It's a huge job and a huge responsibility to sheperd 35,000 students - and it belongs to Dr. Stephen Jones. On the next Another View, we'll talk one-on-one with Dr. Jones about the successes and the challenges of leading Norfolk Public Schools. From schools recognized nationally for their success, to the challenge of improving the grading system, to keeping kids safe in school we talk about it all on Another View, Thursday, November 5 at 9P on WHRO-TV, digital 15.1.

Are you aware that African Americans from the South are more likely to contribute to charitable organizations than their counterpoints in the North? Or that Blacks are more prone to give to "helping" organizations than to give to the arts? What are the driving forces behind African American philanthropy? On the next Another View, we'll talk about giving in the Black community with Nicole Cleveland, Annual Giving Manager at WHRO; Reginald Corinaldi, Chair of the African American Leadership Giving Initiative with the United Way of South Hampton Roads; and Marsha Staples, Director of Education and Community Engagement with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra. Plus, find out why some eye fashion may be harmful to your health, and hear the soulful music of the Mosaic Steel Orchestra. It's all on Another View, Thursday, October 29 at 9P on WHRO, digital 15.1.

Recently a 4th grader from New Orleans asked President Obama this question: "How come so many people hate you?". Have we become a more racist nation since the election of President Obama? Why have so many expressions of hate and racist attitudes come to the forefront - and more importantly, how do we get it to stop? We'll talk about racism since the election of our President with Vivian Paige and Bev Sell, founders of Norfolk United Facing Race; John Johnson, Executive Director of the Hampton Citizen's Unity Commission; and Bill Thomas of Hampton University. Plus, we'll meet the Kingdom Kids! It's all on Another View, Thursday, October 22 at 9P on WHRO-TV, digital 15.1.

Childhood obesity has reached epidemic proportions in the African American community. Overweight Black children can suffer from some very adult diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. Lack of exercise, inaccessability to fresh foods, and cultural beliefs all contribute to obesity in children. On the next Another View find out what is being done in Hampton Roads to combat this epidemic, including how the faith community is getting involved. Join guest host Lisa Godley, along with Seneca Bock, Reverend Dr. Dwight Nixon, Berline Brown, and Dr. Shawne Bryant as they discuss childhood obesity, Thursday, October 15 at 9P on WHRO-TV, digital 15.1.

Ask any Hampton Roads driver and they'll tell you that crossing a bridge or driving through a tunnel during rush hour is a slow go. The obvious answer to this daily dilemma is to build roads that can handle the volume. But when these projects come up for bid, who's on the lookout to ensure minority businesses get their piece of the transportation pie? What help is out there for these often underutilized businesses? On the next Another View, we'll discuss the region's transportation problems and explore the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) and what it's doing for black businesses. Please join us when we talk transportation with State Senator Yvonne Miller, Prescott Sherrod, Tamara Poulson and Shelia Johnson. We'll also take you on a walking tour in Colonial Williamsburg that doesn't hold back when it comes to the plight on the slave in early Virginia. It's all on Another View, Thursday, October 8 at 9P on WHRO-TV, digital 15.1.

What makes a woman wait until she is older than 35 to have her first child? What are the special considerations women in their late 30's and older must take into account when they decide to become an "older mother"? What are the joys and the challenges, and if they could do it all over again, would they? On the next Another View, we'll talk with three women who made the decision to wait to have children. We'll examine the medical, social, psychological and cultural aspects of motherhood after 35 with Bonita Harris, Tonya Jones and Dr. Khadijah Jordon. And, Lisa Godley introduces us to award winning television and movie writer Michael Ajakwe, Jr. It's all on Another View, Thursday, September 24 at 9P on WHRO-TV, digital 15.1.

Join us for a special edition of Another View, at a NEW time - Thursday, September 17 at 8P! It's our special "pledge" edition of the program and we will celebrate 100 years of the NAACP, its history, accomplishments, and viability in today's world. NAACP local chapter presidents Georgia Allen (Virginia Beach); Rasheed Wyatt (Newport News); John Hines (Chesapeake) and Charles Gates (Suffolk) talk about local and national efforts designed to reach the mission of eliminating racial hatred and racial discrimination. Plus, we'll meet some three and four year olds with green thumbs and a love of veggies! It's Another View, at a NEW time, 8P, Thursday, September 17. Join us!

All you budding filmmakers out there - listen up! It's time for the 3rd Annual Mid Atlantic Black Film Festival! On the next Another View, find out all about the festival, get a sneak preview of films that will be profiled, and learn from the experts on how to get your film career off and running. Festival Director Eleanor Earl; Ralph Scott, Executive Producer of BET J Best Shorts and Lens on Talent; and Solomon Isekeije, Professor of Fine Arts at Hampton University share their expertise on black films on the next Another View, Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 9P on WHRO-TV, digital 15.1.

Economists optimistically report that the economy is on the rebound - but most of us cannot tell by the condition of our wallets. Layoffs, foreclosures and high credit card interest rates all have contributed to "personal financial meltdowns". On the next Another View, we'll talk with the experts about your money - how to save it, when to spend it, and how to make it work for you. Financial gurus Kenneth Royster, Eric LaBat and Anthony Hunt provide concrete, specific advice on how to get your financial house back in order. Plus, we'll show you ways to relieve stress, and introduce you to young entrepreneur who literally learned her craft from the ground up. It's all on Another View, Thursday, September 3, 2009 at 9PM on WHRO-TV, digital 15.1.

Many in this country assumed racial issues in America have come to an end with the election of President Barack Obama, but the recent Gates/Crowley incident sparked a national debate that indicates we still have a long way to go. On the next Another View, we'll talk about race, particularly when it becomes an issue in interaction with law enforcement. Our guests include Norfolk Police Chief Bruce Marquis, conservative commentator and concerned citizen Bill Thomas, and Dr. Jerrold Roy, Assistant Dean for Administration with the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications at Hampton University. Plus, we'll take you to a very special ceremony honoring brave men and women who dedicated their lives to serving others. Another View airs Thursday, August 27 at 9P on WHRO-TV, digital 15.1.