Lena Pringle

Lena Pringle co-anchors Daybreak on weekdays.

Lena is an award-winning journalist previously working in Jacksonville, Fla; Columbia, S.C.; and Washington D.C. She is a South Carolina native, born and raised in Lancaster, S.C. and Columbia, S.C.

Lena graduated from Furman University with Bachelors of Arts degrees in Communication Studies and Spanish. She also has a Masters of Science in Broadcast and Digital Journalism from Syracuse University.

Lena is a devoted member of the National Association of Black Journalists. She serves as a mentor to young journalists. Lena is a self-proclaimed foodie, enjoys all things fitness, fashion enthusiast, appreciates great music, and is a lover of the great outdoors and sports! She’s also a travel fanatic, having visited seven countries and 22 states, she is always looking for a new adventure. Lena is a dog mom to her fur daughter Lennox, a mini dachshund.

Lena looks forward to bringing southern charm and a lot of energy to the crossroads of America. She is excited to stay anchored in the community, reach out to keep her updated on what’s happening in your neighborhood!

Email Lena at lena.pringle@wishtv.com.