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- Hall Pass

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Would You Give Your Spouse A Hall Pass?

According to a new study, people in monogamous relationships view people they would normally find attractive as less good looking. That's because of a defense mechanism created by your brain to protect relationships…

EDGE On The Clock- Wrap With Kim's Butt

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Lincoln County Firefighter Dies During Exercise

LINCOLN COUNTY, NC -- A third firefighter has died in less than two months in Lincoln and Mecklenburg Counties. Investigators say Joshua Warren just finished working a medical emergency call for Alexis Fie…

NC DOT Proposes Direct Access Ramps

CHARLOTTE, NC-- NC DOT wants to know what you think about a proposal for direct access ramps to the toll lanes. The proposed ramps will be from Lakeview Road in North Charlotte and…

Local Gay Bar Holds Vigil For Orlando Victims

CHARLOTTE, NC-- The outpouring of grief and love for the 49 victims of the Orlando Terror Attack continues across the country. Tonight people came together at the L4 Lounge in Plaza Midwood for a candlelight…

Local Firefighter Dies On Duty

Firefighter Joshua Warren worked for the East Lincoln Fire Department, the Alexis Fire Department and the Lucia Riverbend Fire Department.