Cara Halford, Author at Current

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Author: Cara Halford

Cara Halford is a third-year journalism student at American University in Washington, D.C. Her passion for public media started at an early age, listening to Idaho’s NPR station Boise State Public Radio. Prior to this role, Cara interned for Reporters Without Borders USA as well as Street Sense Media. She is currently the Managing Editor of News for The Eagle, American University's student-run newspaper.

Programs/Content

Regional newsroom expands collaboration in eastern Kentucky

“The Appalachia News Exchange is all about creating a healthy news ecosystem,” said Ryan Van Velzer, managing editor of the Appalachia + ...

By Cara Halford
July 29, 2026
Development

KNKX receives $1M donation to boost fundraising initiative

The Connect Northwest campaign aims to expand the station’s staff, technology and news coverage.

By Cara Halford
July 16, 2026
System/Policy

Wyoming’s public TV network plans to drop PBS branding

The new branding will reflect the state network’s renewed focus on content that better reflects Wyoming’s communities.

By Cara Halford
July 8, 2026
System/Policy

GBH receives $500K boost from the state of Massachusetts

The fiscal year 2027 support is unusual for the state, which doesn't typically provide funding for public broadcasters.

By Cara Halford
July 1, 2026
Programs/Content

Missouri PBS station steps into the ring with pro wrestling

KMOS hopes its weekly broadcasts of Show-Me State Wrestling will connect with local viewers.

By Cara Halford
June 22, 2026

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