Micah Wilson - JM Class of 2017
JOHNSON, Arkansas — Micah Wilson joined the 5NEWS team as a multi-skilled journalist in March 2021.
He has a passion for telling stories to inform, connect, and amplify voices of the community.
Micah is from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He is proud to come to us from his neighborhood Chisholm Creek (aka the Creek) in OKC. He grew up with his dad, mom, two sisters and brother. Who all share the initials M.R.W.
He joins 5NEWS from UCentral News, the student-run TV station at the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO.) There, he worked as an anchor, reporter, and weather anchor. While attending UCO, Micah became involved in several student organizations. Such as a senator for the student government, director of curriculum for the leadership academy, a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., president for the university’s chapter of the NAACP, and the founding president of the university’s Association of Black Journalists; which he is now an advisor for.
He loves to try new food places around town and listen to music (especially hip-hop.) Micah loves getting involved in the community. He hopes to continue to explore and volunteer in NWA/River Valley. If you have volunteer opportunities, story ideas, music playlists, or are looking for a daily laugh.
Story from 5NEWS Johnson Arkansas