APR - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Chair: Democrats Playing Politics With "Embryos As People" Ruling
Alabama lawmakers have begun scrambling for ways to protect in vitro fertilization services after a state Supreme Court ruling that frozen embryos could be considered children under state law. Three providers paused services in the wake of the ruling. Separate proposals were being prepared in the House and Senate that would seek to prevent a fertilized egg from being recognized as a human life or an unborn child until it is implanted in a woman's uterus. Governor Kay Ivey said the state wants to foster a culture of life and said that includes "couples hoping and praying to be parents who utilize IVF." In the meantime, Alabama's GOP Chairman John Wahl says Democrats are using the ruling for political advantage. APR News Director Pat Duggins spoke with Wahl, and here's that conversation…
An Alabama boating company invites locals to show their patriotic side. Russell Marine's Fourth of July Parade hopes to bring people from across the state to celebrate the American holiday. The parade is a tradition of the Lake Martin area with spectators lining up along the shoreline
An Alabama city is hosting camps to get locals into nature this summer. The City of Orange Beach Wind and Water Learning Center is putting on several camps throughout the season, teaching participants about sailing kayaking and other water activities.
Alabamians are being invited to discover their own history. The State's Department of Archives and History is hosting workshops to help locals learn more about their family trees.
An Alabama zoo is raising awareness for a beloved endangered zoo animal. Today marks World Giraffe Day and it hopes to raise awareness for giraffes across the world in their fight against extinction.
Alabama city officials are encouraging musicians of all ages to put on a show. The Huntsville Music Office is partnering with Huntsville Hospital Music Therapy to put on Make Music Day on Wednesday, June 21st.
The state GOP is hosting the former president as the keynote speaker for its annual summer dinner in August. This announcement follows Trump's federal indictment for allegedly keeping classified documents.
"Raptors" are paying a visit to the Homewood Public Library. On June 20, handlers from the Alabama Wildlife Center will bring three to four different birds for a children's event in the facility's large auditorium.
The "Nostalgic Blockbusters" series will show films every Tuesday (except the 4th of July) until July 11th. Some of the featured films in the lineup include The Goonies, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and E.T. The Extra -Terrestrial.
Registration opens today statewide for young fishermen and women to show off their skills. The Auburn Parks and Recreation Department is hosting its twenty-ninth annual Fishing Rodeo
A North Alabama event hopes to create opportunity for more job seekers. The North Alabama Hiring Expo is a job fair for people with disabilities. Organizers hope to connect potential employees with top employers from the region.
The Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs has teamed up with Emory Healthcare to provide a new program and resources to post-9/11 veterans and service members in Alabama.
The 37th annual Sakura Festival will be at the Tuscaloosa River Market March 25 from 9 a.m. to noon. The festival's name "Sakura" is the Japanese word for "cherry blossom" and aims to celebrate the spring season.
State legislators are currently meeting in Montgomery to decide how to spend a surplus in the state education budget. One option is giving back a one-time tax rebate.
Alex Pfenenger is a student intern in the Alabama Public Radio newsroom. He is a senior at the University of Alabama studying Creative Media. He has a passion for creating audio content, which lead him to podcasting and radio work. In his free time, Alex enjoys watching sports, listening to music, and serving at the local church.
An Alabama school county is waiting to hear their name called for a potential grant. Chilton County Schools have applied for a grant from Alabama Power for a project to reduce energy spending in the county schools
Tuscumbia is gearing up to celebrate the city's 22nd annual African Heritage Festival. The event runs from June 2nd-3rd. It will take place at the Willie Green Recreation Center. Admission is free. The festivities kick off on Friday at 4 p.m., and Saturday's festivities begin at 10 a.m.
Alabama residents are preparing for an all too familiar time of year. Hurricane season starts today and experts have rolled out overviews of the season.
An Alabama library is challenging the public to embark on an adventure in reading. The Auburn Public Library will kick off the Summer Safari Learning Challenge on Thursday, June 1st, to encourage readers to keep their books open over the summer.
