Oct. 9, 2025
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757-889-9312 Dani Howell, a dentist at Howell Dentistry, prepares daily examination kits at her practice. (Photo by Yiqing Wang)Few training programs, growing demand: Virginia struggles to fill dental hygienist jobsVirginia’s shortage of dental hygienists is straining dental care across Hampton Roads, leaving patients waiting months for cleanings and forcing dentists to take on routine tasks.
While Virginia has plenty of dentists, the state produces fewer than 150 hygienists a year — far short of the nearly 1,000 needed. Few schools offer programs and instructor pay can’t compete with private practice.
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More headlinesVisual arts join the legacy of performing arts at the Attucks Theatre Read more-Williamsburg festival invites intrepid heroes, new adventurers to play this weekend Read more-If Virginia legalizes retail weed, should localities be able to opt out? Read more-The government shutdown is snarling air travel. Officials say it could get worse. Read more
Homes along the Chesapeake Bay in Norfolk. (Photo via Shutterstock)Federal flood insurance is shut down. That could impact home sales in Hampton Roads.The ongoing government shutdown has halted the National Flood Insurance Program, preventing new and renewed policies and threatening to stall home sales in flood-prone areas across Hampton Roads.
Local realtors say delays could worsen if the shutdown continues, since flood insurance is required for most buyers in federally designated, high risk flood zones.
READ MORE Local journalism is made possible only because of generous WHRO donorsDONATE NOW Today on Another View(Image by WHRO Public Media)AV Round Table: Political turmoilAs the federal government shutdown continues, workers face the first pay period without compensation — what will be the impact on affected families?
Plus, the Democratic candidate for Virginia Attorney General is in hot water over controversial text messages. Will this change the outcome of the race? And will voters turn out in record numbers as Virginia elects its first female governor?
The Another View Round Table pundits debate these and other issues on the next Another View, today at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.Stream the latest episode HERE, subscribe through Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
Weekend events with Kayda PlusTune in every Thursday!Join WHRO’s Chuck Doud and local podcast host Kayda Plus as they share a list of curiously curated and intriguing events happening each weekend in Hampton Roads.-Thursday through Sunday: Suffolk Peanut Fest1410 Airport Road
A four-day celebration of Suffolk’s peanut heritage with carnival rides, concerts, craft vendors, contests and kid-friendly fun across the festival grounds.-Friday through Sunday: Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art ShowVirginia Beach Boardwalk
One of the region’s top outdoor art events featuring over 150 juried artists, live demos and oceanfront exhibitions along the boardwalk.-For more events…Stream the latest episode HERE, subscribe through Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for being a part of the WHRO journalism community! If you benefited from this email, forward it to a friend. Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Sign up here to be one of the first people to get the most important local news every weekday. Copyright 2025 WHRO Public Media | 5200 Hampton Boulevard, Norfolk VA 23508
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