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In Martin County, Ky., many residents haven't drunk water from their taps in years. The county is one of the poorest in America, and its water infrastructure is crumbling.

It's the first Saturday of the month and host Jacki Lyden and writer Paul Auster bring you the National Story Project from Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York. Interested in submitting a story? Send your stories to: PMB 206 123 7th Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11215. You can also email your submission to NationalStoryProject@npr.org. And for more information on the National Story Project and to read this month's stories please visit the National Story Project area.

Robert talks with Daniel Avshalomov (av-SHALL-uh-mahv), who has recently released a CD featuring his interpretation of music composed by his grandfather, father, and brother. Avshalomov is the violist for the American String Quartet. This solo project, though, turned out to be different from anything Avshalomov had ever done before, bringing together his feelings for his music and his family in a truly unique way. (8:00) ((STEREO)) ("Three Generations" is available on Albany Records. The company's telephone number is 518-453

John McCain has frequently criticized Barack Obama for a $3 million earmark for an "overhead projector" for a planetarium in Chicago. Paul Knappenberger, president of Chicago's Adler Planetarium, explains why this projector isn't just an everyday piece of classroom AV equipment.

Written, Choreographed, and Directed by UNC Charlotte Students

Gather Again is a collection of six original works by UNC Charlotte students: five one-act plays and an original dance piece. Touching on themes of identity, love, family, loyalty, and resilience, this celebration of new works will be directed, designed, managed, and performed by students. The show represents the culmination of nearly a year of writing, workshops, and readings under the guidance of Professor of Theatre Lynne Conner.

Tickets are $8-$18 for the general public. CoAA Faculty and staff and CoAA students are eligible for free tickets to this performance. Please log into your Niner account in the ticketing system to redeem.

President-elect Donald Trump has shown a willingness to browbeat American businesses to get what he wants — whether that's lower prices for the federal government or a pledge to keep jobs here in the United States. That's a departure from Republicans' traditional hands-off approach to business. But so far at least, Trump's not getting much resistance from his own party.

UPS and FedEx's fleets of MD-11 planes are grounded, which can each carry thousands of packages. Logistics experts say some cargo could shift to passenger planes, trains and trucks.

Trump will speak in Asheville on Wednesday as part of his bid for the White House in 2024. Community members should expect road closures.

The measure would remove a potential barrier to getting hearing aids by allowing Medicare beneficiaries to go to an audiologist for a hearing test to diagnose a hearing problem without a referral.

President Trump's nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court dominated the Sunday political shows, with Democrats accusing Republican senators of hypocrisy.

Four current and former Louisville police officers are facing federal civil rights charges related to the 2020 killing of Breonna Taylor.

Tivity Health, along with SilverSneakers, is hosting the 2024 Medal Dash, a virtual walk/run event called “Forever Fit,” this fall.

WHAT: Medal Dash™, Tivity Health and their SilverSneakers® brand will be hosting the 2024 Medal Dash™, a new virtual walk/run event, launching this Fall, specifically designed for the older adult community and their friends and families.
This event marks a significant milestone for Medal Dash™ as it expands its reach to a new audience segment. Traditionally focused on general fitness enthusiasts, Medal Dash™ will leverage the trusted SilverSneakers® brand to engage older adults and their families in a fun and supportive virtual fitness event.
The event will be called “Forever Fit®.” Participants can choose to walk or run any distance or participate in any way they are able to. They are encouraged to participate with friends and family showing that fitness can be fun and social. Those who register will receive a commemorative shirt and medal.
WHY: This virtual event offers an excellent opportunity for older adults to engage in a fun, supportive, and health-focused activity at their own pace. We are excited about the positive impact this event will have on the senior community.
WHO: The event will be open to all seniors along with their friends and family
WHEN: October 1 - November 31, 2024
WHERE: Participants can sign up or learn more on the Medal Dash website.

Doo-wop & R&B

The Drifters are back on the road performing their classic hits from the last six decades! The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll of fame, performed for the President of the United States, and is listed among the greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone magazine. Don’t miss their brand-new tour performing all the classic hits such as ‘Saturday Night at the Movies', ‘You’re ‘More Than A Number,’ ‘Come on Over to My Place’, ‘Up On The Roof,’ ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Kissin In The Back Row’, ‘Save The Last Dance For Me’, ‘Down On The Beach,’ ‘Hello Happiness’ and many, many more!

“How DNA Technology Can Reveal Identity, Ancestry, and Appearance in Forensic Science”
Deborah Rowell, USC Lancaster Instructor of Criminal Justice

Since its double helix structure was discovered by Watson and Crick in 1953, the potential for the use of DNA has been discussed by scientists, criminologists, genealogists, and many others. Join Professor Rowell as she traces the evolution of the use of DNA in forensic science and examines the future of this powerful tool for identification in criminal justice, anthropology, and beyond.

To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3R7JjSL

OVC is 35 years young! From awkward pre-teen stage to mid-life crisis, coming out to first love, we will take an amusing musical journey through some of life’s milestone moments, as well as celebrate the history of our organization and how far we’ve come. We assure you that this show will defy gravity!

Runtime: Approximately 2 hours, including a 20-minute intermission.
Show rating: R. Parental discretion advised.
Parking: Free parking available one block away from venue in the Hal Marshall Annex Lot (720 N College St.).

While many are familiar with the devastation endured by the Cherokee on the Trail of Tears, this is just part of a larger story. In the 1830s and '40s, the United States forcibly expelled 80,000 Native Americans from their homelands east of the Mississippi River. This historic undertaking fundamentally reshaped the United States and Native nations across eastern North America. Learn more about the motivations, resistance, and legacy of the many Indian Removals taking place in early U.S. history.

Presented virtually and in person; register at http://bit.ly/450bN8r

The Lady Huskies beat Louisville 93-60. Connecticut coach Geno Auriemma has now won eight women's championships. He's tied with former Tennessee coach Pat Summit for the most titles in the history of Division I women's basketball.

The Justice Department considers next steps after a judge dismissed felony charges against two former officers accused of lying to secure a search warrant before Breonna Taylor was killed by police.

It often falls to health care providers to discern whether the asylum-seekers who say they've been tortured or persecuted in their homeland bear physical and psychological evidence of that harm.

After a water plant in Louisville, Kentucky, saw a spike in a certain "forever chemical," their quest for answers led them hundreds of miles away.