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A collection of WHRO feature news including WHRO stories, interviews and in-depth reporting from Southeastern Virginia.

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Beaufort County Animal Shelter and Hilton Head Humane Society Put in a Pinch Due to Evacuation Orders

September 06, 2019 05:38 - 2.62 MB

When South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster ordered the evacuation of Beaufort County Monday ahead of Hurricane Dorian, the County Animal Shelter and the Hilton Head Humane Society were put in a pinch.

Storm Preparedness Checklist

September 06, 2019 02:23 - 3.46 MB

The checklist for storm preparedness is second nature for longtime coastal residents. Non-perishable food, water, prescriptions… As WHRV's Rebecca Feldhaus Adams reports, Virginia Beach officials decided to help residents cross one item off the list.

Residents Across Hampton Roads Preparing for Hurricane Dorian

September 04, 2019 23:21 - 2.83 MB

Residents across Hampton Roads are preparing for Hurricane Dorian in various ways. Some on the oceanfront are taking it pretty easy. But, as WHRV's Rebecca Feldhaus Adams reports, lifeguards are watching conditions closely.

The City Of Norfolk Sues The Commonwealth

August 22, 2019 20:30 - 1.05 MB

In an interesting legal maneuver, the City of Norfolk is suing Virginia with claims that the city's First Amendment rights are being violated. This is in an attempt to remove a confederate statue located downtown. Gina Gambony from WHRV Public Media spoke with UVA law professor Richard Schragger about exactly what this means. This story aired on NPR's All Things Considered newscast at 4:33 PM on Wednesday, August 22.

Naro Expanded Video To Close, But Seeks Extended Life For The Collection

August 21, 2019 20:45 - 6.14 MB

Naro Video is closing, but everyone involved wants the video collection to remain intact and available to the public. WHRV's Gina Gambony spoke with owner Tim Cooper, manager Patrick Taylor, treasurer Rob Coleman, and board member Skye Zentz.

Gavin Grimm v Gloucester County School Board 7/23/19- No Ruling From Bench

July 24, 2019 10:04 - 3.05 MB

Gavin Grimm had another day in court facing off with the Gloucester County School Board Tuesday. The dispute began 5 years ago when Grimm, a transgender male, wasn't allowed to use the male restroom at Gloucester High school. "We don't know what will happen. And so whatever happens, I will see this fight through. If it takes a month more or if it takes four more years, or it doesn't matter how long this takes." That's Gavin Grimm following Tuesday's Summary Judgment Hearing in Norfolk. T...

Gavin Grimm v Gloucester County School Board in Norfolk Court Today

July 23, 2019 13:43 - 1 MB

Gavin Grimm, a transgender man, has been fighting Virginia's Gloucester [glaw-ster] County School Board for nearly 5 years. Grimm and the Board face off in court again today. Gina Gambony of WHRV reports.

This Land: How Cowboys, Capitalism and Corruption are Ruining the American West by Christopher Ketcham

July 22, 2019 09:50 - 85.9 MB

WHRV's Gina Gambony interviews investigative journalist Christopher Ketcham, who just published his first book--This Land: How Cowboys, Capitalism, and Corruption are Ruining the American West. Find out more about the author here: https://www.christopherketcham.com Christopher Ketcham has written for dozens of publications, including Harper's, National Geographic, and The New Republic. He has reported from the American West for more than a decade. This book is a product of those years in t...

Scientists Celebrate Offshore Wind Turbine Construction

July 05, 2019 11:46 - 1.26 MB

On July 1, Dominion Energy announced the construction of 2 test turbines--the first in federal waters--has begun in earnest. Dominion Energy Representatives and Virginia lawmakers helped break ground on the project at Camp Pendleton, as well as scientists who have researched the workings of offshore wind turbines for over a decade.

Dominion Energy Begins Construction Of Two Test Wind Turbines Off Virginia Coast

July 03, 2019 01:17 - 1.26 MB

The first wind turbines in federal waters are officially under construction. Governor Ralph Northam believes Virginia is situated to be the epicenter of wind energy on the east coast.

Gun Legislation after Virginia Beach Mass Shooting

June 11, 2019 17:00 - 32.9 MB

A week after the mass shooting in a Virginia Beach municipal building, Virginia Democrats are trying to bring gun legislation back to the table. Memorials and vigils for victims continue, but a rally Friday night was directed at Virginia's General Assembly. Gina Gambony of NPR member station WHRV reports.