Date of Joining WATE: January 3, 2022 to February 2023
Birthplace/Hometown: Born in Chattanooga, Tenn. and raised in Whitwell, Tenn.
Education:
B.A. in Journalism from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss)
Previous Media Experience:
WJBF-TV, Augusta, Ga. from 2018-2021, Reporter/fill-in anchor
WAAY-TV, Huntsville, Ala. from 2017-2018, Producer
What You Enjoy About Local News:
Every single day we get to create a product for everyone to see. Local news is an industry that’s always changing for the greater good and it’s a privilege to be involved.
Outside Interests/Hobbies:
My family and friends, exploring the South, college football, golf, fishing
Awards and Honors:
Perfect attendance 3rd grade- Chattanooga Christian School
Wes Cooper left WATE-TV 6 in February 2023.
