After eight years, Ms. Sunshine, aka Lauren Rautenkranz, has bid goodbye to First Coast News. She is stepping away from the green screen for better opportunities.
Key Takeaways
- After nearly eight remarkable years at First Coast News, Lauren Rautenkranz has bid farewell to the green screen.
- Rautenkranz expressed her heartfelt gratitude to viewers, colleagues, and family.
- While her next endeavor remains uncertain, she has assured her dedicated followers that she will continue providing weather updates through her Facebook page.
“It’s excitement for what’s to come. The First Coast will always be home, and I will always cherish the memories we’ve made together,” said the Jacksonville meteorologist.
In a lengthy LinkedIn post, the University of Florida graduate expressed her feelings after leaving the show.
Rautenkranz said,
She continued,
Lauren also thanked her family and co-workers,
Likewise, she didn’t forget to thank her fans:
Now, the dotted mother of two can spend more time with her husband, Ryan, and raise their two young kids, son Pierson and daughter Maddie.
She Will Be Missed By Her Dedicated Followers
Fans expressed their love for the weather forecaster in her final video.
One of her supporters said,
Another one mentioned,
The third one replied,
Where Is Lauren Rautenkranz Going?
The most asked questions by her well-wishers are: Where is she going now? Will she still be seen on the television screen?
Well, to answer your question, Lauren has clarified it herself through her Facebook.
She said,
Then, Rautenkranz shared a photo with the title “Top 3 Weather Headline” and said,
“Here’s my first forecast outside of the TV studio. I had fun diving into the details, but wanted to give you my top 3 takeaways.”
We speculate that she may soon engage in video content such as YouTube videos and podcasts.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Lauren Rautenkranz calls herself a ‘strategic storyteller.’
- She loves volunteering and has been a Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville board member since 2017.
- Raurenkranz has a certificate in climatology and meteorology from UF’s Geography Department.
It’s been a month since you’ve been gone. My husband and I really miss you and your sweet smile. You really made GMJ a great show. I don’t blame you for wanting to be home with your kids. You get to know them better when you are with them all day, but if after a while you want to go back to work, don’t feel guilty about it. Some of us mommas are good stay at home moms and some are better working. I
My husband and I really enjoyed YOU! Every weather forecast. You are always upbeat and cheerful. Thank you for being YOU. God bless you and your family in whatever you decide to do next …Enjoy the journey.
Wish you well! Always looked to you in the morning, you are a bundle of Joy.
I knew someone was missing. How I miss your clear reporting and positive attitude. You are truly missed. Best of everything to you and your family.