David Fair

March Against Monsanto comes to Ann Arbor

David Fair — Fri, 24 May 2013 13:07:02 +0000

Downtown Ann Arbor, on Saturday, will be the site of a protest march and rally. The "March Against Monsanto" will begin at 1 pm on the University of Michigan central campus Diag, and proceed to Hanover Square Park for the rally. On "Morning Edition" today, WEMU's David Fair caught up with the woman who organized the protest, Kryssi Jones.

Cinema Chat: Cinetopia, Whiskey and Fast Cars!

David Fair and Amanda Bynum — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:44:32 +0000

On this week's edition of "Cinema Chat" WEMU's David Fair has a different co-host. While Russ Collins spent the morning toiling elsewhere, Michigan Theater Program Director Amanda Bynum filled in to provide all of the movie information you'll need.

Issues of the Environment: Prescribed Ecological Burns

David Fair — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:57:02 +0000

In this week's installment of Issues of the Environment, WEMU's David Fair explores the importance of prescribed ecological burns in our area parks. The guest this week is David Borneman. David is Natural Areas Preservation Manager for the City of Ann Arbor.

Cinema Chat: Into the Woods, Star Trek Into Darkness and More

David Fair and Russ Collins — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:33:21 +0000

There are new films opening in the are this week, and it is the season for film festivals. In this week's installment of "Cinema Chat" WEMU's David Fair and Michigan Theater Executive Director Russ Collins cover all of it for you, beginning with discussion of a new, lavish movie musical that's in the works.

Issues of the Environment: Using Technology to Protect Birds at Wind Farms

David Fair — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:47:52 +0000

In this week's installment, WEMU's David Fair looks at how technology will help spare the lives of birds around windmill farms, and better map delicate ecosystems. The guest this week is Russell Conard. Russell is Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer for the Washtenaw County start-up company Ornicept.

For more info on Ornicept's work: ornicept.com

Cinema Chat: The Great Gatsby, From Up on Poppy Hill, Mud, and more!

David Fair and Russ Collins — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:06:45 +0000

The Great Gatsby opens in theaters this weekend! In this week's installment of Cinema Chat, WEMU's David Fair and Russ Collins discuss several film options for the weekend and preview the upcoming Cinetopia Film Festival. The conversation began, however, with some sad news out of Hollywood.

Issues of the Environment: Restoring Native Rattlesnake Habitat

David Fair — Wed, 08 May 2013 13:15:30 +0000

Rattlesnakes in Washtenaw County! They're here, and they serve a purpose. Unfortunately their habitat has been threatened, but a project is underway to help. Joining WEMU's David Fair on Issues of the Environment is Steven Parrish, Steven is the Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake Habitat Restoration Project Manager and Natural Areas Specialist at Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum. Together, David and Steven discuss work in Washtenaw County on the Eastern Massasauga Habitat Restoration and Education Project.

Washtenaw County Election Results 5/7/13

David Fair — Wed, 08 May 2013 02:35:41 +0000

A light ballot in Washtenaw County on Tuesday day means relatively quick results. The results, keep in mind, are unofficial until certified by the Board of Canvassers.

Voters in Dexter Village have opted to continue moving forward with the process of becoming a city. The measure passed on a vote of 460-to-408. The next step will be the election of a nine-member charter commission. Once a draft charter is adopted and passed by the state, incorporation into city-hood will go before a vote of the people.

First Friday Focus on the Environment

David Fair and Lisa Wozniak — Fri, 03 May 2013 12:36:10 +0000

The Obama administration wants to continue funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative at its current level of $300 million, but is it enough? This month's First Friday Focus on the Environment from WEMU examines how the initiative has helped the Great Lakes. Our guest is the Executive Director of the National Wildlife Federation's Great Lakes Regional Center, Andy Buchsbaum.

Cinema Chat: The Jewish Film Festival, The Great Gatsby in 3D and more!

Russ Collins and David Fair — Thu, 02 May 2013 12:49:35 +0000

Film festivals galore, including Cinetopia, Jewish Film Festival; Iron Man 3, new openings downtown, and much more on this week's Cinema Chat from WEMU.

Issues of the Environment: Oil Pipeline in Washtenaw

David Fair — Wed, 01 May 2013 13:10:33 +0000

Hidden dangers posed by underground oil pipelines could threaten the Huron River. Laura Rubin is Executive Director of the Huron River Watershed Council, and she's our guest on this week's Issues of Environment from WEMU.

The Green Room: 35 years of Recycle Ann Arbor

Barbara Lucas and David Fair — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:44:03 +0000

From a half-dozen college students with a beat up truck to a major business, Barbara Lucas traces the 35 year history of Recycle Ann Arbor on The Green Room from WEMU.

Joybox Express Prepares to Roll

David Fair — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:02:21 +0000

Mr. B's Joybox Express is getting ready to bike the length of the Mississippi River, from Minnesota to New Orleans this fall, and WEMU is getting ready to follow the ride. Mark Braun, aka Mr. B., spoke with WEMU's David Fair about the project and what the Joybox entourage plans to do along the way.

Cinema Chat: Cinetopia Film Festival details released; Star Wars; and more

Russ Collins and David Fair — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:31:34 +0000

Star Wars galore! Michigan premieres! Lights, cameras, action! It's Cinema Chat from WEMU.

A Great Year and Good Future for EMU

David Fair — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:43:51 +0000

Eastern Michigan University President Susan Martin assesses the past academic year at EMU, and her expectations for the school's future with WEMU's David Fair.

Issues of the Environment: Waste Reduction at WCC

David Fair — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:26:17 +0000

This week's Issues of the Environment from WEMU examines Washtenaw Community College's efforts to reduce, recycle, and now, compost. Our guest is WCC's Facilities Maintenance Manager, Barry Wilkens.

Cinema Chat: Love and Honor, the Oscars, Bond, Star Wars and more

David Fair and Amanda Bynum — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:15:45 +0000

Oscars moving for the Olympics; New Star Wars news; new openings downtown, and much more on this week's Cinema Chat from WEMU.

Amanda Bynum is Director of Programming and Education at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor.

Issues of the Environment: Fair Food Systems

David Fair — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:12:14 +0000

Find out more about fair food systems on this week's Issues of the Environment from WEMU. Our guest is Oran Hesterman, who discusses fair food systems in Washtenaw County, and some of the ways in which the county is working to provide equitable access to sustainable foods for all residents.

Documentary Explores Small Town Race Relations

David Fair — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 13:20:30 +0000

Cinema Chat: The Ann Arbor Film Festival

David Fair and Russ Collins — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 12:41:23 +0000

The 51st annual Ann Arbor Film Festival is underway. Everything you need to know about it is on this week's Cinema Chat from WEMU.