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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Educator Group Quickly Ends Partnership With Reynolds Tobacco
The National School Boards Association cut their ties with Reynolds Tobacco. The education group partnered with the nation's second largest cigarette maker on a youth tobacco prevention program.
After Hour Licenses Draw Commissioner Ire
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Senate Candidates Debate For A Third Time
It was a heated discussion again Thursday night as the candidates for North Carolina's U.S. Senate seat met in their third and likely final debate.
Senator Kay Hagan (Dem-NC) and Speaker Thom Tillis were joined this time by the Libertarian candidate, Sean Haugh.
Supreme Court Keeps Controversial Voting Law In Place
If you are planning to vote in November's election, Friday is the last day to register.
Senate Candidate Debate Draws Sharp Differences
U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan (D-NC) and Republican rival Thom Tillis challenged each other again on what to do about the new terror threat overseas and they differ on gay marriage in North Carolina.
Outside Groups Buying Political TV Ads In NC
Outside groups spent close to $2 million on new television advertisements in the U.S. Senate race. One is from anti-abortion forces and the other from the nation's largest teachers union.
Winston-Salem Considers New Electronic Gaming Shops
The Winston-Salem City Council will address two rezoning proposals Monday for new electronic gaming shops, or sweepstakes business. But some residents are against the idea.