Resurfacing Across the Street

Back in October, FTVLive FIRST told you that WSAZ (Charleston, WV) Anchor Amanda Barren was gone from the station.

As we reported, “insiders say they believe that she was let go after not receiving the COVID vaccine, which is a condition of employment for those working a Gray, who owns WSAZ.”

Well, Barren has landed a new job and she doesn’t have to call the movers.

Barren has been hired by Nexstar’s WOWK and will anchor the 6 PM and 7 PM newscasts M-F.

“I am honored to join a team that cares so much about the people and the issues in our communities,” Barren said. “I’m excited to hit the ground running and am grateful for the opportunity to do what I love in a place I care about deeply.”

Nexstar does not require staff to have the COVID vaccine.