In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson

"Silent Cavalry" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 31, 2024

Pulitzer Prize - winning writer Howell Raines talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus for The Storyline book series about his family's Civil War story and his book, "Silent Cavalry, How Union Soldiers From Alabama Helped Sherman Burn Atlanta - And Then Got Written Out of History."The author's research revealed that conflict between "mountain whites" who didn't own slaves and south Alabama plantation owners divided citizens' loyalties. Somewanted to stay in the Union, while others wanted to secede. This is part one of a two-part interview.
 

"Newswrap Wraps Up a Busy Month" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 30, 2024

On The Newswrap,Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about a dust-up between two state agencies over federal funds for mental health assistance for veterans.  And Todd's Wildcard is just in time for football season!

"Coping with Grief" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 29, 2024

August 30th is National Grief Awareness Day, and Troy Public Radio Director Kyle Gassiott talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about losing his mother unexpectedly at Christmas, and then his beloved pet. He stressed the importance of getting help and described the type ofweekend retreat that helped him process his loss. The Grief Crisis Line is 988.

"Army Aviation Museum"-TPR's In Focus - Aug. 27,2024

The In Focus Tri-State Travel Series checks in with the U.S. Army Aviation Museum at Fort Novosel in Daleville, Alabama. Curator Bryant Macfarlane talks with Carolyn Hutcheson about presidential helicopters and drones, including the one made by Marilyn Monroe!
 

"Colonel Custard Takes the WIldcard in Guest Hosted Newswrap" - TPR's In Focus - Aug 23, 2024

Jeff Sanders, Executive Producer and Correspondent for Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, fills in for Todd Stacy today on The Newswrap.  Jeff talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the enthusiasm displayed at the Democratic National Convention, and how Alabama Democrats hope it translates into votes in the upcoming District Two Congressional election.  AndColonel Custard takes the Wildcard!

"Spencer's Pawbook Teaches Kindness" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 22, 2024

Although school means learning new subjects, it also means learning how to get along with others.  Retired teacher Liz Fryer, author of "Spencer's 'Pawbook' of Wisdom," talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about teaching children the value of kindness, friendship, and helpfulness.  

"Recalling the Gettysburg Reunion of 1913" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 21, 2024

Although the U.S. Civil War remains a controversial topic, the example set by veterans who attended North - South reunions after the war sheds new light on their spirit of reconciliation.  Historian Calvin Chappelle, Site Director of two Alabama Historical Commission parks - Confederate Memorial Park and Fort Toulouse-Jackson Park, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the Gettysburg Reunion of 1913.

"Avoiding Scams Designed as Political Polls" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 15, 2024

During the election season, the Better Business Bureau cautions people to be aware that scammers are using political surveys and fraudulent voter registration forms to gain personal information. Monde Donaldson, with the BBB Serving Central and South Alabama, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about tactics scammers are using.

"Calhoun County War of 1860 to Become Modern Day Movie" - TPR's In Focus - Aug 14, 2024

Historian Dale Cox talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the film he is making about the Calhoun County War of 1860 in the Florida Panhandle.  Cox is the author of 19 books and has enjoyed a 25-year career managing award-winning T.V. and print news operations in several states. More information about the movie can be found on Facebook about the Calhoun County War of 1860.

"Spencer's Pawbook Sparks Kindness" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 13, 2024

Retired teacher and author Elizabeth Fryer of Troy talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about her latest book, "Spencer's 'Pawbook' of Wisdom," based on her observations of the late Sir Spencer Pug, her beloved dog, and his selfless interactions with people and other dogs.The book can be used with children, to teach the principles of kindness.  Sir Spencer Pug has 11,000 social media followers.