Born in Virginia but raised in Tampa, Florida I am the ultimate “Florida Girl”.  At an early age I knew I wanted to get into the fascinating world of TV. While a “bulldog” at Zephyrhills High School in Pasco County (yes, where the bottled water is made) I anchored the morning announcements and interned at the local NBC affiliate, WFLA.  I later became a proud Seminole of Florida State University (insert tomahawk chop here) and during my senior year worked at the ABC affiliate WTXL, as a production assistant and entertainment/feature reporter. 

Before graduation, I returned to WFLA to complete a second internship. Two weeks later, I was hired by the company as a reporter for their CBS affiliate in Greenville, NC, WNCT.  I packed everything I owned in my SUV (or everything that would fit) and drove to Eastern North Carolina. Before I knew what hit me, I was living in a new state, new city and meeting new people… what an awesome adventure!

Shortly after arriving to WNCT, I was promoted to Morning and Noon anchor. THAT is when I knew I answered my “calling”. During my time in Greenville, I covered everything from hurricanes, presidential visits and the fascinating stories of everyday people. I am most proud of a story I covered about a newly widowed  marine wife and the amazing love she shared with her husband in which the company honored my reporting and storytelling with a respected D. Tennant Bryan Award. 

My adventure in Eastern North Carolina lasted about five and half years and that is where this new one begins!  I should also mention that while in Greenville, I married my High School sweetheart who was born and raised in the Tampa area. To say that Brooks and I are thrilled to be back in our home state of Florida surrounded by gorgeous scenery, outstanding fishing and exciting sports teams would be an understatement.  We think our beagle named Paisley (after country star Brad Paisley) is just as happy being a “Beach Beagle” too!

I am so excited to be part of the Morning Blend. The show is all about enjoying life… tasty restaurants to try, fun places to go and new ideas to consider.  I truly hope you enjoy the show as much as I do!

-Carley Wegner