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Meet the 6 News Team

Julya Johnson

Meteorologist, Good Morning Tennessee
Date of Joining WATE: 
December 2010
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Birthplace/Hometown: 
Oliver Springs
Education: 
  • Bachelor of Science in Geosciences, Major Broadcast Meteorology, Mississippi State University
  • Bachelor of Science in Communications, Major Broadcasting, Minor Geography, University of Tennessee
    • Previous Media Experience: 
  • WBIR-TV 10, Knoxville, TN - Weekend Meteorologist / Reporter
  • BBB Communications, Oak Ridge, TN - Morning Anchor/Reporter
  • WATE-TV 6, Knoxville, TN - Weather Intern
    • Personal Information: 

    I'm married to my high school sweetheart. We have two beautiful children, a boy and a girl.

    Outside Interests/Hobbies: 

    Spending time with my family, getting outdoors as much as possible, volunteering for various organizations throughout the year, and loving life!

    What You Enjoy About Local News: 

    As a meteorologist, doing local news is the best place to be. Weather touches every part of our lives, from farming to football to everyday dress. In East Tennessee, the weather on the plateau can be very different than the weather in the southern valley. Local news gives me a chance to challenge myself, and to bring you the most up to date forecast for your backyard.