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
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Auto Sales Up
Auto analysts were expecting a modest gain among the nation's automakers, and it looks like the numbers are heading in the right direction.
East Lansing’s MSU-Ohio State Game Takes Center Stage
East Lansing will be the focus of football fans all over the country when the Michigan State University Spartans take on the Buckeyes of Ohio State. And the big game is also attracting a big production.
Two Michigan Universities Gain National Attention as Best in the World
Michigan State University and the University of Michigan have been long considered standouts in this state. But now a new study puts numbers on their distinction.
More in Michigan Being Monitored for Ebola
Michigan health officials now say 10 people are being monitored for possible Ebola, but they say none has tested positive for the deadly virus.
Chrysler Out with Another Recall
Chrysler officials announced today that the company is recalling nearly 400,000 pickup trucks in the latest round of safety concerns.
Michigan Now with Ebola Concerns
The Ebola problem may have reached Michigan. The Detroit News is reporting today that 8 people in the state are being monitored for signs of the virus.
Renovations of Lansing Stadium Already Over Budget?
Most were in favor of the renovations proposed for Cooley Law School Stadium in downtown Lansing, but now that all the details are known, some are questioning the price and whether other projects will suffer down the road.
MSP Join in Effort to Protect Residents Against “Scary” Things
The latest safety effort by the Michigan State Police is targeting a younger generation and using Halloween-type fun to help.
Workplace Fatality Rate with some Mixed Numbers
The number of those who died in job-related incidents in the state is actually down from recent years, but because more are working today, the numbers could suggest otherwise.