Michael Burke
Michael Burke hosted his first radio show at the age of nine – granted, it was in his basement, with a 45-rpm record changer, a tin can with holes for a mic and only ‘broadcast' as far as the stairs, but the die was cast. Raised in Delaware, Michael worked at a local radio station in high school, then became a journalist and broadcaster in the US Navy. Over a career spanning more than two decades, Michael worked in radio and television in Greece, Italy, Midway Island, and numerous ships, including the battleship Wisconsin during Desert Storm. He also served as a shipboard broadcasting instructor for the Department of Defense's Information School.
Michael received his Associate in Fine Arts degree from Forsyth Tech and Bachelor of Science degree in Communications from East Carolina University. He is active in local theater, both as an actor and director. He and his wife live in Winston-Salem with their four children.
Stories from this Author
Election Board Won't Argue Constitutionality Of GSO Redistricting
Guilford County's Board of Elections has responded to the county redistricting lawsuit. Lawyers for the board argued that they shouldn't take a position on the constitutionality of the new law.
Both Chambers Struggle Towards Budget Compromise
North Carolina legislators have finished up their first week back from vacation. There's little to publicly show toward getting a state budget finalized.
Military Training Exercises Over Tank Farm In Greensboro
While driving by PTI today, don't panic if there are military helicopters flying low over the tank farm, with uniformed troops high-lining down to the array of storage tanks. It's the state's National Guard doing some training.
City Funds May Assist Civil Rights Museum
The International Civil Rights Center and Museum in Greensboro may soon gain a financial boost. It's hoping for $250,000 from taxpayers.
Greensboro Redistricting Hearing Could Be Next Week
A judge has been assigned in the federal lawsuit filed by Greensboro over the recent City Council redistricting. A hearing in the case could take place as early as next week.
Greensboro Opens Legal Fight To Restore Government
The City of Greensboro and six citizens are filing a lawsuit against changes to the structure of its government. The General Assembly passed the controversial House Bill 263 two weeks ago.
South Getting First Big Wind Farm
The idea of a commercial scale wind farm in the South is not just a lot of hot air. A Spanish firm, Iberdrola Renewables, has found a buyer for its power and is ready to build in coastal Carolina.