Alabama officials are showing citizens the importance of local history. The City of Birmingham is continuing a series of lectures this week on the value of preserving historic local buildings and neighborhoods.
Gulf Shores locals are preparing for big crowds and lots of music this weekend. The Hangout Music Festival starts today. It's a three-day event on the public beaches that host live performances.
An Alabama practice hopes to raise awareness for a silent threat. Dermatology Specialists of Alabama is offering free skin care screenings during the month of May.
Job Titles:
- Reporter
- Alabama Clinical Psychologist Explains How Daylight Saving Time Can Have a Lasting Effect on Moods
- News / Alligator Hunting Registration Comes to a Close
- News / Annual Friendly Food Drive Competition Between UA and Auburn Comes to a Close
- News / Conference USA Championships Coming to Huntsville for 2024 and 2025 Seasons
- News / Create Birmingham Nonprofit Offering Programs for Local Entrepreneurs
- News / Local Nonprofit Receives Recognition for Making an Impact Along the Gulf Coast
- News / Mobile Nonprofit Encourages Recycling During Mardi Gras Celebrations
- News / New Book Club for Auburn High Schoolers Begins at Public Library
- News / New Federal Program Is Helping Eligible Households Get Internet
- News / New Online Sustainable Fashion Business Growing in Birmingham
- News / Popular Huntsville Amphitheater Celebrates Second Anniversary
- News / Registration Now Open for 2024 Tuscaloosa Mayor 's Cup 5k for Pre - K
- News / Rural Alabamians Can Have Their Hearing Checked
- UA Professor
- UAW President Says Strike Continues Despite GM Progress. the Possible Impact on Alabama Consumers.
Andrea Tinker is a student intern at Alabama Public Radio. She is majoring in News Media with a minor in African American Studies at The University of Alabama. In her free time, Andrea loves to listen to all types of music, spending time with family, and reading about anything pop culture related.
Oyster lovers are preparing for the return of a festival centered on the shellfish. The Fort Morgan Oyster Fest will be back in south Alabama for February 24 and Feb. 25. This is the second year the festival is happening.
Mardi Gras season back to Alabama, and a Mobile nonprofit is gearing up for the trash that comes with the celebrations. The Alabama Coastal Foundation (ACF) has a main goal to "improve and protect Alabama's coastal environment through cooperation, education, and participation."
High school students in Auburn have a new extracurricular activity outside of the classroom. Last month, the Auburn Public Library started a book club for high school students in the 10th through 12th grade.
Huntsville wants to be known for more than just space. The Rocket City's event space, The Orion Amphitheater is making waves in Huntsville and has become a hub for musical and community events.
A new study from Help Advisor shows that Alabama has the third highest number of Long COVID reports in the country. According to the report, nearly 32% of Alabamians who tested positive for COVID-19 experience have also Long COVID symptoms.
A new candidate for the Republican presidential ballot has emerged. Samuel Ronan is the latest person to declare his 2024 bid for the White House. He spoke with APR news.
UAW president says strike continues despite GM progress. The possible impact on Alabama consumers.
Alabamians looking to save on internet costs can do so through a new federal plan. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a new plan created through the Federal Communication Commission to help eligible households save money on their internet costs.
A new report shows expanding Medicaid in Alabama would lead to a boost in the economy. The new data from the nonprofit Community Catalyst shows more residents are at risk of falling into the Medicaid coverage gap. This is due to scaling back policies that were in place during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama is recruiting new members and running and annual recruitment promotion. The organization is offering 50% off membership dues for a year for new members and volunteers. The deal lasts until Friday, September 8.
A new online business has given eco-friendly fashion and thrifting a new life in the Iron City. The Clothing Library is a clothing rental subscription service that focuses on making fashion more sustainable.
Alligator hunting season is coming soon but in order to hunt alligators, you need to have the proper paperwork. Marianne Gauldin, the Conservation Outreach Coordinator for the Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division, said that permits are limited.
The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts is looking into the positive and negatives of implicit bias on a new level with the help of the Smithsonian Institute.
