Hearsay With Cathy Lewis

Last year 41% of one of Virginia's most dedicated agricultural workforce died. No, they're not human workers; they're of the winged variety. Bees across Virginia, and the world, are dying in record numbers, and the cause for these widespread deaths has left many scientists puzzled. Join us today for a look at the important role bees play in feeding Virgina and what can be done to halt their steady decline.

Join us for another edition of Headlines, where we tackle the latest news stories that have you talking. This week we discuss expectations that 31 of Norfolk's 45 schools will fail to earn full accreditation when the state releases official ratings next month. We'll also consider developments in the removal of benches from 5 Ghent area parks. Join us live on the broadcast at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240 and share your questions and comments. You can also e-mail the program at hearsay@whrv.org or join us on our Facebook page facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.

Do you have plans to take advantage of your accrued vacation and personal days before they run out? You're in good company if you don't; this year alone almost 60% of Americans won't use all their vacation time. We'll explore a new trend that's taking root in many startups, "unlimited vacation time," and consider how the U.S. stacks up in global rankings for maternity leave and paid leave.

HearSay's favorite gardener, Jim Orband joins us in studio Thursday to answer your toughest gardening questions and to talk about how fluctuating summer temperatures and surprisingly frequent rains will impact your garden. He'll also offer some easy tips for keeping pesky garden pests at bay.

Join us for another edition of Headlines, where we tackle the latest news stories that have you talking. This week we examine a growing debate over the future of two parcels of land in Yorktown where the Battle of Williamsburg was fought. Join us live on the broadcast at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240 and share your thoughts on the changes. You can also e-mail the program at hearsay@whrv.org or join us on our Facebook page facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.

Segment A: Flavor ProfilesFirst up in our monthly cooking program, HearSay host Cathy Lewis talks with our favorite foodie, Patrick Evans-Hylton and gets the latest dish on local restaurants and eateries with our popular "Flavor Profiles" segment.Segment B: Hit The Road, SNACK!On this edition of HearSay's Delicious Dish, host Cathy Lewis hits the road for the best part of a road trip: the food! Some of our country's greatest culinary treasures are the local eateries that line the highways and backroads of America. We'll give you a road map to some of the best places to grab a bite when you hit the open road, no matter if you're driving cross country or just heading right around the corner!

Segment A: Growing Up Vick In her new memoir, "Growing Up Vick," Newport News councilwoman Tina Vick shares her personal journey from poverty to public office. She joins us today in studio for a look back at the road that led her to where she is today, including the highs and lows of her personal connection with her superstar nephew.Segment B: An Achievable DreamWalter Segaloff, the founder and CEO of An Achievable Dream Academy, passed away this weekend. On today's HearSay, we'll look back at Segaloff's life and legacy. Join us as we remember the man whose contributions to the Hampton Roads community will continue to improve the lives of our region's impoverished youth for years to come.

Today we kick off a series of conversations aimed at bringing our listeners up close and personal with our region's movers, shakers, and innovators. In the coming months we'll bring you talks with local business leaders, philanthropists, educators, and other big thinkers that are leaving their marks on Hampton Roads.

Join us for another edition of Headlines, where we tackle the latest news stories that have you talking. This week we'll discuss recent changes made at several parks in the Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk. The changes were made in an attempt to combat crime through environmental design. Join us live on the broadcast at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240 and share your thoughts on the changes. You can also e-mail the program at hearsay@whrv.org or join us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.

Join us on today's HearSay for a look at how Virginia's gubernatorial race is steadily unfolding. We'll sit down with some of our favorite political analysts and commentators for an in-depth look at the current state of Virginia politics and look ahead to what voters can expect from the candidates as November looms.

Pet Health with Dr. Phyllis Neumann: Have Pet - Will Travel HearSay's favorite veterinarian, Dr. Phyllis Neumann, joins us in studio today to answer your pet health questions. We'll also provide some tips and options for bringing your pets along when you head out on vacation.

On today's HearSay, Cathy Lewis is joined by experts in the worlds of business and publicity to help you get the word out about your next big project and ensure you avoid the 5 biggest mistakes businessmen and women make. So if you have a big idea and a publicity problem you're trying to push past, join us with your calls at 440-6953 or 1-800-940-2240. Later in the show we'll talk with Hampton Roads PRIDEFest 2013 performer, Taylor Dayne, about this weekend's festivities.

In this age of instant digital interconnectivity, we take the technical marvels that populate our lives for granted. The effortless communication they facilitate simplifies our lives, but have we considered the cost of this Faustian bargain? On today's HearSay, host Cathy Lewis speaks with scholars who are examining the unexpected ways modern technology is rewiring our brains and overriding the most basic of human instincts.

Join us for another edition of Headlines, where we tackle the latest news stories that have you talking. This week we'll discuss recent archaeological discoveries in Colonial Williamsburg that are shedding new light on an 18th century landmark experiment in black education, the Bray School.

Although Virginia's overall homeless rate dropped 16 percent in the past three years, Hampton Roads has seen a continuous increase in the metrics for families and veterans without permanent residence. Today we'll discuss the challenges and stigmas facing the homeless in Hampton Roads, and consider what programs are available to those looking to transition to a better life off the streets.

We finish this week's series of candidate conversations with our interview with the Democratic nominee for Governor, Terry McAuliffe.

Today we being you conversations with the Republican and Democratic candidates for Attorney General.

Today we being you conversations with the Republican and Democratic candidates for Lieutenant Governor.

We start this week's series of conversations with a primer on the latest in Virginia politics with The Virginian-Pilot's Julian Walker, followed by the Republican nominee for Governor, Ken Cuccinelli.

Hearsay's expert gardener, Jim Orband, joins us in the studio for advice on keeping your garden strong during these blistering summer heat waves. Be sure to give us a call at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240 with your gardening queries. You can also e-mail the program at hearsay@whrv.org or join us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.