"The Chris Graham Show"

Monday, Feb. 8, 2010: The return of The AFP Show

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 21:43:00 GMT

Today marks the return of The AFP Show. The show features editor Chris Graham talking about the news of the day with guests who add perspective to what is happening in the world around us.

Today's guests are:
- Jerry Stenger, the research coordinator at the Virginia State Climatology Office at the University of Virginia, who joins us today to talk about winter weather.
- Bradley Reese, a blogger and podcaster who is actively covering the Fifth District congressional race and joins us today to talk politics.

Feb. 3, 2010: Tony Bennett postgame press conference

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 03:19:00 GMT

UVa. basketball coach Tony Bennett talks with the media after the Cavaliers' 59-47 win over North Carolina State on Feb. 3, 2010.

Feb. 2, 2010: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 17:06:00 GMT

Editor Chris Graham joins WREL-1450AM's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly sports chat.

Today the guys discuss:
- Virginia Tech's thrilling 76-71 comeback win over UVa. last week, and the different directions the two teams took on Sunday on the road in the ACC.
- How the ACC is shaking out this year.
- The freefall that defending national champion North Carolina seems to be in right now.
- Super Bowl XLIV.

Jan. 26, 2010: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:49:00 GMT

ACCVirginia.com editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly sports chat. Today the guys discuss: - Super Bowl XVIV, which Chris thinks will be an up-and-down-the-field slugfest. - The wild and wacky ACC basketball scene, which has developed into a free-for-all without a clear, dominant #1. - Thursday's in-state clash between surprising UVa. and a veteran Virginia Tech team that will want to steal one on the road in Charlottesville.

Jan. 19, 2010: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:57:00 GMT

Editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly sports chat.

This week the guys discuss:
- The surprising 3-0 ACC start from UVa. basketball.
- The question: Can either UVa. or Virginia Tech contend in the ACC this year?
- Southern Valley District basketball.
- The NFC and AFC championship games.

Jan. 13, 2009: Tony Bennett Postgame Press Conference

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 03:26:00 GMT

UVa. basketball coach Tony Bennett talks with the news media after his team's 82-75 win over Georgia Tech Wednesday night.

Jan. 12, 2010: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:20:00 GMT

Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly sports roundup.

The topics of discussion today include:
- A wrap of the 2009-2010 college-football season.
- UVa. and Virginia Tech begin their ACC basketball seasons.
- A look at high-school basketball in the Shenandoah Valley.
- A discussion of Mark McGwire's admission that he used steroids.

Jan. 5, 2010: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 5 Jan 2010 16:38:00 GMT

Chris Graham makes his weekly appearance on WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to talk Virginia sports.

Today the guys discuss:
- Virginia Tech's 37-14 win over Tennessee in the Chick-fil-A Bowl.
- The bowl season, with a focus on last night's 17-10 win by Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl and a preview of tonight's Orange Bowl matchup pitting Georgia Tech and Iowa.
- Thursday's national-championship game, where the guys disagree on who will win between #1 Alabama and #2 Texas.
- ACC basketball, including North Carolina's upset loss last night to the College of Charleston, and Virginia Tech and UVa. and their preparations for the start of ACC play.

Dec. 31, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 16:39:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to talk Virginia and ACC Sports.

Today's topics include:
- The Chick-fil-A Bowl matchup pitting Virginia Tech and Tennessee on New Year's Eve.
- Virginia Tech's impressive 11-1 start in men's basketball.
- UVa.'s 72-63 upset of Alabama-Birmingham Wednesday night.

Dec. 30, 2009: UVa. coach Tony Bennett after win over UAB

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 03:33:00 GMT

UVa. basketball coach Tony Bennett talks with the news media after his team's 71-63 win over #24 Alabama-Birmingham.

Tuesday, Dec. 18: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:13:00 GMT

Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to spread some Christmas cheer - and get folks ready for the ACC bowl season with a sneak peek at the Chick-fil-A Bowl matching Virginia Tech and Tennessee and bowl games involving Florida State, Miami, Boston College and UNC.

The guys also talk some UVa. and Virginia Tech basketball with the holidays approaching.

Dec. 15, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:17:00 GMT

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and in sports terms, that means talking about the upcoming football bowl season for Virginia Tech, the new coaching situation at UVa. and the start of the 2009-2010 basketball season.

Chris Graham and Jim Bresnahan break it all down for you on this week's installment of The AFP on WREL.

Monday, Dec. 14: The Fifth District GOP 'civil war'

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 16:40:00 GMT

Democrat Tom Perriello would seem to be quite vulnerable in his first bid for re-election in the Fifth District. The divisions between moderate and conservative Republicans over the direction that they need to go in fielding a candidate to challenge Perriello could throw another wild card into the race. VirginiaPoliticsToday.com editor Chris Graham explores the Fifth District race in today's podcast.

Dec. 9, 2009: Interview with Congressman Tom Perriello

Wed, 9 Dec 2009 22:26:00 GMT

VirginiaPoliticsToday.com editor Chris Graham interviews Fifth District Congressman Tom Perriello.

