
APT executive director shares history and vision for public television
Alabama was the first state in the nation with an educational television network, Roy Clem, executive director of APT, told Alabama Media Professionals members during the group’s monthly meeting Feb. 14. Clem discussed APT’s journey and plans for future programming while also sharing his insights into broadcast journalism. The Alabama Legislature created the Educational Television Commission to equalize educational opportunities in Alabama, especially in rural areas. APT bega