On HospitalCost.com, users can compare prices and quality across hospitals in Virginia and North Carolina. (Photo by Yiqing Wang) |
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New website from Virginia Beach man puts hospital prices on display |
Virginia Beach-based computer engineer Richard Callaghan has launched HospitalCost.com, a platform designed to make complex federal hospital pricing data accessible and usable for patients.
The website compiles data from 17 federal sources to allow users to compare insurance rates, quality measures and out-of-pocket costs across 58 hospitals in Virginia and North Carolina.
In Hampton Roads, the data reveals that prices at Sentara Health facilities are often nearly identical, limiting "price shopping leverage" compared to more competitive markets in Northern Virginia. |
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FROM THE VIRGINIA CENTER FOR INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM |
President Donald Trump signs executive orders during an indoor inauguration parade at Capital One Arena on January 20, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Photo via Alamy) |
The strong executive and the founders’ misgivings |
The country’s Founding Fathers broke from the tyrannical rule of King George III 250 years ago.
It was one step to declare independence, another to create the government of a new nation. Virginia delegates had a particular concern at the Constitutional Convention – a powerful executive.
Patrick Henry warned fellow Virginians that with the proposed new form of government – despite its checks and balances — might mean “your President may easily become a king.”
In the second story of our series, Our Unfinished Union, journalist Philip Shucet examines the Founders’ swirling debate that continues today: What are the powers and restraints of the U.S. presidency? |
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Hampton Roads launches research hub to boost ‘energy literacy’ and solutions for growing power demand
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Accomack County man honors Earth Day with his bee-friendly property
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City Council names 'Driving East' Virginia Beach’s official song
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Virginia Democrats celebrate win in redistricting special election
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Who do you think you are? |
It's a question one usually asks of another, especially in a disagreement. But have you ever asked yourself the question?
China Watson, author of "Who Do You Think You Are?", believes that by changing the way we see ourselves and our circumstances, we unlock barriers to new possibilities and growth, and learn to face life challenges with resilience and optimism.
Join us on a journey of self-discovery 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. |
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Weekend Events with Kayda Plus |
Tune 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. |
April 25 - 26: Chesapeake Spring Arts Festival Chesapeake City Park, 900 City Park Drive
The sixth annual festival features more than 170 artists with live music, regional craft beer and wine, food trucks and a children’s activity area. This event offers free admission and free parking. |
April 24-27: Newport News City Nature Challenge 2026 Newport News Park Discovery Center, 13564 Jefferson Avenue
A four-day international BioBlitz encouraging participants to document local wildlife using the iNaturalist app with guided public sessions and family friendly programming. |
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