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

During The Pandemic, Charlotte Birth Rate On The Rise As Births Nationwide Decline

The pandemic baby boom may be a bust in cities across the country, but in the Charlotte area, hospitals are preparing for an increase.

Local Hospitals Prepare for First COVID Vaccine Arrival

As North Carolina sees record daily COVID cases and hospitalizations, we're learning which hospitals across the state will receive the vaccine first. 11 in North Carolina will get an advance shipment.

NCDHHS: These 11 North Carolina Health Care Providers Will Be First To Receive COVID-19 Vaccine

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services released a list of 11 health care providers in the state, including two in the Charlotte-area, that will receive the first shipments of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Police Release Name Of Suspect And Officer Involved In Southwest Charlotte Officer-Involved Shooting

Detectives with the State Bureau of Investigation say they are investigating a southwest Charlotte shooting involving an officer.

Eight Panthers Placed On Reserve/COVID-19 List Ahead Of Broncos Game

As the Carolina Panthers enter Week 14 of the NFL season and return from a bye week, they find themselves facing COVID-19 issues as eight players are placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, officials announced Monday.

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North Carolina Gets $14M From Record Telemarketing Penalty

North Carolina’s public schools will receive $14 million for the state’s share of a record settlement with a satellite television company that federal courts have determined participated in unlawful telemarketing activities.

High Pressure Dominate The Remainder Of The Week

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Ridge of high pressure builds in for the remainder of the week.

SC Teachers Want Virtual School Again After COVID-19 Spike

With new COVID-19 cases reaching record levels in South Carolina, a teachers group is asking districts to go back to all-virtual teaching until this second spike in the virus can be flattened.

Amid Pandemic, Grants Keep Army Veteran's Business Afloat

Nicole Walcott’s lip started to quiver as she turned her misty gaze away from a reporter’s question. “I don’t want to cry on camera,” the 33-year-old said when asked why she’s fought tooth and nail to keep her small business open amid a pandemic that’s crushing countless others.