Tanya Mendis Biography | Tanya Mendis Wiki
Tanya Mendis is a reporter and anchor at WCNC-TV in Charlotte, North Carolina specializing in general assignment reporting.
She is an award-winning journalist who joined the WCNC team in February of 2016 as a weekend anchor and lead reporter. Tanya came to Charlotte from Phoenix, Arizona, where she was an anchor and reporter at KTVK-TV/KPHO-TV.
Mendis’ career in TV news began in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where she quickly worked her way up from a small bureau in Dalton, Georgia to one of the lead reporters and anchors at her station.
From there, she moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico where she anchored weekend mornings. Tanya received her master’s degree from Northwestern University and her bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia. She was born and raised in the Boston area and will quickly let you know she is a diehard fan of her hometown Patriots, Celtics, and Red Sox.
Tanya Mendis Age
Tanya Mendis is an award-winning journalist who joined the WCNC team in February of 2016 as a weekend anchor and lead reporter. She was born in the Boston area, her date of birth is under review and will be updated soon.
Tanya Mendis Family
Tanya received her master’s degree from Northwestern University and her bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia. She was born and raised in the Boston area and she is a diehard fan of her hometown Patriots, Celtics and Red Sox. Her mother, father brothers and sisters details are under review and will be updated soon
Tanya Mendis Husband | Tanya Mendis Children
Tanya is a married woman. She spent her summers in North Carolina with her extended family and proudly calls the Tar Heel State her second home. She and her husband have two daughters, where the firstborn is named Autumn. They live in Tega Cay and their second daughter was born in early 2018.
Tanya Mendis Net Worth
Tanya is a reporter and anchor at WCNC-TV in Charlotte, North Carolina specializing in general assignment reporting.
Her estimated Net Worth as of 2019 is under review and will be updated soon. She also an award-winning journalist who joined the WCNC team in February of 2016 as a weekend anchor and lead reporter.
Tanya Mendis Articles
RPM Towing and Recovery under fire after argument caught on video
wcnc.com — PRODUCERS-PICKS Experts say: If this happens to you, the best thing you can do is get video and call the police. GASTONIA, N.C. — “What are you guys doing?” An SUV parked legally in its designated spot at a Gastonia apartment complex.
So how did it wind up hoisted up on a tow truck? “I’ve lived in this complex for four years, why is this happening now?” asked Anthony Spano, the vehicle’s owner, as he wants toe to toe in a recorded video.8 DAYS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
RPM Towing and Recovery under fire after argument caught on video
wfmynews2.com — 2-WANTS-TO-KNOW Experts say: If this happens to you, the best thing you can do is get video and call the police. GASTONIA, N.C. — “What are you guys doing?” An SUV parked legally in its designated spot at a Gastonia apartment complex.
So how did it wind up hoisted up on a tow truck? “I’ve lived in this complex for four years, why is this happening now?” asked Anthony Spano, the vehicle’s owner, as he wants toe to toe in a recorded video.8 DAYS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Children left in the car while women concealed items at mall, police say
wcnc.com — INVESTIGATIONS One of the toddlers, a two-year-old, somehow got out of the car, and a good Samaritan found him. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Two women left two toddlers in a car Tuesday afternoon then went into the Northlake Mall, where they were caught concealing merchandise, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. One of the toddlers, a two-year-old, somehow got out of the car.9 DAYS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
South Carolina dad makes Alford plea in beating death of a son
wcnc.com — CRIME Bruce Williams pleaded guilty to homicide by child abuse. A judge sentenced him to 23 years behind bars. ROCK HILL, S.C. — A York County father made an Alford plea in court Tuesday in connection with the beating death of his 2-year-old son. Bruce Williams was accused of killing Miguel in front of his other children back in April of last year.
He pleaded guilty to homicide by child abuse. A judge sentenced him to 23 years behind bars.23 DAYS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Movie theater fight caught on camera in Rock Hill
wcnc.com — ROCK-HILL “Some were filming with their cell phones, encouraging the fight, cheering and yelling.” ROCK HILL, S.C. — A night out at the movies took a scary turn in Rock Hill after a fight broke out at Manchester Village.
