Beste WHRO Podcasts (2025)

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National Park Service studying potential Heritage Area centered around the Great Dismal Swamp 1:04

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Federal officials are hosting several virtual public meetings this week about the concept.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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NC creates job site to attract fired federal workers and others to state jobs 0:37

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The site lists more than 1100 jobs with state agencies, including positions in healthcare, law enforcement and financial services.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Hampton Roads officials kick off series of litter cleanups 0:51

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You can learn more and register at AskHRGreen.org.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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New preschool centers prompt WJCC to explore redistricting for 2026

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Moving pre-K to new buildings will lessen overcrowding at elementary schools.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Suffolk lost about 1.8% of its active farm land from 2023 to 2024.

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Agricultural Advisory Committee Chair David Bosselman shared the information in his state of agriculture update with City Council.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Report highlights alarming bird population declines 0:56

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Shorebird species -- which rely on coastal Virginia -- are particularly imperiled, officials say.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Virginia Beach begins clearing more than 5,000 trees at Pleasure House Point 1:01

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City officials say converting forested land into wetlands is necessary to earn legal credits that will allow them to move forward with public works projects elsewhere.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Chesapeake Veteran clinic to open short-staffed 0:50

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The new Chesapeake VA Clinic will open with less than a third of the required staff. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh says Sen.Tim Kaine and Rep. Bobby Scott blame staff cuts imposed by the VA.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Youngkin pitches fired federal workers on Virginia jobs 1:02

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The Republican governor advertised 250,000 open jobs across the state at an event in Virginia Beach Tuesday.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Suffolk Public Schools and Suffolk Transit are partnering to help families with transportation challenges

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Suffolk schools will distribute 200 free all-day bus passes to parents and guardians.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Gen. MacArthur's famous hat in Norfolk is Virginia's favorite 'endangered artifact' 1:01

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The MacArthur Memorial recently won $1,000 from the Virginia Association of Museums to conserve the item the infamous general wore more than 70 years ago.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Navy sends mixed message on shipyard firings 0:48

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The Navy is sending mixed messages about potential firings at public shipyards and maintenance facilities. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Two Hampton Roads colleges are heading to the NCAA basketball tournament

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The William & Mary's women's basketball team will make its first NCAA tournament appearance. Norfolk State's women are taking on the University of Maryland, and the NSU men face one-seed University of Florida.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Williamsburg City Councl selects contractor to build new library building downtown

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Hourigan Construction beat out two Williamsburg-based firms for the project, expected to cost upwards of $40 million.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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In pursuit of the true British pub experience, Smithfield tavern earns top mark for serving ‘cask ale’ 1:02

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The Fiddlin' Pig becomes just the 15th bar in America to earn the UK certification.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Hampton City Council signals early support for employee raises, property tax rate cuts in 2026

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The city wants residents' input to complete a draft budget.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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USS Nimitz to change home port to Norfolk 0:42

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The first Nimitz class carrier will return to Norfolk for its final assignment. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Offshore wind staging area now complete at Portsmouth Marine Terminal 0:50

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The $223 million project is meant to help Dominion Energy store and transfer equipment for its Virginia Beach wind farm.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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York County veteran sues landlord, alleging housing discrimination 0:48

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The disabled mother of two says the property owner filed to evict her family despite offers from the state and a veteran’s group to pay her rentVon 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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New agricultural specialist envisions bright future for Suffolk farmers

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Julia Hillegass sees opportunities to preserve farmland, promote agritourism and strengthen agricultural education.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Which groups might get more -- or less -- money from Williamsburg?

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Advisory boards and staff presented proposed funding to council members as the city continues developing its 2026 budget.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Federal cuts could ‘spell disaster’ for the Chesapeake Bay, local leaders worry 1:02

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The massive, multi-state effort to clean up the bay was already at a turning point and now faces additional challenges.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Virginia voters could decide RGGI's fate before the courts do 0:52

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According to an expert with the University of Richmond School of Law.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Blamed by brewery for closure, some Norfolk residents embrace the “Local Woke Mob” label 1:00

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The closing of the controversial Armed Forces Brewing Company sparked an amused victory lap from opponents who turned the company’s excuse for its closure into merchandise and a rallying cry.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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VA director steps down 0:43

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The interim director of the Hampton VA system has stepped down. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Norfolk seeks designation as federal 'proving ground' for nature-based solutions to flooding 0:53

