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Bryan West’s Biography

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Former Reporter 12 News.
Northwestern and Medill Alum.
Phoenix, AZ.
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Bryan West’s Journalist Portfolio

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Minivan rescue

Minivan rescue

An elderly couple in Surprise had to be rescued from a minivan that was stuck in a wash after the torrential …

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Ice Bucket Challenge donations break record for ALS

Ice Bucket Challenge donations break record for ALS

The Ice Bucket Challenge has raised more than $15.6 million nationally -- and donations in Arizona are about …

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Geep born in Scottsdale -- Wait, what's a geep?

Geep born in Scottsdale -- Wait, what's a geep?

A petting zoo in north Scottsdale owns a healthy geep, a rare animal that is half sheep, half goat. Cue the "…

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Take on the Predator Zip Line Tour at Out of Africa

Take on the Predator Zip Line Tour at Out of Africa

There's a new type of beast you'll find at the Out of Africa adventure park - about 90 minutes north of Phoen…

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All Aboard the Desert Belle

All Aboard the Desert Belle

The Desert Belle turned 50 this year. The double-decker boat holds up to 143 passengers and has several tours…

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Horseback Riding at Cave Creek Outfitters

Horseback Riding at Cave Creek Outfitters

Cave Creek Outfitters offer one and two hour tours.

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Brad Paisley, Kimberly Williams-Paisley host School Store in Nashville Original

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By Bryan West Verified
| The Tennessean Verified
July 25, 2026, 4:32 p.m. CT More than 800 children left Nashville's Coleman Park Community Center on July 25 with backpacks, school supplies, shoes and a little extra confidence for the first day of school. Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams-Paisley were on hand for The Store's third annual School Store, a back-to-school event that helps families experiencing food insecurity prepare for the new school year.
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3 country acts tied to Nashville advance on 'America's Got Talent' Original

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By Bryan West Verified
| The Tennessean Verified
July 24, 2026, 5:02 a.m. CT If Simon Cowell hadn't already used his "Golden Buzzer" on parkour performer Rubén Roldán, Pynk Beard would have walked off the "America's Got Talent" stage covered in gold confetti. Instead, the bearded singer-songwriter from Alabama collected four yeses and a standing ovation. He was one of three country acts with ties to Nashville to advance during the July 21 episode, joined by powerhouse vocalist Sarah Hardwig, who is visually impaired, and family trio The Sound.
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Kenny Chesney opens 'Living in Fast Forward' Hall of Fame exhibit

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By Bryan West Verified
| The Tennessean Verified
July 23, 2026, 9:26 a.m. CT Kenny Chesney's new exhibit may be called, "Living in Fast Forward," but it's really a chance for the superstar to hit rewind. Nine months after becoming the 158th member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, Chesney returned to the museum July 22 to celebrate the opening of a new career-spanning display chronicling the East Tennessee native's journey from a college bluegrass band to one of country music's biggest touring stars.
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Have you ever used a typewriter?

Senior year of high school to type my college applications.

Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Gary Vosot.

What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?

#emmasbooty - in reference to our morning show anchor's bag of popcorn. The brand was "Pirate's Booty."