Part of the brawl was caught on camera. In the video, dozens of people were involved. NBC Charlotte learned at least two teenagers were arrested. Does the police report read like a good manuscript.25 DAYS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Movie theater fight caught on camera in Rock Hill
wltx.com — NEWS “Some were filming with their cell phones, encouraging the fight, cheering and yelling.” ROCK HILL, S.C. — A night out at the movies took a scary turn in Rock Hill after a fight broke out at Manchester Village.
Part of the brawl was caught on camera. In the video, dozens of people were involved. NBC Charlotte learned at least two teenagers were arrested. Does the police report read like a good manuscript.25 DAYS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Foster Mom Charged In Hot Car Death
myhighplains.com — Dawn Aberson-Vanden Broecke charged with involuntary manslaughter after leaving 1-year-old in car for several hours, leading to the child’s death.29 DAYS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Fort Mill Schools expects record enrollment as the population grows
wcnc.com — EDUCATION “We were a one high school town and now we are a three high school town,” Catawba Ridge principal Dee Christopher said. FORT MILL, S.C. — The first week of school over, and the Fort Mill School District is on track to have another record-breaking year of enrollment. ABOUT A MONTH AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
How are Fort Mill Schools preparing for lightning strikes?
wcnc.com — LOCAL With more storms in the forecast this week, NBC Charlotte looked into what school officials are doing to keep kids safe at their next outdoor event.
FORT MILL, S.C. — Teams across the Charlotte area braced for Monday night football after severe weather canceled games on Friday. Heavy rain, strong winds, and lightning rolled into the area right before the games were set to start. ABOUT A MONTH AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
‘We’re going to have to be strong together’ | Community remembers Union County 15-year-old killed
wcnc.com — COMMUNITY On Friday, the school plans to hold a moment of silence for Zaria Burgess before the football game. The 15-year-old was found dead Sunday morning. MONROE, N.C. — The beat stopped for the Monroe High Marching Band as they mourned the loss of one of their friends and bandmates killed over the weekend.
“There’s strength in numbers and we’re going to have to be strong together,” band director Alan Sturdivant said. ABOUT A MONTH AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
CMS increasing surveillance, giving all staff members ‘panic cards’ for new school year
wfmynews2.com — EDUCATION Among the enhancements will be a new crisis-alert system that gives all staff members a panic card with a tracking device to guide authorities to any emergency. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Campuses in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district will see changes for students and staff as part of the new CMS safety plan that was announced Wednesday.2 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
NC Attorney General Calls For Gun Law Changes Following Mass Shootings In Texas, Ohio
wfmynews2.com — LOCAL “Enough is well past enough. It’s time for action,” said North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Across the Carolinas, people on both sides of the gun debate are reacting to the president’s speech following two mass shootings over the weekend that left 31 people dead.
El Paso, Texas. Dayton, Ohio. Two cities were torn apart, and the call for action was immediate. President Trump addressed the nation Monday morning.2 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
North Carolina attorney general calls for gun law changes following mass shootings in Texas, Ohio
wcnc.com — NATION-WORLD “Enough is well past enough. It’s time for action,” said Josh Stein. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Across the Carolinas, people on both sides of the gun debate are reacting to the president’s speech following two mass shootings over the weekend that left 31 people dead.
El Paso, Texas. Dayton, Ohio. Two cities were torn apart, and the call for action was immediate. President Trump addressed the nation Monday morning.2 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Child found hurt in Charlotte hotel room had extensive injuries
wcnc.com — LOCAL Grandfather who previously failed to gain custody of grandson blames the system, mourns the death of 20-month-old Jaheim. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A mother and boyfriend have been charged in the death of a 20-month-old.
