Garrett Wymer
Garrett Wymer joined the FOX 35 News team in April 2024 as a digital journalist and reporter. He anchors livestreaming news content and breaking news coverage on the FOX Local app.
He came to Central Florida after nearly a decade in Central Kentucky. During his time at WKYT-TV in Lexington, Garrett worked in numerous roles, including as a multimedia journalist, news anchor and investigative reporter.
In 2022, he won a National Edward R. Murrow Award for a year-long reporting effort focused on health disparities in Appalachia.
Garrett graduated from the University of Kentucky, where he double majored in journalism and political science. He began his career as a multimedia journalist at WHSV-TV in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
Garrett lives with his wife, Amy, and their two dogs, Walter and Oliver. He loves baseball, running, crossword puzzles, and the Florida sunshine.
The latest from Garrett Wymer
Jennifer Kesse: Orlando woman missing for 20 years; FOX 35 explores cold case
Jennifer Kesse, 24, disappeared from her Orlando condo on Jan. 24, 2006 -- and has never been seen or found. The case went cold, then reopened. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer talked with Kesse's parents, former Orlando police chief Orlando Rolon, and Anchor Amy Kaufeldt about what we know -- and don't know -- 20 years later.
Live updates: 'No Kings' protests in Orlando, Central Florida
Thousands of people gathered Saturday morning at various “No Kings" protests in downtown Orlando, throughout Central Florida, and across the nation. Watch live coverage in the player above.
Brevard County rallies around officer caught in house fire
Community members are showing support for a Melbourne police officer badly burned last week as he rescued his dog from a house fire.
Gift card and package delivery scams ramp up this holiday season: The signs to watch for
It is not just the Grinch trying to steal Christmas: Scam activity is increasing as time runs out to finish your holiday shopping.
Sarah Boone trial: Jury begins deliberations; here's what they can decide
The fate of Sarah Boone is in the hands of the jury.
Is ICON Park open after Hurricane Milton hits Florida?
A restaurant and a bar at ICON Park are back open Thursday evening, while others are still waiting to resume operations in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.
Cell service providers acknowledge issues in aftermath of Hurricane Milton
Cell phone users across Florida have complained of network slowdowns or outages in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.
Is Gatorland open after Hurricane Milton hits Florida?
All animals at Gatorland are safe after Hurricane Milton swept through central Florida, according to a news release from the park.
Is Universal Orlando open after Hurricane Milton hits Florida?
Universal Orlando Resort plans to reopen as normal on Friday, the park said Thursday afternoon.
Is Walt Disney World open after Hurricane Milton hits Florida?
Is Walt Disney World open after Hurricane Milton hits Florida? Here is the latest.