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WHRO News Local Matters – Military & Veterans Panel Discussion

October 1 2026

5-6 p.m.
MacArthur Memorial 198 Bank Street, Norfolk, VA Price: Free
The MacArthur Memorial will host WHRO Local Matters series as they discuss coverage of military and veterans news in Hampton Roads.

A Free afternoon panel discussing the Military and Veterans news beat and it’s importance to such a unique region as Hampton Roads.

WHRO VP of News Maurice Jones will moderate the discussion, joined by Military and Veteran beat reporter Steve Walsh, alongside other panelists (to be announced) who will explore what it’s like to cover the military today and reflect on the history of military reporting. An audience Q&A will follow.

Attendance is free but registration is required. Register now on Eventbrite!

About WHRO Local Matters Series: WHRO is committed to ensuring local journalism thrives in the region and connecting the community to local reporting. Join them this fall for our continuing series of Local Matters news panels. Each event will focus on a specific topic critical to the region and will feature a moderator and three news panelists, including the WHRO reporter covering that beat.

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