Afternoon Shift: High school sports, tribute to Bert Downing and a profile of Merri Dee

Afternoon Shift: High school sports, tribute to Bert Downing and a profile of Merri Dee
Photo: Flickr/USAG Humphreys
Afternoon Shift: High school sports, tribute to Bert Downing and a profile of Merri Dee
Photo: Flickr/USAG Humphreys

Afternoon Shift: High school sports, tribute to Bert Downing and a profile of Merri Dee

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WBEZ producer Becky Vevea gives us a look at the high school playoff season. Remembering Bert Downing, late owner of Carter’s Barbershop where Vocalo’s Barbershop Show is broadcast. Former WGN personality Merri Dee, has written her memoir called “Life Lessons On Faith, Forgiveness & Grace.”