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.
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Forsyth's Election Board Wants New Equipment
The Forsyth County Board of Elections wants to buy $1.5 million worth of new voting equipment. Now the county commissioners have to decide if they will fund the request.
McCrory Touts Medicaid Flexibility To President
North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory says he'll talk with President Barack Obama about getting the flexibility to shape a state-specific health care plan. The governor spoke about his plans to hundreds of business leaders on Monday.
Wake Forest Baptist Tightens Visitor Flu Rules
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center joined other Triad hospitals yesterday when they placed restrictions on visitors due to the increase in flu cases.
Salem Printing Expands Into New Space
Winston-Salem-based Salem Printing is planning to open a new facility at the South Park Business Center in Kernersville early next year. The new Kernersville space is part of a long-term goal for the company to double its revenue.
Mr. Tillis Goes To Washington
The state legislature stands in the rearview mirror for Thom Tillis after four years as one of the most powerful politicians in the state government. After defeating Democratic incumbent Kay Hagan in November, Tillis has now turned his eyes to Capitol Hill.
External Trauma Ruled Out In Homeless Death
The Guilford County's Chief Medical Examiner's office ruled out external trauma as a cause of death for a homeless man in Greensboro on Monday. Steve Christian collapsed while being handcuffed by police at Wesley Long Hospital.
Sheriff Receives Award; Awaiting Federal Lawsuit Results
Alamance County Sheriff Terry Johnson was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine this week for a second time. Johnson received North Carolina's highest civilian honor despite a federal lawsuit accusing him of racial profiling.
Senator-Elect Tillis Bringing In Mix Of Staff
Thom Tillis is putting together his staff for when he heads to Washington. As WFDD's Michael Burke reports, the new staff includes both long time associates and Capital Hill veterans.