John Ogle
John Ogle
John Ogle began his career in broadcast journalism while still in high school. In nearly 50 years on the radio he has worked as a news anchor for the ABC, NBC, and Mutual networks and as News Director of radio stations in Richmond, Miami, Washington, and New York City. After ten years as News Director of WCXR, Alexandria, John returned to Richmond in 1993 and organized The Richmond Times Dispatch Broadcast News Service. In its 12 year history, the network’s programming was heard on 20 radio stations across Virginia. John retired from the Times Dispatch at the end of 2004 but is still heard daily as a freelance Correspondent on WCVE Public Radio and on the ABC Radio Network.

Stories from John Ogle...

Louisa County Considering Fire & EMS Changes

Early this year the Office of Emergency Medical Services and the Virginia Fire Services Board completed a study of fire and EMS in Louisa County. It recommends changes in operational protocols to make them more consistent.

Pamplin Historical Park Symposium Next Week

The 14th Annual Pamplin Historical Park Symposium will begin next Friday.

VSU Student Dies After Assault

A student at Virginia State University died after an incident just outside campus Monday night.

Environmental Group Wants Study of Intersex Fish

An environmental group wants Congress to fund research of intersex fish in the Potomac River.

Appomattox River Water Authority Hears from Public

The Appomattox River Water Authority. which provides water to parts of Chesterfield, Prince George and Dinwiddie counties as well as Petersburg and Colonial Heights had a meeting last night to hear from the public about water levels in Lake Chesdin and mandatory water restrictions.

Graduation Rates Improve in Virginia

In Virginia, more students in the class of 2010 graduated from high school after four years than in 2009.

Earthquake Shakes Area North of Richmond

The U.S. Geological Survey says a minor earthquake was centered about 20 miles north of Richmond late Saturday afternoon.

Verizon Refunding Data and Web Charges

Verizon Wireless improperly charged cell phone customers for web access or data usage over the past several years, and it's going to cost them.

Kindergarten registration April 7th for 10 localities

If your child will be five years old by September 30, and you live in the Richmond area, April 7th is kindergarten registration day.

Pope John Paul II exhibit at Holocaust Museum

An exhibit that opens today at the Virginia Holocaust Museum may be a bit of a surprise.