In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson

On today's In Focus, historian Dr. Kathryn Braund discusses an epic battle in Alabama that launched Andrew Jackson to national prominence. 

The Alabama Securities and Exchange Commission is alerting people that scammers are using payment apps to defraud consumers. A.S.C. director, Amanda Senn, visits in Focus to tell us how the fraudsters operate.

On the Newswrap from In Focus, Jeff Sanders of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal discusses the farm bill and the August 11th special primary election. And the Wildcard has "gone to the dogs" on a surfboard!

"Hear Me Out!" is a popular new podcast with host Reana Wallace, who explores opinions about music, social media, movies, books, and pop culture. Joey Hudson and Reana visit In Focus today with a preview. 

Today, In Focus brings you the story of "Toothless the Cat" and his wildlife companions, plus an armadillo on the chase in our Pause for Animals series.

Horseshoe Bend National Military Park presents a poignant reminder of the price of American history. Park superintendent Andrew Miller visits in Focus today to share a story that led to the creation of Alabama. 

On the Newswrap from In Focus, reporter Randy Scott fills in for Todd Stacy at Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, where he has been investigating rural hospital closures. And Randy's Wildcard takes a joy ride!

During America's 250th anniversary, the Alabama Genealogical Society hosts its fall seminar August 8th at American Village in Montevallo. Research chair Suzanna Rawlins visits In Focus with tips on how to become the family historian or storyteller. 

Author Marianne Weber has a new play about Truman Capote and Nelle Harper Lee traveling to Kansas to interview the murderers of a farm family for the book, "In Cold Blood."

In Focus brings you news today of an innovative project from Auburn University that will benefit rural Alabama for years to come.