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
Seminole County to receive $688K to restore Little Wekiva River
It has been two years since neighbors have been able to enjoy canoeing and kayaking at Little Wekiva River, which has become overgrown with invasive plants that are threatening the river's ecosystem.
More people surrendering their pets due to relocation concerns, Florida animal shelters say
At least two animal shelters in Central Florida are reporting an increase in owners surrendering their pets and both are hearing similar reasons – people are moving or relocating.
'You did a really great job': Florida boy honored for calling 911 to help with grandma
An 11-year-old from Casselberry who called 911 to help his grandmother with a medical emergency was honored along with the dispatcher who took the call.
Three Florida police officers honored for saving couple from house fire
Three Oakland police officers have been commended for helping rescue a Florida couple from their burning home in March.
Tama manatee death: Volunteers clean up Blue Springs park after manatee's 'preventable' death
Volunteers were recently at Blue Springs State Park, north of Orlando, helping to clean up debris and trash to help protect the manatees.
FOX 35 Care Force: Man reunited with off-duty firefighter credited with saving his life
The Seminole County Fire Department on Thursday honored an Orange County firefighter for helping to save a life in Winter Springs while off duty.
Couple reported missing in Indiana found with unidentified baby in Volusia County, deputies say
Lincoln Germana, 28, and Amanda Germana, 26, have been arrested.
I-4 Express tolled lanes to open early next year, FDOT says
The I-4 Express lanes are nearing completion. An opening date has not been set yet, but officials said it should be early next year.
OCFR donates fire equipment, vehicle to East River High Fire Academy
Some East River High School students are on their way to becoming firefighters with the help of a generous donation from Orange County Fire Rescue.
New OPD recruits talk challenges with community
The Orlando Police Department currently consists of 878 sworn members and 300 professional staff members.