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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Atrium Health Declares Respiratory Virus Season, Visitor Restrictions

Due to the increase in respiratory viruses, Atrium Health will implement temporary visitor restrictions for children age 12 and younger, starting at 7 a.m., Thursday, December 7.

Three North Carolina Marines Were Found Dead In A Car With Unconnected Exhaust Pipes

Autopsy reports on the carbon monoxide deaths of three North Carolina-based Marines in the summer say they were found at a gas station in a car with unconnected and rusted exhaust pipes.

Norman Lear, Producer Of TV's 'All In The Family' and Influential Liberal Advocate, Has Died At 101

Norman Lear, the writer, director and producer who revolutionized prime time television with "All in the Family," “The Jeffersons” and “Maude,” propelling political and social turmoil into the once-insulated world of TV sitcoms, has died. He was 101.

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Justice Department Russia Ukraine War Crimes

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Attorney General Merrick Garland says in announcing a war crimes case against four Russians accused of torturing an American during the invasion of Ukraine that U.S. authorities “will never stop working to bring those responsible to justice.”

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Fashion Stylist, Felicia Bittle shares some holiday fashion ideas.

The Gray Holiday Party: A Party With A Purpose

The Gray Holiday Party: Party With A Purpose

The Gray Holiday Party benefits local Charlotte organizations.

Pet Of The Week: Meet Brutus!

This week's Queen City Animal Hospital Pet of the Week is Brutus! Brutus is available to adopt at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control. He is two years old, has a wonderful personality and loves to just hang out. Brutus has been at the shelter since the end of October and is ready to be adopted today!