Ken Bostic, a former member of the WLOS News 13 weather team, has died at the age of 80. His passing was announced on Sunday, October 11, 2026, prompting remembrance of his years in broadcasting and his contributions to local television and radio in North Carolina.
Bostic was part of the WLOS weather team during the 1980s and 1990s, helping deliver weather information to viewers across the region. As a member of the News 13 family, he became part of the local broadcasting community during a period when television weather reporting played an important role in keeping residents informed about changing conditions.
A native of Rutherford County, North Carolina, Bostic built a career that extended beyond WLOS. He also worked at WSPA 7News and several local radio stations, gaining experience across different platforms and connecting with audiences throughout the region.
Outside broadcasting, Bostic had a strong passion for golf. The sport was an important part of his life, and his involvement extended to professional golf coverage. He even served on the radio broadcast team for the Masters, one of the most prominent events in the golfing calendar.
Bostic’s career reflected a combination of broadcasting experience and personal interests that connected him with audiences beyond the weather desk. His work across television and radio made him part of the wider media community in western North Carolina.
Following news of his passing, Bostic is being remembered for his years of service in local broadcasting and his enthusiasm for golf. His death marks the loss of a former colleague whose career spanned multiple stations and decades of regional media.
Further details about the circumstances of his death and funeral arrangements were not included in the initial report. May Ken Bostic rest in peace, and may his family, friends and former colleagues find comfort in their memories of him.