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
Legislation on Discrimination Getting Mixed Reviews
A pair of bills being discussed at the state Capitol would more fully define anti-discrimination policies in the state. And while offering additional protections for gays in Michigan, they would also protect religious beliefs.
Group Looking to Keep Term Limits “Rides” Into Lansing
Those traveling near the state Capitol today may have to do a double-take. A 10-foot wooden horse is set to stand in front of the Capitol Building today with a message: don't touch term limits!
The group of the same name is organizing the effort to send a message to lawmakers thinking of eliminating or changing the limits in Michigan...
Michigan Nurses Demand State Ebola Protocol
Registered nurses are taking their concerns over Ebola directly to Governor Snyder today wanting the governor to issue a statewide policy for how hospitals should deal with the deadly virus.
Event to Try Michigan-Made Food
Those looking to sample a number of Michigan-made products are getting their chance today at the Lansing Center.
The Making It In Michigan Conference and Premier Specialty Food Show is being sponsored by the MSU Product Center to bring together the public and over 150 vendors with the objective of bringing services directly to the consumer and finding ways to be more responsive to their needs.
Rea
New Leadership for Michigan Legislature
The elections signaled a changing of the guard at the state capitol with new leaders being chosen to take the state forward for the coming years.
Plans Already in the Works to Challenge Court of Appeals Ruling on Michigan’s Gay Marriage Ban
Those at the center of the challenge of Michigan's ban on same-sex marriage say they won't be deterred by the ruling of the 6th U. S. Circuit Court of Appeals Thursday that allowed for the ban to stay in place in Michigan and three other states.
Search for Missing Michigan Toddler
Update: The two-year old girl missing from her home in Tawas City was found Thursday in a heavily wooded area with the help of tracking dogs. The girl, missing for nearly a full day when she was discovered, looked to be suffering from some cuts and bruises and possible problems associated with exposure to the cold temperatures, but is expected to recover fully. There is still no word on how she
How the Numbers Fell in Tuesday’s Election
Democrats brought in the big guns, including President Obama himself, in their get-out-the-vote efforts this election cycle, but in the end, fell short of what was needed to take the governor's seat. In fact, had more turned out to cast a ballot, we could be looking at an entirely different political landscape.
How Could Polls Be So Wrong? And Who Changed the Numbers?
Most of the polls showed the governor's race in Michigan in a dead-heat. Some actually gave the edge to Democratic challenger Mark Schauer. But in the end, Governor Snyder pulled off the win and not just by a point or two, begging the question: what went wrong with the polls?
Voters Say No to Wolf Hunting Questions
Despite a major push by hunters to approve the two statewide ballot proposals Tuesday that would have further regulated wolf hunting in the state, the issues went down to defeat.