On this episode of The Public Radio Hour (1/11/18) ...The Alabama Legislative session convenes for its regular session beginning February 6th, and lawmakers will face many of the same challenges. How does the state spend its money by creating responsible budgets for Education and the General Fund?How does the state ensure people have adequate access to health care and education? How does Alabama work to create jobs and create a healthy climate for industrial growth? We'll some ideas from Governor Kay Ivey, as she delivered the State of the State address. We'll also hear the Democratic response from state Representative Anthony Daniels of Huntsville¦

As part of our Halloween edition ofThe Public Radio Hour, we've picked up one of the scariest books in the South. Turn down the lights and listen as our team of volunteer producers read selections from Kathryn Tucker Windham's 13 Alabama Ghosts and Jeffery. Our readers include Kathy Jones, Nick van Valkenburg, John Jeter, Teena Ladd, andSayuri Beltran. We'll also breathe new life into the stories of some of Huntsville most famous residents who are buried at historic Glenwood Cemetery, including Zinnia Pruitt (read by Elaine Rice), Samuel Lowery (read by Robert Rice) and Pascal Conley (read by Devyn Keith).

In this episode of The Public Radio Hour, we head to the Morgan County / Decatur Farmers Market to meet more local farmers in our series 'The Market is Open' and we learn about friction stir welding and a locally-built component of the Space Launch System - the Launch Vehicle Stage Adapter (LVSA) as it prepares for a trip down the Mississippi River to its next stage of production. We'll also enjoy one final presentation of this month's featured podcasts, 51% and Engine of our Ingenuity, as well as an Alabama Legacy Moment.

In this episode of The Public Radio Hour, we enjoy a visit with classical musicians Susanna Phillips and Matthew McDonald. These Huntsville natives return home every August to host Twickenham Fest, which has become Alabama's premiere chamber music festival. We'll also hear more from this month's featured podcasts, Engines of Our Ingenuity and 51%. And during our Alabama Legacy Moment, we'll hear about Old Cahawba.LINKS OF INTERESTTwickenham Fest - Reserve tickets hereEighth Blackbird (music/education)music of Messiaen 'Quartet for the End of Time'find more Alabama Legacy Moments

In this episode (8/17/17), we talk with a retina specialist to learn what happens to your eyes if you look at Monday's eclipse without proper viewing glasses. We'll also hear about a new app with roots in Hartselle that's helping people around the world track the eclipse. We'll also hear more from this month's featured podcasts, 51% and Engines of our Ingenuity. Look below to find links related to topics discussed in tonight's episode.LINKS TO USE:Eclipse Safety Tips from NASAReputable Vendors of Solar Filters and ViewersSafe DIY Alternatives to Eclipse GlassesCountdown/ Information for UAH's Eclipse CelebrationNASA Goddard Video:What determines when we have an eclipse?A Post-Eclipse Fun RunSolar Eclipse Training Session w/ Solar Scientist Mitzi AdamsNWS Eclipse Weather WebpagePlanetarium Show: The Great Eclipse

In tonight's show, our featured podcasts (51% and Engines Of Our Ingenuity) bring us stories about Girl Scouts in STEM and Samuri Swords. The Public Microphone heads to a hidden room full of voting machines and poll watchers. Wealso talk about a wide range of voting topics with Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill, including new voting freedoms for overseas military personnel, the Description of Moral Turpitude Act and voter turnout projections for Tuesday's Primary Election. This weekly mix of podcasts and homemade radio features is produced by WLRH staff and volunteers. Thanks for listening!LINKS YOU MIGHT FIND USEFULAlabama Votes / Secretary of State officialMadison County Board of RegistrarsBallotpediaA Summary of What to Know Before the US SenatePrimariesAlabama Senate Official Website

In this week's show, we begin a two-part discussion with Huntsville Manager of Urban and Long Range Planning, Dennis Madsen. We'll also hear about the importance of storytelling from folks who attended The Moth Mainstage last week at Randolph School. And we'll continue our podcast feature for Planetary Radio and Earthdate. Also, send us your questions and comments about our topic, or anything else, on the WLRH Facebook and Twitter feeds ... or share a comment HERE.WANT TO TALK TO THE PUBLIC MICROPHONE? We'll be visiting downtown Huntsville in the coming days. It's your chance to speak your mind, and maybe get on the radio. Stay tuned for details or submit a question here.USEFUL LINKS FOR 7/20/17City of Huntsville Planning CommissionThe Moth Radio Hour and MainstageSpeak to the Public Microphone!

In this week's show, we conclude our interview series by Ginny Kennedy examining 'end-of-life' health care challenges that you may face for yourself or for loved ones. Today, we'll hear from Hopsice Family Care executive director Kristina Johnson and the story of their final moments with their critical ill young daughter.. We'll also pick up some storytelling tips from The Moth Radio Hour's artistic director Catherine Burns. And we'll shine our podcast spotlight onPlanetary RadioandEarthdate. Use the links below to find resources that may help you with your end-of-life questions. Also, send us your questions and comments about our topic, or anything else, on theWLRHFacebookandTwitterfeeds ... orshare a comment HERE.RESOURCE LINKSHospice Famly CareIt's OK to Die- Dr. Monica Williams-Murphy & Kris Murphymake your own Advance Directive- Huntsville Hospitalfind help with your challenges- Hospice of the Valleyfind resources for senior citizens and elder care- Top of Alabama Regional Council of Government (TARCOG)The Moth Radio Hour

In this week's show, we begin our interview series by Ginny Kennedy examining 'end-of-life' health care challenges that you may face for yourself or for loved ones. Today, we'll hear from Huntsville Hospital's chaplain Brad Hall. We'll also continue oura tour of local farmers markets titled 'The Market Is Open!'. And we'll shine our podcast spotlight onPlanetary RadioandEarthdate. Use the links below to find resources that may help you with your end-of-life questions. Also, send us your questions and comments about our topic, or anything else, on theWLRHFacebookandTwitterfeeds ... orshare a comment HERE.RESOURCE LINKSHospice Famly CareIt's OK to Die- Dr. Monica Williams-Murphy & Kris Murphymake your own Advance Directive- Huntsville Hospitalfind help with your challenges- Hospice of the Valleyfind resources for senior citizens and elder care- Top of Alabama Regional Council of Government (TARCOG)Latham Farmers Market at Latham UMC (open Tues 3 - 6pm)Greene Street Market in Huntsville (open Thur 4 - 8pm)