I worked in television and radio in Flint and Detroit, but spent the majority of my Broadcasting career in television in the Lansing, Michigan market as a news anchor for WLNS-TV 6. I began there in late 1986 as the Morning and Noon News Anchor and left only when my husband, Terry Stanton, took a job as an anchor at the number one-rated NBC affiliate in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I was subsequently hired there as well as a general assignment reporter. We moved back to Michigan when my husband was hired to be the main anchor at WLNS! I was rehired at TV 6 to assume my duties as the Morning Anchor of the daily 5:30 to 7 amnews show. I stayed there for a couple more years before leaving to do some freelance work. I eventually signed up to do a morning talk show on WJIM radio with fellow journalist Steve Gruber. The show has gained in popularity, broadcasting all over the State of Michigan and beyond! I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Broadcasting/Journalism and have worked in television, radio and print--including the Lansing State Journal and The Lansing Business Monthly Magazine. While I enjoy all "branches" of the media, I really like the immediacy of radio--being able to bring a story of breaking news to the listener within a matter of seconds. The format of news-talk also allows for a more complete discussion of topics--not just bare bones essentials. Hearing what listeners think during the call-in show is also critical to a well-rounded discussion. As I mentioned, I am married and have been for 26 years and my husband and I have three sons, Brent, Ryan and Chris. I also am an animal lover and have 3 dogs.
Jo Anne Paul
Firing, Death Threats over Hugging? Justified or Not?
It may seem hard to believe, but a battle has been brewing in a small town in west Michigan over "hugging" and the controversy is escalating.
Ebola in Michigan?
A suspected case of Ebola in Michigan....turned out to be a false alarm.
Suspected Serial Rapist to be Arraigned in Michigan
A Tennessee truck driver, suspected in the sexual assaults of women there and in Michigan, Virginia and Missouri, is set to be charged today in District Court in Kalamazoo.
Michigan Added to the CDC Focus List
Those at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention already have their hands full dealing with ways to contain a potential outbreak of Ebola in this country, and now they're looking to determine how to protect the most vulnerable of our society against horrific side effects of Enterovirus D-68.
Mitt Romney Returns to State for “Com-MITT to Comeback” Rally
Michigan native Mitt Romney is back in the state. He's set to headline a rally today in support of Republicans in Michigan. But while "most" of those at the top of the ticket will be there, one big name will be missing.
Flu Season is Officially Here! Answers to Questions and Concerns from an Expert
The changing of the seasons isn't just bringing a chill to the air, it's bringing a whole host of viruses and today is officially the start of flu season.
While the debate continues over whether some vaccines can cause serious side effects or other health-related problems, most doctors say the best defense against Influenza is the flu shot or mist.
Case of Enterovirus Paralysis Reported in Michigan
A child in Washtenaw County has become the latest to be diagnosed with the D 68 strain of the Enterovirus and is showing signs of partial paralysis.
Wednesday is the All-Important School “Count Day”
School districts across the state are putting the finishing touches on plans to get students enrolled in school to be "in" those seats tomorrow.
Snyder Begins Town Hall Meetings But Not Without Criticism
One down and nine more to go. Governor Snyder is set to hold another of his town hall-style meetings on Thursday in the Detroit area after making his first appearance Monday night at the Bernhard Center at Western Michigan University.
But the road, if last night's event is any indication, might be a bit bumpy.
Jackson Police Investigating Death as Homicide
Police in Jackson, responding to reports of a gunshot early this morning, found a 20 year-old man gravely wounded.