The Senate recognized Boyd with the Concurrent Resolution 31: honoring the lifetime achievements of Indianapolis journalist, Barbara Boyd.
INDIANAPOLIS — WRTV legend and longtime Indianapolis journalist, Barbara Boyd was honored by the Indiana Senate on Tuesday."Boyd was born on April 27, 1929 and has lived an inspirational life as a trailblazing journalist and continues to lead active efforts to promote opportunities for Indiana students of color," Senator Ford said.
In 1973, Boyd reported from her hospital bed at Community Health as she recovered after having a mastectomy. Senator Ford went on to highlight the many achievements of Boyd that extend beyond her work in journalism, such as her involvement in organizations like The March of Dimes, the NAACP and the Indiana Make a Wish Foundation, as well as her over 50-year volunteer work with the United Negro College Fund.
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