KOKI (Tulsa) Weekend Anchor Rick Maranon left a handoff note to the morning crew at the station.

It is interesting that Maranon “insists” on what story the morning folks cover. He points out that two other stations in town are covering the story.

First off, you’re an anchor, not the news director. I’m not sure you should be “insisting” on what should be covered. Sure, go ahead and suggest, but you’re out of your lane when you insist.

Also, if the other stations are covering the story, why are you at least a day late to the story?

I always felt that if you’re just copying the other guys (and doing so a day later), how are you going to stand out in the market?

Here is the internal email he sent.