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Community Banking - 2.4.10

Many people are irate over bailouts and bonuses for the nation's big banks, and some are protesting by taking their business to smaller banks. It's not clear yet whether a significant amount of money is on the move, but in Charlottesville, one community bank is crowing about double digit growth. WVTF's Sandy Hausman has details.

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Rap to Bridge the Gap - 2.4.10

Actor and rap artist Litefoot says he's overcome obstacles just by believing in himself and his culture. That's the message he'll bring to Virginia Tech Friday night, as we hear from WVTF's Connie Stevens.

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ABC Correspondent Speaks in Roanoke - 2.4.10

ABC White House correspondent Ann Compton will be the keynote speaker for the annual "History is Served" luncheon Sunday at the Hotel Roanoke.  Compton is a Hollins University graduate and was the first female reporter at WDBJ-7.  She talked with WVTF's Beverly Amsler about how new technology is changing journalism.

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"Why Judges Wear Robes" - 2.3.10

You may not think a judge who presided over Circuit Court for more than 30 years would have a lot of funny stories to tell. But recently, retired Judge Samuel Johnston of the 24th Circuit Court in Campbell County has found humor amidst the daily miseries he witnessed in court. He's compiled some of these stories in a new book about life in the courtroom. WVTF's Libby Fitzgerald has the story.

Photo: Virginia Lawyers Weekly

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To and From Virginia - 2.2.10

The Library of Virginia in Richmond has a new exhibit featuring immigrants in the state. Officials say the current debate over immigration was the impetus for the project. WVTF's Connie Stevens has more.

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Bipolar Disorder Study - 2.2.10

The University of Virginia is offering hope for people with poorly controlled bipolar disorder.  WVTF's Sandy Hausman reports on a new medication being studied.

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Transportation Solutions? - 2.1.10

This year's Virginia General Assembly is considering several proposals that would increase funding for transportation in Virginia, but Governor Bob McDonnell has said he won't allow any tax increases. The Director of the Transportation Policy Group at Virginia Tech's Transportation Institute has some ideas about how to bridge that gap. WVTF's Tim Thornton has more.

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Shall Wii Dance? - 2.1.10

Modern dance has taken some wild new turns at Washington & Lee University. This has made  performances more meaningful to the audience and more challenging for performers. WVTF's Sandy Hausman reports on a recent dance concert featuring remote controls and twitter.

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The Big Read - 1.29.10

As the nation prepares for Superbowl Sunday on February 7th, librarians around the country have come out of their huddle with plans to make books the center of American life. WVTF's Sandy Hausman reports on what they call The Big Read.

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Giving Group - 1.29.10

In a year when most foundations in the state reported a decline in giving, a Charlottesville group says it gave away a record amount of money last year: $5.7 million. That's 35% more than in 2008. WVTF's Sandy Hausman has the story.

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