Watson is Welcomed in Nashville

Amy Watson, a 1989 Murray State University alumnus, has been welcomed with open arms as the newest member of the News Channel 5 news team in Nashville , Tenn. Watson, who received her bachelor’s degree in journalism from MSU, is the former well-loved evening news anchor for WPSD News Channel 6 in Paducah .

“The decision to leave Channel 6 was a difficult one. I loved the people I worked with, but I wanted more time to spend with my family,” Watson said. In addition to anchoring at News Channel 6, Watson produced the TV segment “Connecting With Kids.” Watson and her family moved to Hopkinsville to be closer to her husband Derrick’s work.

In late September, News Channel 5 Nashville made Watson the offer of co-hosting NewsChannel 5 This Morning , one of the highest rated morning shows in America . The offer came as a surprise to Watson, who was not looking for another position. “After much thought, my family and I decided accepting the job was the right move to make. We like the Nashville area, and the offer seemed to come at an opportune time.”

Watson began her work on NewsChannel 5 This Morning Oct. 16, and at this time is still commuting from Hopkinsville . Watson is humbled by her new position, and says her co-workers have made her feel at home. “I still feel I don’t deserve this. I am really a blessed person,” says Watson.

Watson, who was selected as one of Paducah ’s Outstanding Business Women in 1998, continues to keep close ties with MSU, returning each year for homecoming. Her father, Phil Bryan, retired as MSU dean of admissions after 28 years of service. Watson is also a graduate of Calloway County High School .

In addition to her position with News Channel 5, Watson is partnering with Western Baptist Hospital hosting Health Break , airing locally on WPSD. The program features interviews with Western Baptist physicians, and covers the latest in healthcare treatment and technology.