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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Four South Florida men have been convicted in the 2021 assassination plot targeting Haitian President Jovenel Moïse. But there are lingering questions over what really happened in the months leading up to the killing. -
Public sector unions in Florida say they are under threat by a new law requiring at least 50% participation in certification and recertification votes. Two teachers union leaders give us reaction. -
In her final State of the City last week, Mayor Jane Castor highlighted investments made on her watch. “Florida Matters Live & Local” takes a closer look at what was said (infrastructure) and what was left out (stadiums). -
A hantavirus has captured the world’s attention, especially here in Florida, where the cruise industry has a big footprint. We’ll talk about how dangerous the disease really is and how cruise companies deal with outbreaks. -
Jet fuel prices are sky high, and air travelers are feeling it in their wallets. Now comes the sudden shuttering of Spirit airlines. How can flyers stay on budget? -
The 2024 hurricanes may be a distant memory for some. For St. Petersburg resident Kevin Batdorf, the floods that drenched his Shore Acres neighborhood prompted him to run for mayor. -
Adjusting to life out of prison can be challenging for people who’ve just completed their sentence. Could providing them with a basic income help them get back on their feet — and keep them out of jail? -
A vigil was held on Friday for two USF doctoral students whose remains were recovered in recent days. We get an update on the investigation into their deaths and talk with an expert about grief. -
Tampa's best secrets, decisions affecting schools, Florida caught mapping, soft cups and wine flutesOn "Live & Local," we catch up on a school district making difficult financial decisions, an important legislative vote – and non-vote – along with some unknowns and … ahem … unmentionables. -
Maria Scruggs wants to be St. Petersburg's mayor, and she's going to tell you why. Also, some hockey playoff talk and making a criminal case against artificial intelligence.
