A new study confirms scientists' suspicions and residents' fears: that people born and raised in coastal Southern Georgia carry the legacy of toxic pollution produced by nearby industry. The study, conducted by Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health, found broad, community-level human exposure to banned toxicants, including specific types of polychlorinated biphenyls — or PCBs — and pesticides like toxaphene, known to be produced only at Brunswick-area factories. The Georgia city is home to 23 Superfund sites, including four that are either already on or proposed for the EPA’s National Priorities List. We talk to the scientists behind the study about what their research shows and what may be next for residents impacted.
Guests:
- Noah Scovronick, assistant professor of environmental health at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health.
- Dana Barr, researcher and professor of environmental health at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health.
Then, a champion for arts education and community creativity. We discuss the life and legacy of former Douglas Anderson and LaVilla School of the Arts Principal Jane Condon ahead of an upcoming celebration of life this weekend. The event will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at LaVilla School of the Arts and will feature live performances by current and former students (including DA alumni who participated in the first-ever Extravaganza, which Condon created).
Guests:
- Mark O’Connor, retired teacher at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts.
- Carol Grimes, co-author of Chosen by Jane, Lumen Theatre board member.
- Chris Banks, director of the LaVilla Band, LaVilla School of the Arts.
And, the “Rule of Red” is the guiding creative principal at an upcoming Art Walk show at The Lark gallery on Hogan Street. Artist Meredith Mason stops by to give a preview of her paper clay creations, ranging from abstract sculptures to household items and decor.
Guests:
- Mere Mason, abstract and ceramic artist.