Rob Oliver is a Hampton Roads native who has just released his debut album, “Highs & Lows & Blues.” With help from some of his favorite area musicians he has created an album of world class, utterly original roots-rock.

Fans of Bluegrass music packed the Smartmouth Brewing Company in Norfolk over the weekend. Several local musicians participated in the open jam session hosted by WHRV, and attendees enjoyed performances from emerging bands.

Local NASA pioneer Katherine Johnson has died at the age of 101. Her work was featured in the 2016 film Hidden Figures. 

This year marks the thirteenth year that WHRO Public Media has hosted the Virginia Media Spelling Bee. Watch this exciting competition on February 29 at 5 p.m. on WHRO TV.

Join us as part of our live studio audience for Another View on Thursday, March 19. We will be broadcasting live from The Strelitz Diabetes Center at Eastern Virginia Medical School with a distinguished panel of guests.

The WHRO Public Media podcast Lyrical returns this spring with a new season of episodes. Join us every Friday to hear candid conversations with local songwriters.