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Ashley M. Jones is a Birmingham native and the current Poet Laureate for the State of Alabama. She talks with Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about how Alabama's revolutionary past shapes her experience as a resident of the Yellowhammer State. Plus, her takes on sweet vs salty grits, Alabama BBQ and how one of her childhood dreams may soon become reality!

This week, Don reviews "Marguerite By the Lake" by Mary Dixie Carter.

Pets may be prolific at fathering offspring but not always so good ad being fathers to their youngsters!

A bored cat is not a happy cat, and might even get into trouble if there is no stimulation that keeps it busy and content!

On this week's Keepin It Real, Cam Marston seems to think writers are a good bit like Labrador retrievers - they can't not chase the stick, and writers can't not tell a story.

This week, Don reviews "Lay Your Armor Down" by Michael Farris Smith.

Don't walk your dog in the heat of the day; find a time in early morning or in the evening, and stay on the grassy areas! Remember, your pet is barefoot!

Major Edward Madison Jr. has lived a life of service to others. He served his community as a deacon at his local church, he served his country in the United States Air Force, and he currently serves the people of Selma, Alabama as their city attorney. This week on StoryCorps, Major Madison explores how he discovered his passion for public service.

This week, Don reviews "The Bliss of Your Attention" by David Borofka.

A beach conversation earlier this week caught Cam's attention, and he asks if we've ever had so many known solutions to a common problem and ignored them.