In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson

For Public Radio Music Day, In Focus brings you a conversation with world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma, who recently shared the stage with his son, Nicholas, at the Troy University Davis Theatre in Montgomery for an American Revival Concert.

On In Focus today, we delve into the Russia-Ukraine war with Troy University political science professor and BBC World News analyst Dr. Michael Slobodchikoff, who will address the Alabama World Affairs Council.

On Today's Newswrap, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, shares news about the drop in student enrollment numbers in Alabama schools. And the Wildcard is about a champion skateboarder!

President Franklin Roosevelt left an indelible mark on history. His Little White House in neighboring Warm Springs, Georgia, became a key to his political legacy.

Open enrollment is underway for Medicare recipients, but the Better Business Bureau has a warning about scams.

Maestro Jamie Reeves of the Montgomery Symphony Orchestra visits In Focus to preview "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" movie and concert next weekend at the Davis Theater

On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses a court case that has implications for Alabama. And the Wildcard is big and orange!

October is Alabama Archaeology Month, and Old Cahawba Archaeological Park is hosting its famous haunted history tours.

Dr. Scott Harris, State Health Officer, visits In Focus with the outlook for flu season. And for beach lovers, there is a way to monitor the bacteria in Alabama's coastal waters.

In this era of societal polarization, the challenge is reinstating civility. On today's In Focus, we learn how the David Mathews Center for Civic Life works to strengthen community engagement.