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
NC To Lose $51 Billion Over Medicaid, Study Finds
A new report suggests the decision by Gov. Pat McCrory and Republican lawmakers not to expand Medicaid coverage through the Affordable Care Act will cost North Carolina. The study indicates that more than $50 billion dollars in Federal funding will be lost.
State Gun Law At Odds With Rowan County Rules
Rowan County Commissioners are meeting Monday to consider changes surrounding weapons on county property. The new state concealed carry permits conflict with the county's current rules.
Winston-Salem Police Department Proposes Forensics Lab
CSI Winston-Salem? While there's no television series in the offing, the city's police department is looking at adding a forensics lab. Winston-Salem police have proposed getting a forensics lab at the Winston-Salem Police Department to analyze evidence related to their cases.
Cases Dismissed Against Five Moral Monday Protestors
A judge in Raleigh has dismissed five more cases against protesters arrested last summer at the General Assembly. The judge used recent Supreme Court rulings as a guide.
PETA Claims Harris Teeter Provider Mistreating Animals
The Harris Teeter food store chain and PETA are squaring off over milk and animal cruelty.
New Solar Farm Proposed In Forsyth County
A Florida company is proposing a solar farm project for Forsyth County. This would be the second solar project and comes as North Carolina utilities are trying to get more of their energy from renewable sources.
$1 Million Grant Will Keep Dental Clinic Open
A Winston-Salem dental clinic that serves Medicaid patients received a $1 million grant from a local charity, which will keep the Cleveland Avenue Dental Clinic in operation.