously for Channel 22, Channel 7, and Channel 2.
Day is a four-time leukemia survivor.
“I have been given a green light to comment on the life and times in our city and our area, “ Day said. “I hope my pieces will be of interest. It is my intention to seek out positive stories and sometimes I will get personal. I will make every effort to address topical subjects being discussed in the community.”
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