As federal funding for public broadcasting faces unprecedented cuts, the viability of smaller radio stations like Blue Ridge Public Radio, crucial during emergencies, is jeopardized.
Ribot emphasized, "We're choosing to live every single day with a lot of intention" as they navigate the challenges of Rios' Alzheimer's disease diagnosis.
âThe cuts left thousands of researchers in limbo as national funding agencies slashed their budgets, leading to stalled research projects and a fight for emergency support.â