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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EDGE On Demand- Disappointment From Donald?

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Did Donald Disappoint?

Donald Trump talks about his border wall...kind of...during a surprise, last-minute trip to Mexico. Did Donald disappoint ?

EDGE On The Clock- Snapchat Exploding In Popularity

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SBI Investigates Claims On Lowell Officer

Allegations that a Lowell police officer got a 14-year-old pregnant are spreading fast across the small town. The State Bureau of Investigation is looking into the claims of inappropriate behavior.

Bus Drivers Needed for CMS

CHARLOTTE, NC -- Transportation issues continue to cause major headaches for CMS at the mid-point of the first week of school. The district is dealing with a serious shortage of bus drivers, leading to…

Supreme Court Will Not Reinstate NC Voter ID Law

CHARLOTTE, NC-- A divided supreme court refuses to reinstate North Carolina's controversial voter ID law. The denied request by Governor Pat McCrory means that voters won't have to show a photo ID when…