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...

Dominion Power Proposes Holding Base Rates Steady

Dominion Virginia Power proposed yesterday to hold its base rates where they are for at least the next two years. Today's typical Dominion Power bill is about two cents higher than it was in July of 2008.

Richmond County Supervisors Consider Health Plan Proposal

The Richmond County Board of Supervisors heard details this week from the School Board about a proposal to combine their health care plans.

Clarksville Council Okays Gun Repair Business Permit

Clarksville Town Council on a split vote last week granted a conditional use permit for a firearms repair shop, reversing a decision made last month.

The ReelAbilities: NY Disabilities Film Festival Opens Monday

On Monday, the ReelAbilities: NY Disabilities Film Festival, opens a seven-day run in Richmond.

Ecology School on the James Planning Opening

The new James River Ecology School, for students in grades 5 through 12, will have a grand opening event on the 13th of April.

Dominion Resources Education Grants Available

School teachers and college faculty in Virginia are eligible for $1.3 million dollars in educational support grants from Dominion Resources Founcation.

Four High School Students Heading for International Science Fair

More than 300 students competed in the 21st Annual Metro Richmodn Science Fair Saturday ar Hanover High School.  It's been renamed the Metro Richmond STEM Fair.

 

Mecklenburg School Board Approves Schedule Changes

Parents of some Mecklenburg County students were not happy about proposed schedule changes outlined last month by School
Superintendent James Thornton.

Drug Sweep in Hopewell Seeks 54

The heat is still on the illegal drug trade in Hopewell. This is day two of Operation Impact.

Elementary Students Explore Mini-Economy

On Tuesday, 1,300 elementary school students will be at the Siegel Center to take part in the Mini-Market Economy Day.