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.

Articles

Man Arrested For Impersonating Firefighter At Structure Fire

A man was arrested after impersonating a firefighter and refusing to vacate a property during a structure fire that resulted in one woman dead.

North Charlotte Homicide Classified As Justified

After an investigation, CMPD says they have classified this case as a justified homicide and no charges will be filed.

District Attorney's Office Asks SBI To Investigate Lab Analyst

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) has alerted the the District Attorney's Office about procedural irregularities in the biological analysis performed by an analyst at the CMPD Crime Laboratory.

Looking At A Solar Eclipse Can Be Dangerous Without Eclipse Glasses. Here's What To Know

Looking directly at the sun during a solar eclipse can lead to permanent eye damage.

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Iredell Health System Lifts Visitor Restrictions

Iredell Health System has lifted its flu restrictions effective Wednesday, March 27.

Local Author Inspiring Families Ahead of Easter

Easter is about more than chocolate, bunnies and egg hunts... it's a chance to spend more time with your family and create a fun and faith-focused Easter.

HopeWay Launches New Treatment Program for Veterans and First Responders

Veterans and first responders are the unsung heroes who put their lives on the line daily. Doctor Justin Johnson with HopeWay stopped by the Rising studio to share details on the launch of their new treatment program.

Pet Of The Week: Meet Leonard!

In this pet of the Week, CMPD Animal Care & Control is featuring Leonard! Leonard is four-years-old, house trained and loves to be around people with his loving attitude!

Animal Care & Control Dog Kennel Renovations - Part Four In Progress And Part 5 Set To Begin

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control (ACC) has been undergoing critically needed renovations on its dog kennels since last September. ACC is happy to report that all the lost dog kennels have completed the renovation process. The goal is to have them completed around April 12th.