Area Code 276 News

Interview with Filmaker David Radford

Filmaker, David Radford joins us in studio to talk about his new release, Thin Black Line. Currently showing at the Abingdon Cinemall, Radford plans to enter the film in festivals and turn it into a feature lenght production. Scoring by Dave Eggar. TICKETS [https://www.cinemall.com/movies/1000040902-the-thin-black-line/]

Vinyl Reflections: Vernon Dalhart

Dalhart was the first artist to record a million-selling country hit with the two-sided 78 RPM disc featuring “The Wreck of the Old ’97” and “The Prisoner’s Song.” Both recordings are enshrined in the Grammy Hall of Fame, but despite his massive impact, Dalhart’s legacy has often been overlooked. The Jackson Theatre hopes to shine a light on his legacy through an upcoming performance titled “Vernon Dalhart: First Country Music Star” on Friday, April 17 at 7 p.m. TICKETS [https://thejacksontheatre.com/events/first-star-of-country-music-vernon-dalhart-presented-by-the-international-storytelling-center-and-the-jackson-theatre/]

Steve Fisher Remembrance

David St. Clair remembers his late great friend and colleague.

Theresa Burriss and Suzanne Stryk

Theresa Burriss hosts a conversation with Suzanne Stryk [https://suzannestryk.com/], artist and author. This aired on WEHC 90.7 FM on April 14, 2025.

Flack Attack

Emory & Henry University Vice President for Community Engagement & Economic Development, Theresa Burriss, interviews "outsider" artist, Jason "Jay" Flack, in this WEHC production. Jason's art exhibit, "The Flack Attack: Appalachian Battery," is featured at the William King Museum of Art in Abingdon, VA, from July 18, 2024 - January 19, 2025 (https://www.williamkingmuseum.org/exhibit/flack-attack-the-appalachian-battery/ [https://www.williamkingmuseum.org/exhibit/flack-attack-the-appalachian-battery/]). In their conversation, Jason shares his inspiration for creating art, as well as his drive and determination to both represent and impact his community, while inspiring youth to follow their passions.