Monday, April 9
FROM THE HEADLINES: GRANBY THEATER CLOSES, RACE RELATIONS
We'll take a look at the top stories including the sudden closure of a local icon, the Granby Theater in Norfolk. We'll also talk about how a citizens group, Norfolk United Facing Race, is reacting to community pleas to ease tensions after charges of institutional racism in the city. Tune in to hear what your neighbors and friends have to say about today's headlines.
Schedule of Community Conversations~ sessions from 9 to 11am unless otherwise noted
April 14 at Trinity Word of Faith Baptist Church, 2808 Ballentine Blvd.
April 21 at Bayview United Church of Christ, 1051 E. Bayview Blvd.
April 28 at YWCA, 5215 Colley Ave.
April 29 at Temple Israel, 7255 Granby St. from 2 to 4pm
Dialogues, held for six consecutive Saturdays for two hours each, begin May 5th.
Tuesday, April 10
TRAGEDY IN VIRGINIA BEACH
The tragic crash that killed two Virginia Beach teenagers a week and a half ago has set off a firestorm of controversy. The controversy centers on the immigration status of the man facing involuntary manslaughter charges in their deaths. Fox News personality Bill O'Reilly has zeroed in on this case in his conversations on the national immigration debate. Monday, a producer from O'Reilly's program unexpectedly appeared at the home of Virginia Beach Mayor Meyera Oberndorf to seek comment. Today on HearSay, we take listener reactions to the tragedy and ensuing media coverage.
Wednesday, April 11
JAMESTOWN: A CHRONICLE OF ADVERSITY PART TWO
This second installment of our two part focus on the early settlement of Jamestown in partnership with the Virginian - Pilot focuses on economic hardships, daily life in the settlement and fascinating Archaeological discoveries. Join us as we revisit this historic time in Virginia.
Thursday, April 12
Segment A: VOICES FROM THE FRONTLINES
"America at a Crossroads" is a major public television event that explores the challenges confronting the post-9/11 world. On today's HearSay, we'll hear the human side of America’s current conflicts, as the men and women serving in America’s armed forces share their experiences. Cathy also talks with Tom Yellin, producer of the "Operation Homecoming" documentary that is featured in the series.
America at a Crossroads on WHRO-TV 15
Sunday, April 15 through Friday, April 20, 9:00–11:00pm