In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson

Today, Florida archaeologist Michael Thomin returns to In Focus with the story of a famous pirate named Charles Gibbs, who burned a ship and buried the treasure. 

Today, In Focus visits Montgomery's Old Alabama Town for the "Paws for Animals" series. 

Today on In Focus, in celebration of America's 250th, the Alabama Genealogical Society has a new project called, "Tell Me a Story."

On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, shares the results of the primary election races. And the Wildcard rules a San Francisco Bay dock.

Historic Westville Village in Columbus, Georgia, offers visitors a unique opportunity to step back into the 1800s and experience life in a rural community. 

Today, In Focus brings you the story of a community that is famous for its history and artistic quilts, the Freedom Quilting Bee Legacy in Gee's Bend, Alabama. 

Dr. Jim Vickrey has met many notable history makers in his career as an education leader, and he shares his memories of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as well as evangelist Billy Graham on In Focus today. 

On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, previews the May 19th primary election races. And the Wildcard is the biggest one yet!

Today's In Focus brings you a conversation with Dr. Shirley Farrell, a lifelong bird enthusiast and the president of the Alabama Ornithological Society. 

With today's round-the-clock news cycle and preoccupation with electronic devices, sleep can be hard to come by. In Focus features a visit with Dr. Justin Thomas, director of the UAB Behavioral Sleep Medicine Clinic. 

In Focus brings news of the Alabama Property Protection Act passed by the Alabama legislature in April. Amanda Senn, director of the Alabama Securities Commission, visits The Exchange today. 

On today's Newswrap, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the special session of the legislature, as it grapples with election issues and maps. And the Wildcard is about pets - the mechanical kind!

On today's In Focus, Jake Braun, former White House deputy national cyber security director, discusses how cartels are fueling the crisis of illegal drugs in the U.S.

If you're a fan of Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean," the Black Pearl pirate ship was built on the Alabama coast. Al Jones shares that story from the Alabama Forestry Commission on today's In Focus. 

May is Preservation Month, and In Focus talks with Taylor Stewart, director of preservation services at Landmarks Foundation, to learn how historic designations are made. 

On today's Newswrap from in Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the looming question of congressional redistricting. And the Wildcard dives underwater this week!

Scott Simon visits Troy Public Radio to discuss his book Ulysses S. Cat and Other Animals I Have Known, a collection of essays about the animals that have impacted his life, from family pets like the cat Ulysses and the poodle Daisy to animals encountered during his travels, such as a zebra in the Serengeti and dogs in war-torn Sarajevo.

On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses a recent contentious meeting of the Alabama Educational Television Commission. And the Wildcard was buzzing on an interstate ramp in Tennessee!

The Alabama Broadcasters Association is celebrating 80 years of service to Alabama, and Sharon Tinsley, its president, visits In Focus. 

Today In Focus is celebrating "Earth Day with Renee" in our Back to Nature series at the Alabama State Parks. 

If you've ever dreamed of owning your own business, the U.S. Small Business Administration can help you develop a business plan.

On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the "Stop the Scroll Act" that affects children under 18. And the wildcard celebrates rodent heroes!

One of Alabama's most significant transportation projects is the I-10 Mobile River Bridge Project. Archaeologist Rachel Hines returns to In Focus to share the stories revealed by layers of artifacts. 

April 15th is significant because income taxes are due, but the Alabama Securities Commission's Amanda Senn visits In Focus with the bigger picture in mind. 

Today's In Focus brings you a preview of spring's upcoming concerts from the Montgomery Symphony's executive director, Bryan Reeves.