Selma residents will have the opportunity to have their hearing screened tomorrow. The project is called "Hear Here Alabama." It's sponsored by the University of Alabama to increase access to hearing healthcare in rural areas.
A new book is uncovering history about Alabama's involvement in the Civil War. SILENT CAVALRY: How Union Soldiers from Alabama Helped Sherman Burn Atlanta-and Then Got Written Out of History is a historical detective nonfiction novel that tells the story of how yeoman farmers and former slaves aided the Union General named William Sherman during the conflict.
Alabama clinical psychologist explains how Daylight Saving Time can have a lasting effect on moods
It's been about a month since Daylight Saving Time, but some Alabamians might still be having trouble with the transition.
Alabamians traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday might experience more traffic than usual this year. AAA reports this weekend to be the third busiest Thanksgiving holiday travel period of all time. The 2023 ranking follows only 2005 and 2019, respectively.
A major college basketball tournament is coming to Alabama. The 2024 and 2025 Conference USA Men's & Women's Basketball Championships will be hosted at Propst Arena in Huntsville in both 2024 and 2025. Each conference champ will receive an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.
Alabama is still experiencing a shortage in medicine used to treat one of the most common neuro-developmental disorders. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is a common condition that is shown through inattention, hyperactivity and sometimes, impulsivity.
Conversation, backlash and support continue surrounding the Israel-Palestinian conflict, including here in Alabama. A surge of recent attacks between the two sides began on October 7.
Job Titles:
- Assistant
- Program Director
- Assistant Program Director and Radio Producer
Andrew Willis is the Assistant Program Director. He recently graduated from the University of Alabama with a major in Communication Studies. He enjoys good music, pizza, an engrossing film and the company of friends, though most people enjoy those things, so that doesn't really tell you anything. He's also a huge geek that is passionate about storytelling in all forms. He has ambitions of one day becoming a media influencer or internet personality through radio, podcasting, voiceover or social media content. Or perhaps all of the above. He hasn't quite made up his mind yet.
Job Titles:
- Digital Producer for the Center for Public Television
- Video Producer
Angel Caro is a digital producer for the Center for Public Television and Radio where he produces, films, and edits a wide range of multi-media content for Alabama Public Radio.
Angel is a proud Texan, born and raised in the Houston area, and has served in the United States Air Force. He attended The Savannah College of Art & Design for Film & Television and CPT/APR is his first big step in his professional filmmaking career. His hobbies include rooting for the Houston Texans (sadly), traveling (over 20 countries so far!) and watching obscure foreign movies (Shrek).
Job Titles:
- Reporter
- Local Bureau News Chief
- Morning Edition Host, Reporter and Internship Director
Baillee Majors is the Local Bureau News Chief, internship director and host for Morning Edition at Alabama Public Radio. Baillee joined the newsroom in December 2019. Before that, she spent seven years working in morning television news in Florida, North Carolina and Tennessee. Her passion for news began after a trip to the CNN newsroom in Atlanta at the age of 18. She's a born and raised Alabamian and graduated from Troy University where she majored in Communications and Fine Arts. When she's not listening to public radio herself, Baillee enjoys reading, baking, collecting ceramic mushrooms and playing the ukulele.
Equal Pay Day 2024 is on Tuesday, March 12, and marks the current state of the gender pay gap for women. This symbolic day is used to raise awareness around and combat the impact of pay inequities.
Gas prices aren't stopping spring breakers in Alabama and across the nation from going to their destinations. AAA reports the average expense for a gallon of regular gas in Alabama is around $3. The national average price is about 30 cents higher.
Plans are shaping up as the city of Tuscaloosa gets ready to host the Kentuck Festival of the Arts for the first time ever. The annual arts festival now enters its 53rd year and has always been held in Northport. However, the Druid City and Kentuck struck an agreement last month for Tuscaloosa to host the festival in 2024. This came after some back and forth between Northport and Kentuck leaders.
