Highlights of what you'll find in the March 2021 episode of Local Routes. The focus is on how local arts groups have come up new ways to reach audiences during COVID.
We meet a musician named Haiqiong Deng, who was born in Northwest China, but now calls North Florida her home. She says the traditional Chinese music she performs is shaped the nature she finds in her own backyard. Plus,...
This week on “Local Routes,” Rob Diaz de Villegas travels to the Munson Sandhills of the Apalachicola National Forest to learn how conservationists are working to reintroduce a tiny amphibian to the ecosystem. Mike Plummer travels to Thomasville...
In this episode we dive into the North Florida waterways to discover what archaeologist are learning about Florida's past. Plus, behind-the-scenes at Sweet Grass Dairy and Cheese Shop. We also preview the upcoming Vietnam: No Single Story, No...
How do you make a 6000 pound Asian Elephant feel at home in Southern Georgia? We find out when we go behind-the-scenes to a new local Elephant Refuge under construction. Plus, we explore a new section of the Florida...
Many creatures and plants live in the Apalachicola National Forest. Not only do we learn more about this home of the Eastern Diamond Backed Rattler, we discover efforts to bring back the striped newt to the forest's wetlands....
This episode focuses on efforts to preserving the local environment, art, and history for the next generation.
We go on an EcoAdventure to the Apalachicola Lowlands Preserve and learn more about family of conservationists who maintain its 80 acres. Plus,...
The first scholarship is awarded in memory of local musician Kathryn Belle Long
At 8:30 in the morning, I walk into the Tallahassee Museum, humidity clinging to my t-shirt, the thermostat already rising. A half-hour before the museum opens, I gather with my team from WFSU, Suzie Buzzo, an animal curator at...
Gradstock is approaching fast! We take a look at why we are holding these concerts to benefit the American Graduate project. We also meet three high school seniors who are working to create a bright future for themselves. We...