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The Army Corps operates a handful of Proving Grounds around the country through Engineering with Nature, an arm of the agency meant to boost flooding infrastructure that also benefits the surrounding environment.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Suffolk property values are up more than $1 billion in 2025

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Residential and agricultural properties on average increased more than 6% in 2024. Commercial properties jumped 7.8%.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Suffolk capital improvements plan projects $2 billion in investment over 10 years

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The money will go toward replacing school buildings, modernizing fire stations and several road and utility system upgrades.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Hampton Roads farmers face uncertainty about tariff impact

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Suffolk Agricultural Advisory Committee Chair and farmer David Bosselman says growers in the region had already seen dipping commodity prices for crops like cotton and soybeans before new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Virginia Beach cracking down on drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses

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Officials estimate approximately 13,000 violations occur each week in the city.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Two Norfolk buildings are on the list of properties the federal government may try to sell 0:52

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The General Services Administration, which oversees properties and leases for the federal government, published and then took down a list of 443 properties across the nation that it said were "non-core" to providing government services.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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DOD freezes civilian hires 0:40

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About 60,000 federal civilian workers live in Hampton Roads, many working under the banner of the Department of Defense. It's unclear how many positions will be frozen or what will happen to those jobs.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Community leaders working on climate 'resilience hub' at Portsmouth church 0:56

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A coalition including environmental nonprofits and Virginia Wesleyan University will host an “extreme heat town hall” at New Bethel Baptist this weekend.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Congressman Bobby Scott invites fired federal worker to joint address 0:56

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The federal workforce has lost as many as 100,000 employees since President Donald Trump took office. One of them is Alexzandria Hunt. Congressman Bobby Scott invited her to Trump’s Joint Address to Congress tomorrow.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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CHKD resumes gender-affirming care for existing patients

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The hospital stopped care following an executive order from President Donald Trump in January. The Norfolk hospital's new policy does not fully cover new patients.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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What local officials have learned from "Catching the King" tide 0:55

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Citizen scientists traverse Hampton Roads each fall to map tidal flooding.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Trump nominates Northern Virginia veteran Hung Cao for Navy Under Secretary

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Cao ran unsuccessfully for U.S. Senate against Tim Kaine in 2024 and to represent Virginia's 10th Congressional District in 2022. Trump said Cao's military experience would make him a successful as the second highest-ranking civilian in Navy leadership.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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VA firings in Hampton injecting chaos Senators say 0:44

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Lawmakers say they are getting few answers, as layoffs begin at the Hampton VA. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the storyVon 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Major hurricane could cost Hampton Roads at least $15 billion 1:05

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ODU researchers simulated a scenario in which 2018's Hurricane Florence made landfall in Virginia Beach.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Build first, build dense: How Norfolk plans to redevelop two more public housing communities 0:51

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NRHA leader emphasizes the role of Young Terrace and Calvert Square residents in shaping the transformation plan.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Virginia African American Cultural Center to receive $1 million from state for construction 1:02

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A building that will serve as a community hub for preserving the state’s Black history has been in the works for over seven years. New funding brings it a step closer to reality.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Hampton Roads' $24 million ultrafast internet loop should be done this summer 0:56

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The regional fiber ring, a collaboration between five southside cities, is meant to attract tech companies to the region by offering the fastest internet available. Eventually, that access will extend to homes.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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USS Truman back after repairs 0:42

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The Norfolk–based USS Truman is back at sea after completing repairs in Greece. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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PFAS detected in Hampton Roads water systems 0:50

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Virginia DEQ has been sampling drinking water for harmful "forever chemicals."Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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VIMS grant funding removal of derelict fishing gear in Chesapeake Bay 1:03

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The TRAP program focuses on pulling up abandoned crab pots.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Two Virginia Beach police killed during weekend traffic stop

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Virginia Beach Police Chief Paul Neudigate said the city "is hurting" after officers Cameron Girvin and Christopher Reese were killed during a traffic stop on Friday, Feb. 21.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Proposed state budget sets aside $500,000 for Suffolk homeless shelter

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The first city-run shelter in Suffolk will contain 15 double-occupancy rooms, with renovations expected to finish in early summer.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Norfolk-based commander of Truman sent home after collision 0:42

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The Navy has fired the captain of the Norfolk-based carrier USS Truman, after a collision last week in the Mediterranean. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Eastern Shore chicken farmers stressed by threat of bird flu 0:53

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Avian influenza has been flagged at nine chicken farms on the Delmarva Peninsula, including one in Virginia's Accomack County. Farms that don't have an outbreak can still suffer from nearby cases.Von 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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