Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of September.
Good morning, Norfolk.
After Sept. 11, 2001, Norfolk International Airport increased security with advanced screening and stricter protocols as officials and frequent flyers remember that day as a turning point for air travel, a transition that continues to shape flight procedures today.
Tune in today at 9 p.m. on WHRO-FM for 'A Local Touch: Music With A Virginia Connection' as Raymond Jones hosts his 66th airing featuring classical pieces (including military band and local composer performances) that celebrate Virginia's rich musical heritage.
The Supernova Ska Festival will take place Sept.
12 and 13 in Hampton Roads and feature Jamaican ska legend Derek Morgan along with Yellowman and The Slackers (lineup spans classic and modern acts). Founders Tim and April Receveur are expanding the event’s global reach with international guests and local support.
WHRO will present a special edition of ‘Evening classics’ on Friday, Sept.
11 at 9:00 p.m. — hosted by Raymond Jones, the program offers a musical tribute to remember 9/11 with works such as “Firestorm” and a Pulitzer Prize-winning piece.
Crews moved the 82-year-old Battleship Wisconsin a few feet Tuesday at Nauticus to replace deteriorated marine fenders; a year of planning helped ensure the move, and the ship will return by Friday.
WHRO-FM airs 'This Just In' Saturday nights at 8:00 pm — a program where host Raymond Jones curates new classical music releases that blend ancient Greek themes with timeless wanderlust.
Listeners can tune in on the radio or online to enjoy an evening journey in music.
WHRO-FM will broadcast Bizet’s Carmen from Teatro alla Scala in Milan this Saturday at 1:00 p.m. The opera features noted performers mezzo-soprano Clémentine Margaine, tenor Vittorio Grigolo and bass vocalist Giorgi Manoshvili under conductor Myung-Whun Chung.
This Sunday at 2:00 pm, WHRO-FM will air Feminine Fusion featuring classical music pieces by women composers including Jennifer Higdon, Autumn Maria Reed, Laura Lootens, and Susan Fancher.
Host Diane Jones curates an hour-long program that celebrates creativity through a rich blend of audio works.
WHRO Public Media offers back-to-school resources via eMediaVA to help local students transition from summer to class.
The digital library provides activities, videos, and lesson plans from Daniel Tiger (PBS Kids) for schools that began today.
Amtrak will suspend rail service from Virginia to D.C. from Oct.
16 to Oct. 26 for track upgrades at the First Street Tunnel, and trains will end in Alexandria while buses + alternate connections assist travelers until service resumes Oct. 26.
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