Many Alabamians and others across the country are turning their homes into a candy cane kingdom, gingerbread castle or winter wonderland, with or without the snow. Some people start decorating for the holidays as early as Halloween. This can be a hot topic with the ongoing debate of when is it too early to start putting up the Christmas tree and other holiday decorations.
More than two million lights are on display in Arab this holiday season. The 29th annual Christmas in the Park continues now through Sunday, December 31 at Arab City Park.
A unique lighting display can be experienced in Bessemer during December. The first ever Magic of Lights event is currently running at Alabama Adventure and Splash Adventure.
Coca-Cola is recalling 2,000 cans of Diet Coke, Sprite and Fanta Orange that were distributed in Alabama, Mississippi and Florida. This is due to the possibility of the cans containing "foreign material."
Holiday shoppers can purchase local and regional art for the holidays in Tuscumbia. The Winter Art Market is taking place at the Tennessee Valley Museum of Art. Organizers of the event say 60 artists have booths inside museum through Saturday, December 23.
Once again, Alabamians and other states in the country will set their clocks forward by one hour this weekend for Daylight Saving Time. Participants lose perhaps a bit of sleep but gain more glorious sunlight in the evenings as the days warm into summer.
Women in Alabama and across the world will demand equal pay, reproductive rights, education, justice, decision-making jobs and other essential needs during demonstrations marking International Women's Day on March 8. The observance is commemorated in different ways and places, including in the Yellowhammer State.
An influx of Alabama locals and out-of-state visitors are headed to the beaches and coastal areas of the Yellowhammer State. AAA Alabama stresses the importance of not driving while distracted. This includes avoiding talking or texting while driving, as well as eating and drinking while in the driver's seat.
Gulf Shores is banning alcohol during spring break for the eighth year in a row. City leaders said the ban hasn't caused tourism in the city to take a hit, but instead, has helped bring in business.
Numerous schools and colleges around Alabama and across the country are out for the spring break holiday this weekend. Beaches along the state's Gulf Coast are top destinations during the vacation period. This means the coastline along the Yellowhammer State is seeing an uptick in visitors.
Every year, Women's History Month take place in March to celebrate and honor women's contributions to history, culture and society. The 2024 theme is "Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion."
Barbara joined the staff of Alabama Public Radio in September 2012, moving to the land of Mardi Gras and Moonpies as the Underwriting Account Executive and Community Liaison for the WHIL listening area. She has a background in commercial radio and television with over 25 years in the industry and provides good insights into the differences between public and commercial radio. These insights combined with a love of public radio are of great value when presenting the benefits of Alabama Public Radio to prospective underwriters.
Job Titles:
- Reporter
- Governor Ivey to Speak before West Alabama Chamber
Ben Smith is a student intern at Alabama Public Radio. He is currently working on completing his Master's degree in Journalism and Creative Media. He has a passion for writing and hopes to work as a feature writer creating human interest stories for magazines and the news. In his free time, he enjoys playing guitar and reading Steven King books.
SCOTUS justices found that Alabama legislatures denied African American residents a fair chance of electing a representative. The high court then ordered the creation of a second majority Black district in the Yellowhammer State.
The construction on the facility is expected to be completed by late Summer of 2024. The new railway is meant to ease traffic congestion from train crossings in West Tuscaloosa.
Basketball may be popular across the country, but what makes one city better than others for the sport? Top-performing teams, revenues and traditions are all part of the equation, but there's simply no game without the fans.
Austal USA has announced the company received a contract from the U.S. Navy with a potential value of over $3 billion. The project will create 800 new jobs initially in Mobile. By next fall, that number will be closer to 1,800.
The Poarch Band of Creek Indians is investing $15 million into a new meat processing facility in Atmore. Project leaders expect the facility to be operational by April 2024.
Over 1,500 people are expected to attend the Hank Williams Festival this weekend in Georgiana.
