Alex Pfenenger
ReporterAlex Pfenenger is a student intern in the Alabama Public Radio newsroom. He is a senior at the University of Alabama studying Creative Media. He has a passion for creating audio content, which lead him to podcasting and radio work. In his free time, Alex enjoys watching sports, listening to music, and serving at the local church.
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ChatGPT and artificial intelligence (AI) are both making headlines. Computer programs that generate pictures and fill out spreadsheets are one thing, but education experts are inquiring about both technology’s use in college lecture halls in Alabama. -
Alabamians are invited to discover their own history. The Alabama Department of Archives and History is continuing to host workshops to help locals learn more about their roots and family trees. -
An Alabama boating company invites locals to show their patriotic side. Russell Marine’s Fourth of July Parade hopes to bring people from across the state to celebrate the American holiday. The parade is a tradition of the Lake Martin area with spectators lining up along the shoreline -
An Alabama city is hosting camps to get locals into nature this summer. The City of Orange Beach Wind and Water Learning Center is putting on several camps throughout the season, teaching participants about sailing kayaking and other water activities. -
Alabamians are being invited to discover their own history. The State’s Department of Archives and History is hosting workshops to help locals learn more about their family trees. -
An Alabama zoo is raising awareness for a beloved endangered zoo animal. Today marks World Giraffe Day and it hopes to raise awareness for giraffes across the world in their fight against extinction. -
Alabama city officials are encouraging musicians of all ages to put on a show. The Huntsville Music Office is partnering with Huntsville Hospital Music Therapy to put on Make Music Day on Wednesday, June 21st. -
The state GOP is hosting the former president as the keynote speaker for its annual summer dinner in August. This announcement follows Trump’s federal indictment for allegedly keeping classified documents. -
"Raptors" are paying a visit to the Homewood Public Library. On June 20, handlers from the Alabama Wildlife Center will bring three to four different birds for a children’s event in the facility's large auditorium. -
The “Nostalgic Blockbusters” series will show films every Tuesday (except the 4th of July) until July 11th. Some of the featured films in the lineup include The Goonies, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and E.T. The Extra -Terrestrial.
