Payton Walker
Tennessee Valley Living Host
Payton Walker serves as the anchor/host of WAFF 48’s lifestyle show, Tennessee Valley Living, airing weekdays at 11:00 a.m.
As part of this program, Payton has the pleasure of interviewing guests known throughout the region and nation, including political leaders, healthcare professionals, fitness and beauty experts, artists, actors, community and civic leaders, professional athletes and business leaders. Her favorite part of the job is getting to see first-hand how people are truly unique and wonderful.
Prior to serving as TVL host, Payton was a weekend anchor and weekday reporter at WAFF. She regularly covered breaking news on events ranging from crime to politics to business to social issues to education.
On a more personal note, Payton grew up in the Tar Heel state in Charlotte, NC and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a major in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in French from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her time as a lead anchor for the university’s news station earned her top scholarships as well as the Outstanding Graduating Senior award in a class of nearly 400 students in the UNC-CH School of Media and Journalism. She also served as the school’s football and basketball TV reporter, which if you know anything about Carolina basketball… you know how exciting that job was.
Outside of the station, Payton has played piano for nearly 20 years, loves being a part of her church, speaks French, enjoys cooking new recipes and still believes in handwritten letters.
Mr. Electric shares the importance of getting a home generator as we head into the winter
Shoe Fly has all the sweaters you'll need for this cold weather
Huntsville Music Month kicks off on September 1
Now that you’ve decided you’re not showing up empty-handed to the party, you’re ready to check out all the latest gifts from South and Pine!
"But I’ve never even been to church...” You’re still welcome.
Golden Griffin is showing us how to deck the halls in a way that is fa-la-la-fabulous!
Shhh… be very quiet. There is a crocodile (wrangler) in its natural habitat!
Leanne shares everything from being a housewife, sharing Jell-O recipes to having a new grandbaby.
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Looking for a SWEET last-minute gift this Christmas season?
An Alabama family is preparing for a tough road ahead as their two-year-old son, Sawyer Macon, prepares to have a kidney transplant.
He's one of the biggest names in country music today. Thomas Rhett talked new music, being a girl dad and getting outdoors with TVL's Payton Walker. Check out the story and watch the full interview here.
How one senior center is helping those with Parkinson's fight back
If you’re looking for a special way to treat the little princess in your life, look no further than the Pamper Me Pretty kids spa.
Singing River Dentistry has changed the life of a Shoals woman by providing her with a smile makeover.
Jump into your favorite Christmas movies at Gaylord Opryland's newest immersive experience, I Love Christmas Movies!
If you’re looking for a winter wonderland of activities, look no further than Pinetop at Gaylord Opryland!
Not only are there a variety of activities at Gaylord Opryland hotel in Nashville, but some say it’s the most beautiful time of year to visit.
At the Gaylord Opryland, not only can guests expect a great stay but a great dining experiencing as well.
If you’re looking for some holiday fun, look no further than Gaylord Opryland.
It all started in 1895 when the community saw a need. Now, Huntsville Hospital is celebrating its 125th anniversary, this year!
If you’re going to buy a Christmas tree this year, why not buy one that can change a life? At the “Buy A Tree Change A Life” Christmas tree sale set up at The Camp at MidCity, you can do just that.
November is National Adoption Month, and while it’s common for prospective parents to want to adopt a child from birth, there are also many rewards that come with adopting a teen.
Happening tonight, American Red Cross will host a virtual open house to inform interested volunteers of ways they can help change the lives of those in need.
On Thursday and Friday, the drive will be at the Exchange at Redstone Arsenal. On Saturday and Sunday, the drive will be at the Walmart on Madison Boulevard.
Crews have worked to install a 1.5-mile track of light displays at Toyota Field for a drive-thru show you can enjoy from the comfort of your car.
As a way to attract business to North Huntsville, NHBA will host a contest and give one lucky start-up business free rent for a year.
Happening this Thursday morning, the North Huntsville Business Association will unveil its brand new office, located at 2007 Memorial Parkway.
The tickets can be redeemed for any Sunday through Wednesday game during the inaugural season.
On November 11, Toyota Field will host a food drive with the goal of collecting 600,000 pounds of food.
Starting today, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office will be offering offsite video visitation, allowing inmates to video chat with their loved ones.
Christmas is soon to be in the air! This week, crews will begin setting up the beloved Tinsel Trail so many enjoy every year.
Results from the 2020 election show Donald Trump and Tommy Tuberville carried the county, but margins were closer than we’ve seen in decades.
New data shows children make up 11 percent of COVID cases in the U.S., compared to only 2 percent back in April.
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Like everything else, Election Day is looking different this year due to COVID-19. Here are a few changes you can expect at the polls.
Decatur City Council members will take the oath of office at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion tonight at 6:00 p.m.
“In Alabama, on November 3, we will know who won our state,” says Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill.
Today is the LAST day to apply for an absentee ballot.
We’re already seeing long lines at absentee windows, and we’re expecting huge lines at the polls on Tuesday...
According to our news partners at The Times Daily, the problem is that remnants and waste from poultry processing plants are being used as fertilizer - and the process is stinking up the place!
According to our news partners at The Decatur Daily, a recent report showed the Decatur had several facilities that were not in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, so city leaders have hired a consultant to renovate the spaces and make them more accessible.
It's never good to see the word "maggots" in a food inspection report. But, we did this week.
Two masked intruders broke into a California bank, but the culprits aren’t exactly who you might think - they’re raccoons!
The confederate monument that stands in front of the Madison County Courthouse in downtown Huntsville is officially being removed.
These final two amendments would enhance stand your ground laws at churches in both Franklin County and Lauderdale County.
On October 24, organizers will host a zumbathon at the Scottsboro Rec*Com from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. to raise money for The Beauty and The Beast Fund.
The Rudolph and Santa puppets used in the1964 film are up for auction!
Get your sweet tooth ready because today is the "Sweetest Day!”
With some claiming to have had COVID-like symptoms even before the coronavirus outbreak, many are questioning whether the virus has been around longer than we think...
