Kim Coon

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Kim Coon is a familiar face in the motorsports industry. She has spent the last ten years covering NASCAR, ARCA and motorcycle racing and recently has been seen co-hosting “Off The Grid” on NBC Sports as well as NASCAR’s popular “Glass Case of Emotion” podcast with driver Ryan Blaney.

She is best known for serving as an official spokesperson for NASCAR – acting as a liaison between fans and the exciting world of racing, while activating the title sponsor’s strategic plan through social media, broadcast channels and trackside events.

She currently serves as a pit road reporter for MRN in all three national NASCAR series. When she isn’t at a race track, she’s busy hosting digital assets and live events for NASCAR. Kim also regularly joins the morning news broadcast for WCCB Charlotte, The CW.

Born and raised in Orlando, Florida, Kim got her bachelor’s from the University of Miami (FL), where she double majored in Broadcasting and Religious Studies. She received her master’s in Integrated Marketing Communications from the University of Alabama. While attending Miami, Kim was a member of the university’s dance team. She also spent two seasons cheering in the NFL for the Carolina Panthers.

She currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. Kim loves getting her hands dirty with DIY home improvement projects, antique hunting and painting. She is also an avid reader and is always eager to loan from her collection of books.

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The Good Ride

The Good Ride will be cycling for ‘good‘ with its inaugural charity bike event in Blakeney on May 10 to support 24 Hours of Booty. Geared for the entire family, The Good Ride offers 22-, 34- and 65-mile routes and…

CVMA Spring Poker Run

Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Chapter 15-2 is hosting a Poker Run on April 26, 2014. Proceeds will benefit the CVMA and its mission of helping Veterans in our local area. Registration begins 10 a.m. at Uncle Buck‘s All American Pub…

Dunkin’ Donuts Welcomes Spring with Free Iced Coffee Day

Participating Dunkin‘ Donuts Restaurants in Charlotte to Offer Free Small Iced Coffee All Day on March 31 WHAT: Dunkin‘ Donuts, America‘s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, is welcoming warmer temperatures with a cool treat – “Free Iced…

Tax Tips of the Week: March 24, 2014

Perry Webb, President of local accounting firm, Webtax, an enrolled agent licensed to practice before the Internal Revenue Service and a Registered Tax Return Preparer, offers insight and advice for the tax season. Check back each Monday for new tips!