Job Titles:
- Engineering & IT Director
Since October 2017, Bob has been the Director of Engineering and Technical Services for the Center for Public Television & Radio and WVUA23. Bob is a USAF veteran; most of his early training in broadcast engineering was during his service. His career began in 1980 at Maxwell AFB, Alabama. Since that time, he has worked for Armed Forces Radio & Television Service, The Weather Channel, CNN, and public media stations in Texas and Georgia. He is a member of the Society of Broadcast Engineers and is a Certified Professional Broadcast Engineer. Bob has four grandchildren, and when not at work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and working on his hobbies (woodburning, learning Italian, and genealogy).
Bob Woodman is a native of Tuscaloosa and a graduate of the University of Texas. After service as a naval officer, he went back to Texas to begin a 32-year career with the same company in commercial radio. Bob sold his radio stations in Texas in 1998 and returned to his native Tuscaloosa, where he joined Alabama Public Radio as a classical music host. Bob is married to the former Carole Gibson Neville of Tuscaloosa. His daughter, Summer McKinnon, and SIL Mike have two daughters, Juliette and Lexie.
Braylan Hurst is a student intern at APR from Atlanta, Georgia. He's majoring in Creative Media and minoring in Business Communications at the Capstone. Braylan is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity Inc., a member and mentor for the Bridge Program, a member of the Black Student Union, and is also in the Capstone Association for Black Journalists. He enjoys spending time with friends, making jokes, and eating Chick-Fil-A.
In this edition of StoryCorps, Wayne Curtis speaks with his wife about his drumming business in Mobile. They discuss the importance of teaching drumming to young people, how it can positively impact mental health and the historical significance of Africatown drumming.
In this edition of StoryCorps, Chiquitta Clemons-Howard and her husband Lamar talk about how they first met, how they fell in love and how their love is still going strong today.
In this edition of StoryCorps, Tim Watson asks his mother Myra about her experiences with Mardi Gras during her younger years. He gains valuable insight on the importance of the parade and learns some of the tricks her dad used to play on her and her siblings during the celebration.
Job Titles:
- President Biden Is Delivering Another Speech about Afghanistan, As a Scramble to Evacuate American Citizens and Vulnerable Afghans Continues. Watch His
- Program Director & Content Manager
- Public Radio 's Program Director and Content Manager
President Biden is delivering another speech about Afghanistan, as a scramble to evacuate American citizens and vulnerable Afghans continues. Watch his…
In today's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston tells the story of a church bell that was donated to a small church and how it changed that community.
In this Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston talks about spotting a redfish in tidal pool on the North Carolina coast and all he's done to try to catch…
While they may seem insignificant, plastic toothbrushes add up to a lot of long-lasting plastic waste. In this week's Living with Less Plastic commentary,…
In this week's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston talks about a tribe of hunter gatherers who spotted another tribe for the first time.
In today's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston details how the big, loud, flag-waving events that use to spur his patriotism aren't doing it for him…
Living with less plastic is a journey filled with ups and downs, but finding plastic-free alternatives that fit your lifestyle is an essential part of…
Brittany Young is Alabama Public Radio's Program Director and Content Manager. Brittany began her public radio journey in the spring of 2015 as a news intern for APR while in graduate school at The University of Alabama. During her time as program director, she's managed a local Storycorps initiative, where her team of interns produced over 50 short stories for on-air and APR's website; she's launched three local commentaries - two that are award-winning - Keepin' It Real, Crunk Culture and Living with Less Plastic; and she produces and edits for Crunk Culture. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending concerts and sporting events, listening to podcasts and working out.
Living with Less Plastic often means choosing reusable items. In this week's commentary, Mary Liz Ingram shares 10 things she doesn't have to buy anymore,…
In this week's Living with Less Plastic commentary, Mary Liz Ingram highlights market trends toward sustainable packaging in the search for plastic-free…
In this week's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston offers marital advice around argument resolution practices. If things have been too quiet, stir it…
In this week's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston relives his family spring break and what he and his wife did this time to change things up a bit...
