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APT's Future in Jeopardy Amid PBS Funding Cuts

11/18/2025

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Alabama Public Television may sever ties with the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS).
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has cut nearly $3 million, prompting questions about APT's future.
A public meeting on November 18 will discuss the potential disaffiliation, and no public comments will be allowed.
Governor Kay Ivey has requested a public survey to gauge citizen opinions before any decision, as viewers advocate for continuing PBS programming.

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Alabama Public Television may sever ties with the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS).
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has cut nearly $3 million, prompting questions about APT's future.
A public meeting on November 18 will discuss the potential disaffiliation, and no public comments will be allowed.
Governor Kay Ivey has requested a public survey to gauge citizen opinions before any decision, as viewers advocate for continuing PBS programming.