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Meet the 6 News Team

Stephanie Beecken

Good Morning Tennessee Reporter
Date of Joining WATE: 
October 2011
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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

Meet the Other Members of the 6 News Team

Josh Ault
Don Dare
Prentice Elliott
Kristin Farley
Drew Gardner
Hayley Harmon
Matt Hinkin
Julya Johnson
Mike Krafcik
Jessa Lewis
Samantha Manning
Jill McNeal
Mona Nair
Gene Patterson
Tearsa Smith
Fallon Smith
Lori Tucker
Ken Weathers
Bo Williams
Jim Wogan
Alexis Zotos

Recent Tweets

  • StephBeecken RT @6News: Are you worried about a loved one in Oklahoma? Check on their status here: t.co/2bzNmFEFLF #PrayForOklahoma  5 hours 58 min ago
  • StephBeecken RT @6News: The TBI talked with @StephBeecken about their crack-down on children being advertised for sex online. The story at 11 t.c…  6 hours 1 min ago
  • StephBeecken t.co/v5uO9m7dGW  9 hours 41 min ago
  • StephBeecken The latest on what officials say appears to be a murder suicide in a Blount Co. home - at 5 on 6 News.  11 hours 38 min ago
  • StephBeecken Tonight at 5-a blount co couple is found dead in their home. Neighbors & friends share their experiences with the couple.  14 hours 7 min ago

Latest News

  • Sevierville takes steps to increase amusement tax
  • How you can help the Oklahoma tornado victims through Red Cross
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  • Camp Creek tornado survivors reflect on their road to recovery
  • Minors sold for sex on website frequented by prostitutes
  • Crossville neighborhood demanding rat infested home be demolished
  • Huge tornado hits Oklahoma City suburb, kills 51
  • Pediatrician says DCS challenges medical opinions
  • Ownby censure placed on May 28 meeting agenda
  • Gov. Haslam signs legislation to reduce food tax

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