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
At Least Two Tornados Hit Michigan, More Suspected
Storms moved through Michigan on Labor Day but now the National Weather Service is confirming what many had suspected--some of the damage caused was due to a tornado.
Police Agencies in Michigan Patrolling to Save Lives
Law enforcement agencies from across the state are again working to make this long Labor Day holiday weekend a safe one.
The Wolf Hunt Issue is Over…..Or Is It?
Michigan with a new wolf hunting law on the books.....but not until 2015, despite a vote taken by members of the State House on Wednesday. And that, is giving those opposed a chance to launch a legal challenge.
MLive.com is reporting today new questions that for those, who thought the vote this week giving the Department of Natural Resources Commission the say in when wolf hunts would be ordered,
Dad Acquitted in Murder of Driver Who Killed His Sons
Whether it was lack of evidence or jury nullification, the Texas father who lost two sons in a drunk driving accident is glad his murder trial is now over.
Senate Candidate Land Says Idea Will Give Michigan More Flexibility in Road Funding
Republican U. S. Senate candidate Terri Lynn Land is out with a road funding plan that is already generating some push back.
Storms Leave Michigan Underwater Again
It was, ironically, the day that teams from FEMA were in Michigan to assess damage from the rain storm that flooded parts of the southeast part of the state back on August 11th. But those crews found themselves really seeing--and feeling--what some in the state have been going through.
Debate Negotiator?
While Republican incumbant Governor Rick Snyder and his democratic challenger,Congressman Mark Schauer, agree that they should debate before voters head to the polls in November, that's apparently all they agree on.
The "debate impasse" is apparently so severe, that Schaeur has asked a fellow democrat to intervene and find a compromise.
Snyder Wants Review of State’s Waste Disposal Standards
Governor Snyder is ordering a review of standards in Michigan for accepting low-level radioactive waste after hearing such shipments--that are scheduled for Michigan--had been rejected by other states as too hazardous.
Is Your Job Killing You? Seriously!
New German research seems to indicate that those high-stress, high-paying jobs, could do more than increase your heart rate. It could increase your risk of diabetes.
The study reported by MSN.com found that those who reported a higher risk of type 2 diabetes were those who had to meet tight deadlines, had too much to do, or had conflicting demands made on their time...
Death of MSU Student Should Serve as Warning to Others
While the investigation continues into the death of a student at Michigan State University, there is speculation that excessive alcohol consumption is what contributed to the woman's death.
And if that is the case, then parents everywhere should take the news as a wake-up call.