David Sentendrey
Thank you for welcoming me to Dallas! I guess you could say my broadcasting adventure began when I was in First Grade and my school principal asked me to read a poem I wrote over the P.A. system to the entire school! Well, now, here I am.
I’ve always been drawn to writing — be it short stories, poems, etc. I’m a musician who has been writing songs/lyrics since I was a teenager and, believe it or not, I still perform in a couple of bands!
I studied journalism at Appalachian State University in Boone, NC. I covered our school’s sports teams for the student-run newspaper (The Appalachian) and began writing for a newspaper (The Enquirer Journal) after college.
In an unusual twist, I was unexpectedly brought into the world of television journalism in 2013 at FOX 46 Charlotte. I love the way television broadcasting allows viewers to see, hear and feel what the subjects are saying. Sometimes, it’s better for us, as journalists, to say less — and let you, the viewer, do the talking.
At FOX 46 I won an Emmy Award for Journalistic Enterprise. I won Reporter of the Year and Multimedia Journalist of the Year by the Radio and Television Digital News Association of the Carolinas (RTDNAC) as well as a number of other awards.
I’ve had a number of stories lead to legislative action. It’s always a good feeling to know that your platform is powerful enough to make a difference.
As much as I love news, I have plenty of hobbies outside of it. Music, basketball, snowboarding, running, cooking, exploring, etc. I’ve always been one of those people who gets along with everyone and has an eclectic set of interests and friends.
As a journalist, I believe that’s important — to cast a wide net — because we’re always running into all sorts of stories and people.
It’s a blessing to be in Dallas. I love the city. It seems like there’s always something to do and the restaurant scene is fantastic.
I’ll be around. Please, say hello!
The latest from David Sentendrey
Hunt family shares story, video of narrow escape from deadly flood
A Hunt, Texas family has shared their story, along with some haunting video, of their experience in the deadly Fourth of July flooding in the Texas Hill Country.
Texas flooding: Hunt residents climbed into attic to escape rising floodwaters
Hunt, Texas is grappling with severe flooding from the Guadalupe River, leading to ongoing searches for missing Camp Mystic girls and a significant volunteer response, as residents like James Wright recount their narrow escapes.
Kerrville city manager says change needed to prevent another flooding tragedy
Search efforts continue for those still missing after the July Fourth flooding in Central Texas. While the 60-mile search area is scoured, some Texans are in the area providing relief and assistance to those affected.
Texas RV Park destroyed by Kerr County flood, search for missing continues
A devastating "once-in-a-lifetime" flood in Kerrville, Texas, has led to multiple fatalities and ongoing search efforts for missing individuals after an RV park was swept away.
Cedar Hill police incident leaves 1 dead
An investigation is underway following an incident in a neighborhood involving Cedar Hill police officers.
Rains County Judge indicted on felony witness tampering charges
Rains County Judge Linda Wallace faces felony witness tampering charges, accused of attempting to coerce a clerk in a case involving a fellow judge who himself faces charges related to official oppression and tampering.
Fort Worth 6-alarm fire displaces hundreds, prompts federal aid request
A devastating six-alarm apartment fire in Fort Worth has displaced over 800 residents, prompting Governor Abbott to request a damage assessment for potential federal aid as the community mobilizes to assist.
Judge considers change of venue for Kaufman Co. fugitive Trevor McEuen's rescheduled murder trial
A judge in Kaufman County is deciding whether to move the trial for a man who allegedly cut off his ankle monitor and disappeared the morning before his trial was originally set to begin.
Fort Worth apartment fire displaces hundreds; cause under investigation
A six-alarm fire at a Fort Worth apartment complex displaced over 800 residents, with the official cause still under investigation due to challenges posed by the building's rubber roof.
Iranian-American leader of North Texas non-profit recalls imprisonment in home country
As the conflict continues between Israel and Iran, all eyes are on how President Donald Trump will respond. Meanwhile, the leader of an Iranian-American community in North Texas describes what led her to the U.S.