In this week's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston shares what happened when he stole an idea for a social media post. When you drop the facade, he…
Living with Less Plastic leads to more biodegradable alternatives and compostable packaging. In this week's commentary, Mary Liz Ingram explores the best…
In this week's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston tells us they're not butterflies, they're jet fighters. You got this... Edited by Corey Carpenter
In this week's Living with Less Plastic commentary, Mary Liz Ingram explores the circular economy, a sustainable system aimed at reducing waste in the…
In this week's Keepin' It Real segment, Cam Marston lets us know how his approach to his commentaries changed on January the 6th..
In today's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston sends us a post card from his vacation on Highway 30A in Florida...
In this week's Living with Less Plastic commentary, Mary Liz Ingram explores alternative ways to recycle after a visit to Montgomery's RePower South…
In this week's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston expresses how frequently he's hearing the phrase "people your age" and how little he likes it...
In today's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston tells us how grateful he is for some random acts of parenting that befell his daughter last weekend in…
In today's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston wonders about the small changes he could make to things around him that would make things better but,…
In today's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston remembers some of the home remedies he's experienced from back in the day...
Cam Marston is the self-described genius behind the twice Fridays Keepin' It Real, now in its fourth year on Alabama Public Radio. Described as "observations of the world as it goes on around me," Cam's commentaries have gained a loyal following on APR. A native of Mobile, Cam and his wife are the proud parents of three great children out of a total of four with one child rotating out of the "good" category at any given moment. His wife, Lisa, is a high school volleyball coach.
There's a grocery store Cam goes to when he's in a hurry. It's the one closest to his house. That one is full of memories. Full of roots.
On today's Keepin' It Real, Cam shares something he saw last weekend that made him feel a little bit better about things.
Cam's phone has been ringing. It's a lot of his small business friends, and they're experiencing similar things. They're feeling pressure. They're feeling squeezed.
Mardi Gras ended on Tuesday for Cam. Immediately after Mardi Gras is Lent, and Cam struggles with what sacrifices he should make.
On this week's Keepin' It Real, Mardi Gras is swiftly approaching, and Cam Marston has some thoughts about how his Dry January progress is going to effect the event.
What do you call it when your certain plans are suddenly upended or changed with no warning? You call it a God-Stop, and Cam shares his experience with them.
Cam spent Monday evening at a big party of a small group of twenty-one year olds. To say the least, times have changed. Here's what he saw.
In this week's edition of Keepin It Real, Cam introduces us to Chuck and Chas. They live inside him, he says, and are frequently at odds with one another.
On this week's Keepin' It Real, Cam Marston survived the storms from earlier this week. But his daughter? It was close....
On this week's Keepin' It Real, Cam sat quietly and watched a conversation in his kitchen on New Year's Eve that, he says, was a refreshing change.
Caroline Karrh is a student intern in the Alabama Public Radio newsroom. She majors in News Media and Communication Studies at The University of Alabama. She loves to read, write and report. When she is not in the newsroom, Caroline enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading romance novels and coaching soccer.
Alabama is going medieval, at least for the first weekend in March. The Alabama Medieval Fantasy Festival is set to take place March 2nd and 3rd in Greenville.
A monthly open-air shop in Tuscaloosa is bringing vintage style back to the community. The Tuscaloosa Vintage Market is a collection of vendors and shoppers have been coming to the Druid City since 2022 with a quest for sustainability and high-quality fashion.
In Alabama, the sound of cicadas often signals the beginning of summer. This year, their signature seasonal signal is expected to be a little louder.
The Mobile-based nonprofit Alabama Coastal Foundation has awarded almost $3,000 to fifth grade teachers across the state for the 2023-2024 school year through its Alabama Coastal Kids Quiz program.
A Tuscaloosa festival that attracts upwards of 10,000 people each year is looking for artists and performers. Wednesday, January 10 is the final day to apply to take part in the Druid City Arts Festival.
The holidays are often presented as a time of merriment and cheer, bringing joy and laughter to everyone. It is, after all, the "most wonderful time of the year." But for many people in Alabama, this isn't the reality they are faced with during the holiday season.
