Kim Coon

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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Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt
Ages: Toddler to 10 years old. Bring a basket and a flashlight! Come see the Easter Bunny! Enjoy this holiday event.
Belmont Criterium
Join us in downtown Belmont on Sunday, April 13, 2014, for an exciting afternoon of bicycle racing. Come see the top amateur and professional cyclists from around the country compete on a tight, 2/3 mile course around downtown. The course…
Big Ray and the Kool Kats
A crisp 4-piece rhythm section, 4 sizzling horn players and a variety of vocalists all combine to form Big Ray and the Kool Kats. Hold on to your seats as Big Ray pays tribute to the greatest performers in the…
Wedding Showcase
Just engaged? Need help planning a wedding? Do you know someone who is getting married? Then you don't want to miss the Garden's annual Wedding Showcase. We'll have the best of the areas bridal industry on hand to help you…
Text to Win Tickets to Robocop
Text WCCPVIP to 45548 by noon on Thursday, Feb. 6, to join our VIP text club and be eligible to win 2 tickets to a pre-screening of Robocop on Monday, Feb. 10 at Regal Stonecrest at 7pm. See rules!
Police Search For Suspect Who Cut Off Electronic Monitoring Device
Police are searching for a man who cut off his electronic monitoring device.
Police Arrest Larceny Suspect in Stanly County
Police arrested a man for stealing jewelry from a home in Stanly County.
Police: Four Men Arrested For Breaking Into Sheriff Deputy's Car
Four people have been arrested for allegedly breaking into a Rowan County Sheriff's deputy's car.
The Guys from Awful DJ Preview their Upstage NoDa Show
They might be Awful DJ's, but they're very funny comedians and writers! The Awful DJ Comedy Trio is performing at Upstage NoDa Wednesday night.
