Poppy Jacobs
ReporterPoppy Jacobs is an international student from England interning at Alabama Public Radio. Poppy majors in Political Science and Philosophy. She plans to pursue a career in journalism after completing her studies. In her free time, Poppy enjoys watching sports, particularly soccer (“football”) and Formula 1 motorsports, as well as reading, working out and travelling with her friends.
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Alabama is the latest state attempting to pass new laws that prohibit drag performances. The bill, which was filed, is similar to the Tennessee’s recent anti-drag legislation. Supporters say the legislation safeguards children. -
Visitors to the city of Auburn may have to make room for dinosaurs. The community is hosting its twenty-second annual CityFest. The theme of this year’s festivities is “Jurassic Journey” tomorrow in Kiesel Park.
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Auto racers will be visiting Alabama later this month as part of the Children of Alabama’s Indy Grand Prix
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The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts turns its spotlight to an Alabama quiltmaker. Yvonne Wells is the first in the museum’s new “spotlight series” that aims to showcase signature pieces of selected artists.
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APR intern Poppy Jacobs from the UK recounts her experience of going to Opp's Rattlesnake Rodeo for the first time. Poppy also talks about her other "firsts" since coming to Alabama from England.
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TikTok might soon be gone for good. Going forward with the ban will impact students at The University of Alabama who have found in the TikTok spotlight. The phenomenon of “Bama Rush” has become a huge event on the platform, amassing millions of viewers worldwide.
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The American Red Cross is on the lookout for military support from medical professionals in Alabama. The non-profit is searching for health specialists to help military members, veterans and their families through its resiliency program.
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The National Weather Service says temperatures in February were the hottest on record, with record breaking highs reported in several Alabama cities.
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Alabama legislators may soon make it illegal to hold your phone while you drive. A bill up for consideration in the legislative session would make all phone use during driving a punishable offense. Texting and driving is illegal in Alabama. But drivers can still use their phone to change songs or check directions.
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The Monroeville Literary Festival, a project of the Monroe County Museum, is hosting several best-selling authors and poets its famous courthouse beginning Friday. The majority of events are held in the Monroeville Courthouse, made famous as the setting for Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird.
