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Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger speaks to a crowd after declaring victory against Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears on Nov. 4, 2025.

Women now have more representation in Virginia government. Now what?

A person makes their way onto VCU’s campus on Monday, May 5, 2025 in Richmond, Virginia.

VCU changed scholarship for descendants of the enslaved to align with anti-DEI policies

ODU's Inge Nissen, No. 42, tries to make a slam dunk at the 1977 National Women's Invitational Tournament versus Mississippi College at Amarillo. Nissen was one of the young women recruited to ODU under the leadership of longtime Athletic Director Jim Jarrett.

ODU’s Jim Jarrett, champion for women’s sports, dies at 88

Under Jarrett, ODU became the first school in Virginia to offer athletic scholarships for women.

Emily Gallagher (left), with Keep Norfolk Beautiful, and Alora Bess make journals out of recycled paper at the UpCycling Festival in Norfolk on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025.

Norfolk UpCycle Festival showcases turning trash into treasure

Local officials held the event to coincide with America Recycles Day.

A Programming Update for Our WHRO Classical 90.3 FM Listeners

A change is coming to WHRO FM beginning Dec. 1.

The Supreme Court of Virginia building in Downtown Richmond.

Virginia Supreme Court refuses to review AG’s appeal in college board appointees case

The second annual 'The Very Merry Musical Market' is Wednesday evening. Virginia Symphony Orchestra musicians will play classical music while patrons try seasonal brews and browse vendors set up at the brewery.

'Merry Musical Market' combines hops and holidays at Norfolk brewery

The Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Elation Brewery are hosting 'A Very Merry Musical Market' Wednesday, Nov. 19. The program allows people to enjoy classical music in a nontraditional setting while supporting local businesses.

Chamber Gems & Symphonic Power on ‘A Local Touch’

Each Wednesday at 9 p.m. on WHRO-FM, “A Local Touch – Music with a Virginia Connection” invites listeners to explore the remarkable artistry found across the Commonwealth.

Virginia Beach's budget season is approaching, during a challenging year for crafting the city's spending plan. Virginia Beach City Hall is shown Nov. 26, 2024.

Virginia Beach City Council will consider giving its members raises starting in 2027

A public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday. A vote could follow in a week. Some say it means more could serve. The mayor is firmly opposed.

A Night of Brilliant New Performances

Join Raymond Jones this Saturday at 8:00 p.m. on WHRO-FM for “This Just In,” your weekly showcase of the latest classical releases.

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