Vince Sims co-anchors NBC 5 Weekend Evening News and reports during the week and hosts 5 Talk Street. He joined the NBC 5 family in July 2019 after spending five years anchoring and reporting in Atlanta, Georgia.
Vince is a three-time Emmy Award and an Edward R. Murrow award-winning journalist. He brings more than 25 years of experience in television news to NBC 5.
Vince is familiar with North Texas since he grew up right next door in Arkansas. His journalism journey started in Little Rock, Ark. He has since worked in Monroe and Shreveport, La.; Tulsa, Okla.; and Pittsburgh, Pa.
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Throughout his career, Vince has covered all kinds of severe weather situations including tornadoes, hurricanes, and snowstorms.
Vince’s reporting has included everything from politics, covering presidential candidates including Barack Obama and Donald Trump, to sports covering two Super Bowls.
Vince most enjoys covering stories that have an impact on someone’s life or changes their life for the better.
Vince has been given many community acknowledgments over the years including NW Louisiana YWCA Outstanding Journalist, The New Pittsburgh Courier Man of Excellence in Media, and Atl’s Hottest Media Personality two years in a row among others.
When he’s not at work you can find him out and about in the community. Vince often volunteers his time and serves as emcee for many nonprofit organizations. He also speaks regularly to different church groups, organizations, and schools about his job and the challenges that come with it.
Vince loves talking with young people about the importance of getting an education. He stresses to them their surroundings don’t define their future. Vince grew up on an agriculture and cattle farm in rural Arkansas, where he never imagined he'd one day be on television keeping people informed about what's happening in their community.
Vince has a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communications with a minor in Journalism from the University of Central Arkansas.
Vince considers himself a “sock enthusiast” with a large collection of fun and colorful socks. He also collects matchbooks.
Vince is married. He and his wife are excited to explore all the DFW area has to offer.
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Hood County residents battle bitcoin mining center noise
Imagine hearing a jet engine roaring outside your home constantly. That’s what some people in Hood County say a bitcoin mining center is doing. NBC 5’s Vince Sims has more on the lawsuit they’ve filed and why they want it shutdown.
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Some Granbury residents file lawsuit against bit mining company over noise pollution
A bit mining company says its sound levels are below legal limits but some Hood County residents say it’s causing health problems.
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North Texas organizations staging to help after Hurricane Milton passes
Although North Texas will face no impact from Hurricane Milton, the emotional impact is felt here by many who have friends and family affected. NBC 5’s Vince Sims reports on organizations already in place to help once Milton passes.
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North Texas organizations mobilizing to help people affected by Hurricane Milton
For people unable to evacuate, help will be available after the storm, thanks to North Texas organizations like Texans On Mission.
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‘Conexiones Culturales: Cultural Connections' art exhibition celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
The Lewisville Grand Theater has an exhibit during Hispanic Heritage Month called ‘Cultural Connections.’ NBC 5’s Vince Sims talks with the curator about the importance of the exhibit which runs through Nov. 16.
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Last weekend to register to vote before the November election
If you are out and about this weekend there is a good chance you’ll see a voter registration event taking place. The deadline to register is Monday. NBC 5’s Vince Sims reports local organizations are making sure people are prepared.
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Organizations final push to register voters before Oct. 7 deadline
We are about a month away from Election Day, but the deadline to make sure you can vote is just days away.
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Making money and memories at the State Fair of Texas on opening day
The State Fair of Texas is open and for the next 24 days, people from all over the world will stream into Fair Park. Last year more than two-million visitors said ‘Howdy’ to Big Tex. NBC 5’s Vince Sims reports for many North Texas visiting on opening day is tradition, for others it’s about making money.
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State Fair of Texas brings out crowds for food, fun and memories
People couldn’t wait to enter Fair Park for day one of the State Fair of Texas.
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How the Frisco pool supply store fire affected people nearby
Smoke could be seen for miles after a massive fire at a Frisco pool supply store Wednesday. There was concern about the chemicals burning inside, so people in the area were told to shelter in place. NBC 5’s Vince Sims reports on how officials made sure the area was safe