Dec. 8, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 8 Dec 2009 16:54:00 GMT

The weekly podcast of AFP editor Chris Graham's Tuesday-morning appearance on WREL-1450AM's "Online with Jim Bresnahan."

Dec. 8, 2009: The AFP on WKDW

Tue, 8 Dec 2009 13:48:00 GMT

Our first podcast with WKDW-900AM in Staunton. Chris Graham joins Kris Neil on the "Country Club" to talk about the hiring of Mike London at UVa. and about the upcoming college bowl season.

Dec. 2, 2009: Jim Webb discusses Afghanistan policy

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 18:57:00 GMT

U.S. Sen. Jim Webb, D-Va., talks with reporters about U.S. policy in Afghanistan.

Dec. 1, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 16:53:00 GMT

Lot and lots and lots of talk about the firing of UVa. football coach Al Groh and the aftermath that is now focused on who will replace Groh on today's installment of The AFP on WREL.

Chris Graham joins "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to talk about the dismissal of Groh, break down the men in the mix to become the next UVa. football coach and offer his prediction on who is the top target for athletics director Craig Littlepage.

Chris and Jim also talk Virginia Tech football, ACC basketball and more.

AFP Audio. Length: 27:30.

Nov. 28, 2009: Frank Beamer's postgame press conference

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Virginia Tech football coach Frank Beamer addresses the media after his team's 42-13 win over Virginia.

Nov. 28, 2009: Famous last words?

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 02:50:00 GMT

UVa. football coach answers a question on his future at his postgame press conference following the Cavs' 42-13 loss to Virginia Tech.

Nov. 24, 2009: WDDI leaders discuss the future

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:17:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham interviews Waynesboro Downtown Development Inc. president Len Poulin, vice president Eileen O'Rourke and executive director Kimberly Watters.

Nov. 24, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:02:00 GMT

ACCVirginia.com editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly chat on ACC sports.

Nov. 20, 2009: UVa.-ORU postgame-Assane Sene

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:22:00 GMT

ACCVirginia.com contributor Scott German interviews UVa. sophomore center Assane Sene.

Nov. 20, 2009: UVa.-ORU postgame-Sammy Zeglinski

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:20:00 GMT

ACCVirginia.com editor Chris Graham interviews UVa. sophomore point guard Sammy Zeglinski.

Nov. 20, 2009: UVa.-ORU postgame-Sylven Landesberg

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:17:00 GMT

ACCVirginia.com editor Chris Graham interviews UVa. sophomore guard Sylven Landesberg.

Nov. 20, 2009: UVa.-Oral Roberts Postgame-Tony Bennett

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:45:00 GMT

UVa. men's basketball coach Tony Bennett talks with the media following the Cavs' 76-55 win over Oral Roberts on Saturday.

Nov. 20, 2009: Mark Warner, health-care reform and the 2010 elections

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:18:00 GMT

The debut of Virginia Politics Today with Chris Graham discusses the evolving position of Mark Warner on health-care reform.

Nov. 19, 2009: Around the ACC-What About Al?

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:33:00 GMT

ACCVirginia.com debuts Around the ACC with Chris Graham. Today Chris talks about the situation with Al Groh, whose tenure at the helm of the UVa. football program seems to be winding down.

Nov. 18, 2009: Virginia Organizing Project report on tax fairness

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:14:00 GMT

Denise Smith of the Virginia Organizing Project talks about a report released today by the Project and the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy on tax fairness in Virginia.

Nov. 18, 2009: UVa. basketball coach Tony Bennett talks with the media

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:48:00 GMT

UVa. basketball coach Tony Bennett addresses the media in his weekly news conference.

Nov. 17, 2009: AFP editor Chris Graham interviews Statler Brother Jimmy Fortune

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:05:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham talks with Statler Brother Jimmy Fortune about his new solo album, "Windows."

Nov. 17, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:40:00 GMT

The weekly podcast of AFP editor Chris Graham's regular appearance on WREL-1450AM's "Online with Jim Bresnahan."

Today Chris and Jim start off with talk about the Group AA high-school football playoffs. The conversation then moves to UVa. and Virginia Tech football, both with big games this weekend (UVa. at Clemson, Virginia Tech at home against N.C. State).

UVa. basketball, VMI basketball, and a capper discussing the Al Groh situation at UVa.

All this week.

Nov. 16, 2009: Interviews with organizers of suicide teleconference

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:26:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham interviews local suicide support-group organizers Cynthia Long and Sean McGowan.

Nov. 13, 2009: UVa. Postgame-Tony Bennett Press Conference

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:55:00 GMT

UVa. men's basketball coach Tony Bennett talks with the media following his team's season-opening 85-72 win over Longwood.

Nov. 13, 2009: UVa. Postgame-Interview with Jeff Jones

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:54:00 GMT

ACCVirginia.com editor Chris Graham's interview with UVa. junior guard Jeff Jones.

Nov. 13, 2009: UVa. postgame-Interview with Sammy Zeglinski

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:52:00 GMT

Comments from UVa. sophomore point guard Sammy Zeglinski after the Cavs' 85-72 win over Longwood Friday night.

