Amanda McKenzie
Amanda is an Emmy-nominated and award-winning journalist. Since 2018, Amanda has loved being part of the FOX 35 'Good Day Orlando' morning news team.
While she was born and raised in the Sunshine State, she has moved to three other states as a broadcast journalist. Most recently, she reported for News 13 in Orlando, investigating community concerns and covering court cases.
Prior to her move back to Central Florida, she reported in Greensboro, North Carolina for Time Warner Cable News, where she was recognized as one of the top reporters in the state by The Associated Press. While in Greensboro, she provided complete and continuous coverage of the John Edwards campaign finance trial from the federal courthouse. And before moving to North Carolina, Amanda worked as a reporter for WAKA-CBS in Montgomery, Alabama, where she covered national stories, such as Alabama's controversial law on illegal immigration, and the devastating tornadoes that ripped through the state, causing severe damage and hundreds of fatalities.
Amanda completed graduate work at the New York Film Academy in Manhattan, where she studied broadcast journalism in a program affiliated with NBC News. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida's College of Journalism and Communications. While in college, Amanda completed internships at NBC's 'Today' show in New York City and WCJB TV20 News in her hometown of Gainesville.
In her free time, Amanda enjoys going for runs, traveling and playing with her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, named Rosy.
The latest from Amanda McKenzie
Behind the scenes of the new Seminole County Sheriff’s office training facility
Seminole County sheriff's deputies have a new facility to make sure they are prepared for any crisis scenario.
SpaceX successfully launches cargo ship to International Space Station after weather delay
A second attempt opens at 12:29 p.m. Thursday from Kennedy Space Center.
Two "little old ladies" begin fundraising to prevent skyrise at Lake Eola Park
The two ladies said once they own the property, they will donate it back to the City of Orlando with deed restrictions so that it can never be developed and only be used as green space.
Mustard Seed helps families on Giving Tuesday
On this Giving Tuesday, Central Florida’s only furniture bank, the Mustard Seed, is helping deserving families get what they need before the holidays.
Benjamin Barksdale Jr. sworn in as new Chief of the Orlando Fire Department
The Change of Command Ceremony will take place on Monday.
Tips for protecting yourself from scams, getting the best deals on Cyber Monday
For example, the Better Business Bureau recommends that you always use a credit card instead of a debit card and be wary of any offers claiming you won a free gift.
Salvation Army in Orlando gives out 20,000 Thanksgiving meals
Volunteers will cook up more than 3,000 pounds of turkey and ham, 5,000 pounds of mashed potatoes, and 3,500 pounds of green beans and sweet potatoes.
'We know there were witnesses': Family of woman killed by stray bullet make desperate plea to find her killer
The woman was killed earlier this year by a stray bullet.
Governor DeSantis pushes e-verify requirement for all Florida employers
The Governor said that he wants to crack down on illegal immigration by requiring all employers in Florida to use the federal e-verify system.
Magic of Lights returns to Daytona International Speedway
Daytona International Speedway is all decorated for the holidays. Magic of Lights, the popular drive-through light show is now open for seasonal visitors.