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Public Service Commission - TPR's In Focus - April 3, 2026

On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the Public Service Commission expansion bill. And the Wildcard is about doggie DNA! 

Alabama's Spring Wildfire Season: Expert Tips from the Forestry Commission - TPR's In Focus - April 2, 2026

Spring has brought warm temperatures, high winds, drought conditions, and wildfires. So we asked the Alabama Forestry Commission for advice to landowners and homeowners.

Lincoln Conspiracy - TPR's In Focus - April 1, 2026

Today's In Focus examines the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln in April of 1865 and the parallels with assassination attempts on other political figures. 

Montgomery Airport to Add Flight to Houston - TPR's In Focus - March 31, 2026

If you're thinking about flying, today's In Focus brings you up to date on Montgomery Regional Airport, with their new route to Houston starting next week. 

Government Shutdown - TPR's In Focus - March 27, 2026

On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the negotiations in Washington over the partial government shutdown. And the Wildcard has a squirrel getting high on more than trees!

Zelda's Mother - TPR's In Focus - March 26, 2026

In honor of Women's History Month, In Focus brings you part two of the story of Zelda Sayre Fitzgerald, wife of novelist F. Scott Fitzgerald, and the people who influenced her childhood in Montgomery.

Spring at Old Alabama Town - TPR's In Focus - March 25, 2026

Today's In Focus brings you a conversation with Jacob Van Megan horticulturist at Old Alabama Town in Montgomery. Spring has new opportunities, including Saturday morning bird walks. 

Lulu Gribbin - TPR's In Focus - March 24, 2026

Troy University's Lauren Cole previews the March 31st visit of Lulu Gribbin, shark attack survivor and founder of the Lulu Strong Foundation. Lulu will be the Helen Keller Lecture Series guest speaker. 

Closed Primaries - TPR's In Focus - March 20, 2026

On today's Newswrap, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses a Republican Party proposal to have closed primary elections. And the Wildcard is about a Winston County dog with a bucket full of headaches!

Surviving the Internet - TPR's In Focus - March 19, 2026

A Vermont dentist calls our attention to the downside of the internet and social media with her recommendations on how to cope!