The most recent results of the Alabama Business Confidence Index (ABCI) show local business leaders in Alabama are concerned for the future of the economy.
The University of Alabama's VitAL program and the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) have partnered in an effort in statewide suicide prevention.
Job Titles:
- Reporter
- Bad Chemistry: an APR News Series - Two Communities and Their Shared Issue With Coal Ash
APR Graduate student intern Cori Yonge returns to journalism after spending time in the corporate world. She is currently pursuing a master's degree in Journalism and Media Studies from The University of Alabama and is ecstatic to be back working with public radio. Cori has an interest in health, environment, and science reporting and is the winner of both an Associated Press award and Sigma Delta Chi award for healthcare related stories. The mother of two daughters, Cori spent twelve years as a Girl Scout leader. Though her daughters are grown, she still enjoys camping with friends and family - especially if that time allows her to do some gourmet outdoor cooking. Cori and her husband Lynn live in Fairhope.
Bad Chemistry: An APR News series -- Two communities and their shared issue with coal ash
A group of seniors in Mobile, Ala., wants coal ash from a power plant moved to a lined landfill. They worry the toxic ash could leak into Mobile Bay. (Story aired on ATC on Sept. 4, 2023.
So, what did you buy during the 4th of July holiday? It might have been a vacation or stuff for the backyard barbecue. The latest U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis report confirms Americans are spending less on durable goods like cars and more on services like air travel and hotels. This, even while some grocery prices continue to be stubbornly high. So, what gives? APR goes takes us all the way back to Mardi Gras in the Mobile to explain the psychology behind spending money Listen • 4:04
President Biden declared June to be Immigrant Heritage Month in the U.S. The number of unaccompanied minors seeking asylum at the border with Mexico border reached a record high last year. Many of those youngsters in Baldwin County along the Alabama Gulf coast. Most could not imagine traveling to another city for fun after their harrowing time at the border. But, some newly arrived migrants at Robertsdale High School did just that. They joined local Alabama teens on a field trip to New York City. Listen • 6:54
A new report paints a bleak picture when it comes to the future of news reporting in the U.S. The study from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism found the nation may lose a third of its newspapers by 2025. That trend could mean fewer journalists covering city and county governments as local news organizations cut staff over money problems. The reporter shortage means the media's role as a watchdog is diminished. Today, we meet one man making it his mission to keep an eye on local government. Listen • 7:25
Dale Owen began working at Alabama Public Radio in 1992. He had just completed working for CNN in Detroit as a producer/assignment editor.
Born and raised in Atlanta, Ga, he moved to Alabama when he attended school at Troy University. His professional career has been filled with broadcasting and journalism opportunities. He has worked at multiple radio stations with formats as diverse as Classic Rock, Adult Contemporary/Love Songs and Country music. He also worked in television while at CNN in Atlanta and Detroit and as a producer/director of children's educational programming at the University of Alabama with "World Geography" and "Integrated Science 6". At Alabama Public Radio, Owen has worked as both the local host of NPR's "Morning Edition" and "All Things Considered" as well as eventually joining the APR staff as Operations Manager.
Owen left his full time position at APR in 2002 and currently works full time as a web designer of his own company - 521websites. Owen still provides programming for Alabama Public Radio as the host and producer of the weekly program "The Crooners" heard Sunday nights at 6 on the Alabama Public Radio network of stations. He has been married for 12 years to his wonderful wife Brook and they have a young son, Zander, born in October of 2010. Owen owns an extensive library of crooner music, ranging from pop to jazz with classic artists like Sinatra and Holiday and contemporary artists like Buble and Krall. He enjoys playing the standards each Sunday night and has been doing so for over 17 years.
This Veterans Day was the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. There's a new work to celebrate the occasion, and David Duff spoke with the composer.
David Duff developed an interest in music at an early age, always wanting to play an instrument. After moving to Alabama and entering first grade, his parents acquired a piano, and music has been a central part of David's life ever since. He holds a BA in music, and MA degrees in Elementary Education, and Counselor Education. After working 7 years in commercial radio in a variety of roles from announcer to station manager, he came to Alabama Public Radio where he has been Music Director for over 20 years. David also served for six years as President of the Association of Music Personnel in Public Radio.
