Gilbert Baez reflects on time at WRAL after 17 years leading the Fayetteville Bureau

Longtime WRAL reporter Gilbert Baez departed after 17 years leading our reporting from Fayetteville. He's covered the area for decades--through breaking news, severe weather and community driven stories. Gilbert reflects on his time at the station.

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