Stephanie Beecken
Good Morning Tennessee Reporter
Date of Joining WATE:
October 2011 
Birthplace/Hometown:
Born in Stuart, FL raised in Chattanooga,TN Education:
B.S. Electronic Media Communication -Middle Tennessee State University
Previous Media Experience:
- WCJB in Gainesville, Florida, working in the newsroom as a fill in reporter and in production
- 2007 to February 2009 reporter and fill in
anchor at WWAY in Wilmington, North Carolina - 2009 to October 2011 WAAY 31 TV in Huntsville, Alabama as a reporter/anchor/producer
Outside Interests/Hobbies:
When I have a long weekend off you can bet I'm in Chattanooga at my family's home horseback riding, in Nashville visiting friends or at a beach somewhere. In my free time, you can find me working out or hiking.
What You Enjoy About Local News:
I entered the journalism field in hopes of making a difference in people's lives. I have a passion for sharing the stories of people in the community, helping them voice their concerns, exposing problems or issues in the area and finding resolutions. I also enjoy meeting new people in the community on a daily basis.
Media Awards and Honors:
- 2008 Associated Press Best Health Report
- 2008 RTNDAC Best Education Report
- 2008 RTNDAC Health Report Silver Award
- 2008 NCARCA State Media Award Winner
- 2007 Associated Press Best Health Report
