Garrett Wymer
Garrett Wymer is the executive producer of steaming, and hosts FOX Orlando Live and Florida Live on FOX 35 and in the FOX Local app.
Hometown: Scott Depot, W. Va.
School: University of Kentucky (B.A., Journalism and Political Science)
What is your favorite color? Blue. Basically the only color I ever wear.
Are you a cat or dog person? Do you have any pets? Dog person. My wife, Amy, and I adopted two rescue hounds, Walter and Oliver. I'd take home all of the shelter dogs if I could.
What is your favorite sport to watch? Baseball (all day every day), followed by college basketball and SEC football.
What’s your favorite movie? Movie quote? "The Godfather," "The Empire Strikes Back" and "The Dark Knight" are absolute masterpieces. But "Dodgeball" quotes make up 85% of my vocabulary.
What do you like to do outside of work? I'm a marathoner. If I'm not at work, I'm probably running.
When/how did you know that you wanted to be a journalist? Hanging chads, endless recounts and nonstop news coverage. Watching the 2000 presidential election unfold over 36 days hooked me on journalism and politics when I was just 10 years old.
When it comes to journalism, what should never change? Dedication to truth and holding accountable those in power.
The latest from Garrett Wymer
Florida property tax exemption amendment heads to November election ballot: What to know
The Florida Legislature on Tuesday passed a proposed state constitutional amendment intended to reduce property taxes for thousands of homestead properties across the state. That proposal will be on the November ballot, where 60% of voters will need to approve it in order to add it to the Florida Constitution.
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.