"WCVE Forum" to Air Discussion About Geriatric Wellness

Dr. Ananda Pandurangi

The WCVE Forum will air a community conversation that was taped live in the Community Idea Stations studio on October 11. “A Conversation About Geriatric Wellness” can be heard at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, October 16.

WCVE Public Radio partnered with Richmond Magazine and the VCU Department of Psychiatry to present the live forum. Regional experts answered questions from the audience about geriatric health.

VSU's "Digital to the Core" Wins Award

Last year, the Reginald F. Lewis School of Business at Virginia State University became the first school in the country to deliver core curriculum in a predominantly digital format. That effort has been recognized with the Governor's Technology Award for Innovation in Higher Education. John Ogle is the correspondent.

UR President Chosen to Lead National Civil War Reading Program

University of Richmond President Ed Ayers has been selected to lead a national reading program about the Civil War. Charles Fishburne reports.

Historic Schools Rehabilitation Bill Gains Broad Support

Senators Jim Webb and Mark Warner have introduced a bill that would encourage private companies to help renovate historic schools. Craig Carper reports.

Virginians Pleased With Statewide Representatives But Don't Want Tolls

A new poll released yesterday shows that while Virginians are frustrated with the economy and the leadership in Washington, they overwhelmingly support their statewide representatives. A majority doesn't
favor tolls on interstate highways, but would prefer them over a gasoline tax increase. Craig Carper reports.

Fredericksburg Couple Face Federal Charges

A Fredericksburg couple have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Richmond for their part in a bogus investment scheme.

Dominion Virginia Power Challenges Customers To Match Contributions to EnergyShare

Heating season is almost upon us, and Dominion Virginia Power is again offering help with heating bills to people who need it...but as Charles Fishburne reports, this year, there is a new twist.

Flu Season Is Here, Health Officials Urge Getting Shots

Flu season is here, and state health officials are urging us all to take precautions and get the shots.
Charles Fishburne reports.

Senators Warner and Webb Introduce Bill to Help Rebuild Older Schools

U.S. Senators Jim Webb and Mark Warner, both Democrats, have introduced legislation that would rehabilitate older schools across the country through historic tax credits, and as Charles Fishburne reports, has wide bipartisan support.

Officials to Reassess Quake Damage; Aftershocks Continue Near Mineral

Another strong aftershock hit near the small town of Mineral yesterday, prompting the brief evacuation of Louisa Middle School. Charles Fishburne reports.