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Meet the 6 News Team

Josh Ault

Reporter/Videojournalist
Date of Joining WATE: 
October 2009
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Birthplace/Hometown: 
I was born in Henderson, Texas, but I've also lived in Ohio, North Carolina, New Jersey, Florida, Alabama, Louisiana, and now Tennessee.
Education: 

Bachelor of Arts in broadcast journalism, with a minor in art, from Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

Previous Media Experience: 
  • WAFF-TV in Huntsville, AL, KTRE-TV in Lufkin, TX
  • KPLC-TV in Lake Charles, LA.
Personal Information: 

Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America

Outside Interests/Hobbies: 

In my spare time, I enjoy playing tennis, working out and traveling. My favorite movie is "Awakenings" with Robert De Niro and Robin Williams, and my favorite book is To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. I'm an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and served a 2-year mission for my church in New Jersey.

What You Enjoy About Local News: 

I love seeing a smile on someone’s face when you make a difference in their life. We have the opportunity to tell viewers' stories, and help them over come challenges they face. It’s great to be part of the community in that way.

Media Awards and Honors: 

Victor Irving Best Staff Photography: WAFF 48 - Associated Press - Alabama

Meet the Other Members of the 6 News Team

Stephanie Beecken
Don Dare
Prentice Elliott
Kristin Farley
Drew Gardner
Hayley Harmon
Matt Hinkin
Julya Johnson
Mike Krafcik
Jessa Lewis
Samantha Manning
Jill McNeal
Mona Nair
Gene Patterson
Tearsa Smith
Fallon Smith
Lori Tucker
Ken Weathers
Bo Williams
Jim Wogan
Alexis Zotos

Recent Tweets

  • joshuaault The Ocoee River has just been named the most visited whitewater river in the U.S. according to a new study by UT. The story on 6 News@5:30.  3 hours 4 min ago
  • joshuaault A press conference on the Bean Station pharmacy robbery is about to start at 6 p.m. - We will carry it live on 6 News at 6.  1 day 1 hour ago
  • joshuaault Memorial Day kicks off boating season for the year . . . what do you need to remember to be safe. The story TONIGHT on 6 News at 5:30.  1 day 4 hours ago
  • joshuaault Several people have been shot at a robbery at Down Home Pharmacy in Bean Station . . . more details on 6 News at 5. t.co/EjxY0GNjzA  1 day 4 hours ago
  • joshuaault East TN organizations are helping the tornado victims in OK - the story on 6 News at 6. t.co/WQxZtjLClV  3 days 4 hours ago

Latest News

  • Volunteers collecting donations for Okla. tornado victims in Blount County
  • Four injured in crash after driver falls asleep at the wheel
  • Woman charged in wrong-way wreck that killed man
  • Indictment details investment scheme that cost investors $18M
  • 4 indicted in investment scheme that cost investors $18M
  • Court rules against man who lost handgun permit
  • Pipeline work can continue at state natural area
  • HUD, IRS offices closed Friday because of sequester
  • Three middle schoolers vandalize Roane County elementary school
  • Ex-cop charged in Bean Station incident that killed two and injured two others

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