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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Waitress Tries To Stop Dine And Dashers

Waitress Tries to Stop Dine-and-Dashers

Police in Ohio say a dangerous chase ensued over the weekend after a group of teenagers ran out on a bill at a local restaurant. A restaurant employee risked her life trying to stop the suspects, and her death-defying effort was caught on camera.

Vet Takes Down Club Q Gunman

Colorado Gay Club Shooting Suspect To Be At Court Hearing

The alleged shooter facing possible hate crime charges in the fatal shooting of five people at a Colorado Springs gay nightclub is scheduled to make their first court appearance Wednesday from jail after being released from the hospital a day earlier.

Va Walmart Mass Shooting

Walmart Employee Opened Fire In Break Room, 6 Dead

A witness says a Walmart manager opened fire on fellow employees gathered in the break room of a Virginia store. Six people died in the country's second high-profile mass shooting in a handful of days. Police said the gunman was dead when they found him. He apparently killed himself. There was no clear motive for the shooting.

Auger & Auger's Doghouse: Meet Sage

Auger & Auger's Doghouse: Meet Sage!

In this week's Auger & Auger's Doghouse, CMPD Animal Care & Control is featuring Sage. Sage is sweet, loyal, and smart. She is housetrained and loves car rides.

Moira Quinn Talks Thanksgiving Eve Parade And Other Events Happening Around Town This Weekend

Moira Quinn Talks With Rising About Events Thanksgiving Weekend

Charlotte Center City Partner's Moira Quinn talks to WCCB Rising about the Thanksgiving parade as well as shop small Saturdays, and a look at the 10-year anniversary celebration of the Mint Museum. [field59_video account="WCCB" key="7764e9e809b92ca35c86b84a29de5a3d3d6447ba" vtitle="Moira Quinn Talks Thanksgiving Eve…