The baby was found at the Best Western on Woodlawn Road in Charlotte on Tuesday. The baby’s face was bruised, and there was blood in the bed, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.2 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Dirt bike riders terrorize Charlotte drivers
wcnc.com — LOCAL In the latest video, CMPD said the bikers are breaking too many traffic laws to count. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — They look like stunt doubles out of the movies, but the only problem is these guys aren’t in Hollywood — they’re in uptown Charlotte.
Video posted online shows people on dirtbikes racing by, followed by people on bicycles doing stunts and weaving in and out of traffic.2 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
South Carolina school district increasing event security
wcnc.com — EDUCATION Recently, leaders in a South Carolina school district started looking at ways they can increase safety measures at school-sponsored events. CLOVER, S.C. — As we’re learning more information about a deadly shooting at a California garlic festival, the shooting has once again put gun safety, and in turn school safety, at the top of everyone’s minds. This comes as parents, students, and teachers get ready to start a new school year.2 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Confederate controversy: Rallies take place over Confederate flag in SC
wcnc.com — REGIONAL Protesters have clashed on the anniversary of the day the Confederate flag stopped flying at the SC State House every year since it was taken down.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Four years ago on July 10, the Confederate flag stopped flying at the South Carolina State House. Ever since then, protesters have clashed on the anniversary of that day. One person told NBC Charlotte he’d seen bloody faces, even. This year, things were different — quiet.3 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
The governor on Mountain Island Lake flooding:
wcnc.com — NEWS North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper toured flood damage a month after historical flooding. A month after historic flooding along the Catawba River damaged homes and caused evacuations, North Carolina Roy Cooper met with residents directly effected in Mountain Island Lake.
River waters pushed beyond their banks and up seven feet on some homes during the early June event.3 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Confederate flag battle brewing in South Carolina
wcnc.com — REGIONAL Wednesday will mark four years since the Confederate flag was removed from the grounds of South Carolina’s statehouse. SOUTH CAROLINA, USA — July 10, 2015, brought the end of an era in South Carolina, as the Confederate flag was brought down from the South Carolina State House.3 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Police searching for alleged serial peeper in Huntersville
wfmynews2.com — INVESTIGATIONS Police say there were 15 victims, and they’re trying to catch him before there are more. HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — Huntersville Police are searching for a man they say has been peeping in a Huntersville Target.
Police say there were 15 victims, and they’re trying to catch him before there are more. Police are searching for Oscar Nolasco Hernandez.3 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Huntersville Police say alleged serial peeper believed to be in Mexico
wcnc.com — INVESTIGATIONS Police say there were 15 victims, and they’re trying to catch him before there are more. HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — Huntersville Police are searching for a man they say has been peeping in a Huntersville Target.
Police say there were 15 victims, and they’re trying to catch him before there are more. Police are searching for Oscar Nolasco Hernandez.3 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
‘Everything happens for a reason’ | Mom turns bullying experience into children’s book
wltx.com — LIFE Shirell Bates was 34 weeks pregnant with twins when she was accused of shoplifting. The police officer implied her belly was actually stolen merchandise.
A Charlotte-area mom has turned her pain from bullying into a lesson for others. Shirell Bates was 34 weeks pregnant with twins when she was accused of shoplifting. The police officer implied her belly was actually stolen merchandise.3 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
‘Everything happens for a reason’ | Mom turns bullying experience into children’s book
wcnc.com — LIFE Shirell Bates was 34 weeks pregnant with twins when she was accused of shoplifting. The police officer implied her belly was actually stolen merchandise.
A Charlotte-area mom has turned her pain from bullying into a lesson for others. Shirell Bates was 34 weeks pregnant with twins when she was accused of shoplifting. The police officer implied her belly was actually stolen merchandise.3 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Tensions rise over a controversial bill that would require sheriffs work with ICE
wcnc.com — POLITICS Sponsors say the proposal is designed to protect public safety. Critics say it will tear families apart. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Monday night, North Carolina senators are debating a bill that would require sheriffs to work with the U.S.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The opposition is mounting against that legislation, saying it attacks sheriffs and the people they are sworn to protect.3 MONTHS AGO Open in Who Shared Wrong byline?