Don Noble , Ph. D. Chapel Hill, Prof of English, Emeritus, taught American literature at UA for 32 years. He has been the host of the APTV literary interview show "Bookmark" since 1988 and has broadcast a weekly book review for APR since November of 2001, so far about 850 reviews. Noble is the editor of four anthologies of Alabama fiction and the winner of the Alabama state prizes for literary scholarship, service to the humanities and the Governor's Arts Award.
This week, Don reviews "Odyssey of a Wondering Mind" written by our very own Jennifer Horne!
This week, Don reveiws "Monroeville and the Stage Production of To Kill a Mockingbird" by John M. Williams.
This week, Don reviews "The Untidy Pilgrim" written by Eugene Walter with a new introduction by Katherine Clark.
Job Titles:
- Director, Digital Media Center
Ella Grossomanides is a student intern in the Alabama Public Radio newsroom. She is a sophomore at the University of Alabama studying Communication Studies and News Media. She has a passion for writing and journalism, which lead her to radio work. In her free time, Ella enjoys listening to music, reading, and volunteering with children at after school programs.
WalletHub stated millions of Americans are quitting their jobs each month in the face of high inflation. Analysts looked at the 50 states based on how frequently people are leaving these jobs as well as job opening numbers.
Gabriella Smith is a student intern with the Alabama Public Radio. She is a junior studying Creative Media at the University of Alabama. Gabbi has a passion for storytelling and editing content. In her free time, she enjoys swimming, cooking for herself and friends, and discovering new movies to watch.
Time is running out to support annual book drive promoting literacy in Alabama's Black Belt Gabriella Smith Book donations for schools in the thirteen counties along the Black Belt region in Alabama are in the final days of collections. The 18th annual Books for the Black Belt campaign wraps up on Friday, March 1.
Alabama is one of the best states to drive in. That's according to the financial website WalletHub. Analysts ranked all 50 states from best to worst to travel through for its study on the Best & Worst States to Drive in 2024.
A Birmingham museum is honoring Black History Month with tours and programs surrounding African American astronauts and pilots. The Southern Museum of Flight's self-guided tours focus on the so-called Black Aviation Pioneers.
Some young workers in North Alabama are heading to new jobs today. They took part in a program called the High School Ready to Work Regional Hiring Day.
This weekend means the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat for somebody. The finals of this year's NCAA Beach Volleyball championship in Gulf Shores
If you can't get a ticket to Beach Volleyball, Mobile's annual market in the park will make its return this weekend.
Governor Kay Ivey will be in Tuscaloosa today to deliver the keynote address for the West Alabama Chamber of Commerce. The speech is considered the highlight of the annual event called the Chamber in Session.
Governor Kay Ivey announced Monday that Southern Roots Nut Co. plans to open a pecan processing facility in Dothan, where the New Mexico-based company will create 120 jobs in Alabama's Wiregrass region. Southern Roots will invest nearly $16.6 million to outfit an existing building and construct a new facility in Houston County.
Governor Kay Ivey has announced the awarding of nearly $150 million to continue the expansion of high-speed internet service to unserved areas across Alabama.
Governor Kay Ivey joined Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox on Friday, March 1, to announce their participation in the National Governors Association's Disagree Better Initiative, a yearlong initiative to help Americans learn the skills of healthy conflict.
The San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs go head-to-head on the gridiron come Sunday, Feb. 11, but all eyes are on singer-songwriter Taylor Swift to see if she can make it to the football game in time to watch her Chiefs boyfriend Travis Kelce play.
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- Journalist, on the Story in Fairhope
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- Host, All Things Acoustic
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Mayor Sandy Stimpson is announcing the City of Mobile's plans to tear down the 60-year-old Mobile Civic Center and construct a new, world-class entertainment destination suited for concerts, family shows and sporting events, including professional hockey.
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