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The Down East Journal

The Down East Journal (02/15/13)

PRE News & Ideas | By Jared Brumbaugh

Published February 12, 2013 at 9:11 AM EST

Imagine… advancing through school hiding the fact that you don’t know how to read. This week on the Down East Journal, we speak with a New Bern man who read his first book at age 48, and has since published two books. On this week’s program, he shares his passion to support literacy in eastern North Carolina. Listen for the Down East Journal, Friday at noon on PRE, Public Radio East. Catch the rebroadcast Saturday at noon on PRE, Public Radio East, News and Ideas at 88.5 WZNB New Bern, 91.5 WBJD Atlantic Beach-Beaufort, 90.3 WKNSKinston- Goldsboro, and 88.1 in Greenville.

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Jared Brumbaugh

Jared Brumbaugh is the Assistant General Manager for Public Radio East. An Eastern North Carolina native, Jared began his professional public radio career at Public Radio East while he was a student at Craven Community College earning his degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. During his 15+ years at Public Radio East, he has served as an award-winning journalist, producer, and on-air host. When not at the station, Jared enjoys hiking, traveling, and honing his culinary skills.

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