Amelie Horace
Producer, Report for America Corps MemberI'm the engagement reporter and producer for WUSF's Florida Matters Live & Local through Report for America.
My goal is to bring Floridians on our show and connect their stories with the greater community. I want our listeners to not just feel like the show is for them, but literally about them, and hope they feel inspired to reach out and tell us about their lives.
After an interest in photography and yearbook throughout my childhood, I decided to seriously pursue journalism as my major at Mercer University. I focused on local news, travel journalism, and infrastructure issues in rural communities while studying abroad and reporting for The Macon Newsroom. I also covered economic success, breaking news, arts and culture, while interning at 13WMAZ, Macon’s CBS station, and as intern for Macon Magazine and Macon Arts Alliance.
In my senior year, I started a podcast on Waffle House and its cultural impact on society as it celebrates its 70th anniversary. This experience really fueled my passion for audio storytelling and eventually led me to WUSF after I graduated in 2025.
As someone who was born and bred in Georgia, Florida is not too much of a culture shock, but I am excited to be much closer to water. When I’m not at work, I’m probably reading contemporary romances, playing with my guinea pigs, or trying new foods.
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A little outdoorsy talk on "Florida Matters Live & Local." Amid the rise of pickleball, the USTA says there aren't enough public tennis courts in the state. Is there room for both? Also, why do hikers love flat ol' Florida? -
A federal jury found Ticketmaster and Live Nation were acting as a monopoly. An outspoken local club owner who trekked to Washington, D.C., to share his views with lawmakers talks about the challenges. -
The budget may be complete, but lawmakers are back at the Capitol to cut property taxes. We take a look at the governor's plan. Also, have you ever worried that something you posted online could affect your job? -
Our series of hurricane prep programs covers legal questions and important home documents. How do you pick up the pieces after the storm is gone? -
Whether you’re a longtime Floridian or a newbie to this hurricane business, preparing for storm season can be quite intimidating. Our expert panel has some answers. -
Forecasters expect eight to 14 storms this hurricane season, which starts Monday and runs through November. Why are forecasters calling for fewer storms than average and what should you pay attention to? -
What is a love bug? And why do they give their lives for a little smooch with our car grills? We have an expert on “Florida Matters: Live & Local” with the facts. -
Another candidate vying to be St. Petersburg's mayor is in the studio. Meet Jim Large, a longtime fire chief who says he's a public servant, not a politician. He fills us in on his vision for the city. -
There is plenty of support for a plan to build a Rays stadium in Tampa. But there are skeptics, and the most vocal is on "Florida Matters Live & Local." Commissioner Joshua Wostal gives specifics ahead of some big votes. -
Preserving Black cemetery history, more Capitol drama, Brady list investigation, an artist's 'Realm'Thousands of Black cemeteries have been destroyed, built over or fallen into disrepair. Hear about a movement to protect them that started at USF.
