Mojitos, margaritas, martinis... these long dog days of summer have many of us reaching for a cold one. On today's program, HearSay's resident foodie, Patrick Evans-Hylton, joins Cathy in studio to share his coolest beverage recipes. And for those teetotalers out there, we'll also highlight some mocktails that promise quench your thirst while you keep your edge.

Next year's election ballots are far from being decided, but both political parties are busy filling campaign chests and choosing their priority campaigns. On today's program, we'll talk with the executive director of the Virginia Public Access Project about where campaign money is flowing. Later in the program, Christopher Newport University's Quinten Kidd joins Cathy to discuss the latest in the senate race as well as Governor McDonnell's announcement of a government surplus.

Last week saw significant headway in plans for area transportation projects, including a major expansion of the Midtown Tunnel. On today's program, we'll talk about the new proposals, which include tolls for using the Downtown and Midtown tunnels. Call in with your thoughts and questions.

HearSay's favorite veterinarian, Dr. Phyllis Neumann joins us in studio Thursday to answer your pet health questions and to talk about the best ways to keep your pet healthy and happy during the hot and humid days of the summer season.

The clock is ticking on a final decisions about the future of Fort Monroe. The US Army closes the post in Hampton on September 15, 2011. On Tuesday of this week, officials will have hosted two meetings to help wage public support for making Ft. Monroe a National Park. On Wednesday's program, we'll talk with local leaders and advocates about the latest developments on this ongoing story.

On today's monthly technology program, HearSay tech consultant Ed Sykes joins Cathy Lewis to share his best online tools, sites and tips for great travel deals. We'll also take a look at a surprising new trend in travel planning - the resurgence of the travel agent. Expedia and Orbitz had threatened to make their industry irrelevant, but consumers are returning in hopes of avoiding travel inconveniences.

The ongoing negotiations to raise the Federal Government's debt ceiling have both Democrats and Republicans sharpening their political messages. On Monday's program, we'll ask members of Hampton Roads Congressional delegation their thoughts on the Federal fiscal situation and how Hampton Roads could be affected if a Federal default occurs.

How's your vegetable garden faring in the heat of mid-summer? Are the squirrels eating your tomatoes? Do you have too many cucumbers and not enough peppers? HearSay's Gardening guru Jim Orband joins Cathy to answer all your gardening woes. We'll also check in with a local commercial cut-flower farmer who is a leader in sustainable and organic gardening. Send us your questions in advance to [email protected] or post them on our Facebook page.

On Friday, July 15th, Harry Potter fans will close another chapter in the history of J.K. Rowling's invention of the boy wizard who captured Muggles' hearts around the world. Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows Part 2 opens in theaters and we'll talk about the evolution of the series from the books to the movies and beyond. We'll also have a special guest who grew up with Harry Potter and joined us on the program 10 years ago when he was only 11! Wait to you hear what he's doing now... Tune in!

Hampton Roads is a fisherman's paradise. From the Bay, to the rivers, to the Atlantic - and all the creeks and inlets in between - the hooks are catching fish of all sizes and species. On today's program, we'll talk with local fishermen and women about their favorite spots and no-fail bait. We-ll also talk with Linda Greenlaw, America's only female swordfish captain, whose latest book chronicles her return to sword fishing after 10 years close to shore.