For decades, Orion Samuelson brought his comforting voices to the homes of many through his agriculture reports and work on WGN Radio. We will miss hearing him on-air, seeing him at the Illinois State Fair, and listening to his reports that helped guide our farmers to success over the years. I went to the House floor last week to thank Orion for his years of work and service and wish him success in his well-earned retirement. | Rep. Darin LaHood

The year 2020 marks 60 years of Orion Samuelson at WGN Radio. Steve Alexander has added photos from his own archives to the promo you might have heard recognizing Big O and his career. | WGN Radio

Retiring after 60 years at Chicago's WGN Radio, Orion Samuleson takes a look back at his career. The full report airs Friday night at 10:30/9:30c on NewsNation on WGN America - newsnationnow.com/channel-finder | NewsNation

Remembering Jimmy Ellis, also known as Orion, who passed away on December 12, 1998. 🎶 Listen to "Orion Sings Elvis" here: https://SunRecords.lnk.to/OrionElvis . . . Footage courtesy of "Orion: The Man Who Would Be King" documentary director Jeanie Finlay | Sun Records