Rep. Yakym Honors Veteran Journalist Mark Peterson for 40 Years of Service

<p><strong>SOUTH BEND, IN</strong>&nbsp; &#8211;&nbsp; Yesterday, Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) formally honored longtime WNDU anchor Mark Peterson by presenting him with a copy of the Congressional Record, recognizing his 40 years of dedicated service to northern Indiana as he enters retirement.</p>

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<p class="has-text-align-center"><em>Congressman Yakym presents Mark Peterson (middle) with a copy of the Congressional Record.</em></p>

<p>&#8220;For 40 years, Mark Peterson has been a trusted voice in northern Indiana reporting with clarity, integrity, and calm under pressure,” <strong>Rep. Yakym said.</strong> “As someone who grew up watching him and later worked alongside him, I’m deeply grateful for his service. It was an honor to present him with this Congressional Record in recognition of his remarkable career. I wish Mark and his wife, Sue, all the best in this next chapter.”</p>

<p>Last week, Rep. Yakym spoke on the House Floor to honor Mark Peterson. A video of his remarks can be found <a href="https://youtu.be/DZlxVbehGtk">here.</a></p>

<p>The video of Rep. Yakym presenting a copy of the Congressional Record to Mark Peterson can be <a href="https://www.wndu.com/2025/06/16/rep-rudy-yakym-puts-wndu-reporter-mark-petersons-retirement-into-congressional-record/">here.</a></p>

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