Evan Dawson is the host of Connections at WXXI. He covers a wide range of topics including culture, politics, and the environment, with a particular focus on the New York wine industry as the author of Summer in a Glass and managing editor for the New York Cork Report. He has been featured in WXXI News and WMHT.
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Evan’s coverage predominantly centers around local government and politics, with a focus on local events and expert commentary. Given this emphasis, individuals with expertise in local New York State policies or those actively involved in New York State political matters may find success reaching out to Evan.
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By: Megan Mack, Evan Dawson, Julie Williams
of Rochester City School District (RCSD) students are gearing up for a weekend of competition.
By: Evan Dawson, Julie Williams, Megan Mack
'Connections on the Road:' Youth mental health "Connections" goes on the road this hour.
"Connections" goes on the road this hour. A live audience joins us from the Early Learning Center in Greece, where we discuss youth mental health.
By: Megan Mack, Julie Williams, Evan Dawson
During "Connections" on 6/15/26, National Comedy Center executive director Journey Gunderson makes us laugh. But first, what you need to know about microplastics in order to protect your. health.
In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 6/15/26, did you know that Rochester is a hotbed for microplastics research? Our experts tell us what they've learned to help us protect our health.
During "Connections" on 6/17/26, the "Antiques Roadshow" team shares behind the scene stories from the show. Then, a special rebroadcast of a recent show on the importance of learning about history.
During "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 6/17/26, local Iranian Americans discuss the deal to end the war and what it will mean for Iran. Then, a new book on the science of improving team performance.
By: Julie Williams, Evan Dawson, Megan Mack
What do the best teams do differently? It's a question that's at the heart of a new book by social psychologist Ron Friedman.
Danielle Ponder on her new song, 'Power' Freedom Walk examines Rochester's role on the Underground Railroad
By: Julie Williams, Megan Mack, Evan Dawson
Rochester was a noted stop on the Underground Railroad, and now, you can be part of an event retracing a route from Maryland to Canada.
