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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Motorcyclist Killed In Crash In Catawba County

Hickory Police have identified a man killed in a motorcycle crash Thursday.  Kevin Wayne Letterman, 51, of Newton, died after colliding with a 2008 Nissan at the intersection of US Hwy 70 SE and 21st Street Drive SE.

September 22nd Marks The First Day Of Fall

The autumnal equinox has officially commenced! In simpler terms it’s fall! As the sun makes its way across the celestial equator southbound the days get shorter and the foliage changes making for a beautiful site on every corner of the Queen City.

Celtics Suspend Coach Ime Udoka for 2022-23 Season

The Boston Celtics have suspended Ime Udoka for a full year, banning the coach who led them to the NBA Finals last spring for the entire 2022-23 season over what two people with knowledge of the matter said was an improper relationship with a member of the organization.

"WOW: Women of Wrestling", Packs No Punches

The CW premiere of "WOW: Women of Wrestling" hit the screen last weekend, and stars of the show Foxxy Fierce and Kandi Krush join WCCB Charlotte's Joe Duncan to give us a taste of what to expect for the series!