Atrium Health expands ‘Kids Eat Free’ program
wcnc.com — HEALTH When school lets out, food pantries see a 20% increase in families who need help because their kids depend on free and reduced lunches.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Not every kid dances for joy on the last day of school. “For a lot of kids in our area, it’s not such a happy time.” Thousands of people living in Mecklenburg County are food insecure — which means they do not have reliable access to affordable, nutritious food.
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Beth Troutman leaving WCNC says mother’s death has refocused her life
Beth Troutman will leave WCNC (Channel 36) only 16 months after she returned to Charlotte to the anchor desk, the NBC affiliate said Monday.
Troutman, 40, said she would leave the station on Jan. 31 to engage in a series of volunteer initiatives, beginning with an eight-day mission to an orphanage in rural Haiti.
Troutman said the decision to leave a two-decade career in television came after an emotionally tumultuous year following the loss of her mother, Nancy Troutman, 68, of Concord, to ovarian cancer in February 2016.
“I was 24-7 caretaker for the last weeks of her life,” Troutman said, “and was holding her hand when she passed away. It had a profound effect on me and made me change in a lot of ways. It made me realize how finite life is and to find ways to fill my heart back up. I felt like all the love was sucked out of the world.”
Troutman said in 2015 when she joined WCNC from a job in Arizona that one attraction of the position was that she would have the opportunity to spend quality time with her mother, who was then entering the last stage of her five-year struggle against cancer.
WCNC has been supportive both of her need to spend time with her mother and with the unexpected life change she is now experiencing, Troutman said.
Troutman was teamed with Fred Shropshire on the key evening newscasts, which saw rating growth during their partnership. WCNC aggressively promoted the pair with commercials and ads on the sides of buses and LYNX light rail cars.
News ratings at the station, purchased in December 2013 by the industry giant Tegna, have been steadily rising in the last year. On the two key newscasts where Troutman and Shropshire are teamed, the total audience was up 8 percent at 6 p.m. and 75 percent at 11 p.m. year-to-year in November ratings, according to Nielsen.
In the important 25-54 age demographic, which advertising sales are based on, WCNC remained third at 11 p.m. but saw a 93 percent increase at that hour in the November ratings versus a 21 percent decrease for No. 1 WSOC (Channel 9) and a 10 percent decrease for No. 2 WBTV (Channel 3). Among women in the 25-54 demographics at 11 p.m., WCNC was up 78 percent year-to-year, according to Nielsen.
Haiti Trip
Troutman said she will be volunteering through the Charlotte-based Give Hope Global at an orphanage in Cambry, Haiti, about a five-hour bus ride from the capital at Port-au-Prince.
“It was something I felt called to do and I put a lot of thought and prayer into it,” Troutman said. “It’s the first step in my journey as I try to focus on love and empathy and kindness.”
After that trip, she has other volunteer missions in mind over the coming months. “I promised God I would do a lot of listening,” she said. “It’s what I feel like I’m being pulled toward and what the world is trying to teach me.”
Concord Native
Troutman, a Concord native, was prominent in the region long before taking the WCNC job.
Raised in the family that owns Troutman’s Barbecue, Troutman was an honors student and ran track at Concord High School and was named Miss Cabarrus County 1997.
After graduating from UNC-Chapel Hill with degrees in political science and women’s studies, she went to Hollywood and landed a behind-the-scenes job on the acclaimed NBC series “West Wing.”
In 2004, she came home to North Carolina and ran unsuccessfully as a Democrat for Congress against Republican Rep. Robin Hayes. “West Wing” star Martin Sheen came to Kannapolis to campaign for her.
She was on the WCCB (Channel 18) morning show, “News Rising,” for nearly four years.
Troutman later went on to a syndicated show based in Phoenix called “Right This Minute,” which was based on interesting viral videos found on the Web, and made appearances on NBC’s “Today Show” as a social media expert.