Nov. 13, 2009: UVa. Postgame-Sylven Landesberg

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:49:00 GMT

ACCVirginia.com editor Chris Graham's interview with UVa. sophomore Sylven Landesberg.

Nov. 11, 2009: UVa. basketball coach Tony Bennett addresses the media

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:54:00 GMT

UVa. men's basketball coach Tony Bennett talks with the news media on the eve of his team's season opener Friday night against Longwood.

Nov. 10, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:18:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL-1450AM's Jim Bresnahan for their weekly sports chat. This week's segment on "Online with Jim Bresnahan" focuses on the end of the local high-school football season for Waynesboro and Rockbridge County, gets into the stretch runs of UVa. and Virginia Tech in the ACC and starts the talk about the 2009-2010 college-basketball season.

Nov. 3, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 19:14:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly Valley and Virginia sports chat. Today Chris and Jim get fans ready for the final week of the local high-school football regular season and the tough road games on the schedule for UVa. and Virginia Tech.

Election Day: Erik Curren on the campaign trail

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 18:51:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham caught up with 20th House District candidate Erik Curren by phone from Massanetta Springs to talk about Election Day.

Oct. 27, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:49:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham makes his weekly appearance on WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan." This week Chris and Jim break down last week's Waynesboro-Rockbridge County high-school football game, talk up the UVa.-Duke game set for Saturday, the Virginia Tech-UNC game in Blacksburg Thursday night and more.

Oct. 22, 2009: WHS preps for Rockbridge

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:50:00 GMT

Somebody has to win Friday night. Waynesboro High School football coach Steve Isaacs talks about how important the game between his 0-7 Little Giants and 0-7 Rockbridge County is for both teams on today's "Chris Graham Show."

Oct. 21, 2009: Quentin Kidd discusses new election poll

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:03:00 GMT

Christopher Newport University political-science professor Quentin Kidd discusses a new CNU poll on the state elections with AFP editor Chris Graham.

Oct. 20, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:28:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL-1450AM's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to talk Valley and Virginia sports. Lots of discussion about the upcoming Rockbridge County-Waynesboro high-school football game, which you can hear on the AFP and WREL, on Friday night. Also some UVa., JMU and Virginia Tech football.

Oct. 15, 2009: Bennett talks with media

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:11:00 GMT

UVa. basketball coach Tony Bennett addresses reporters at the program's Media Day on Monday, Oct. 12.

Oct. 14, 2009: WHS football preps for Broadway

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:40:00 GMT

Waynesboro High School football coach Steve Isaacs talks with AFP editor Chris Graham about his team's upcoming game with Massanutten District foe Broadway set for Friday night. The Little Giants are still looking to get off the schneid from an 0-6 start to the 2009 season following a 34-7 home loss to cross-county rival Wilson Memorial last week.

Oct. 13, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:17:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL-1450's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly Tuesday talk on Valley and Virginia sports. A lot of UVa. and Virginia Tech, with some JMU and Southern Valley high-school football kicked in for good measure. Length: 16:57.

Oct. 8, 2009: Ready for some WHS-WMHS?

Fri, 9 Oct 2009 00:04:00 GMT

Waynesboro High School football coach Steve Isaacs joins AFP editor Chris Graham to break down the rivalry clash between WHS and cross-country rival Wilson Memorial set for Friday night at 7 p.m. AugustaFreePress.com will bring you the play-by-play on its live weekly WHS football webcast. Get ready for the big game with Coach Issacs. Length: 5:07.

Oct. 6, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 6 Oct 2009 22:22:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly sports chat. This week Chris and Jim break down the local high-school football scene with an emphasis on the Southern Valley District. The guys also talk UVa. football in depth with some VMI and JMU worked in for good measure. Length: 27:58.

Sept. 30, 2009: WHS football coach Steve Isaacs on "The Chris Graham Show"

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 22:01:00 GMT

Waynesboro High School football coach Steve Isaacs joins today's "Chris Graham Show" to preview the Little Giants' game Friday night at Harrisonburg.

Sept. 29, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:46:00 GMT

This week AFP editor Chris Graham and WREL's Jim Bresnahan talk a lot, a lot, a lot of Southern Valley District football, while working in time for VMI, Liberty, JMU, Virginia Tech and UVa. as well. Length: 29:51.

Sept. 24, 2009: Coach Isaacs previews WHS-Lee

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:05:00 GMT

Waynesboro High School football coach Steve Isaacs joins AFP editor Chris Graham to preview WHS' game Friday night at Southern Valley District rival R.E. Lee. AugustaFreePress.com will provide a live webcast of the game at 7 p.m. Friday night. Length: 7:27.

Sept. 22, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 01:53:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly sports chat. It's football-heavy, as you might expect - with focal points on Virginia Tech, UVa., VMI and the Southern Valley District high-school football scene. Length: 22:06.

Sept. 16, 2009: Preview of WHS-Spotswood

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:20:00 GMT

Waynesboro High School football coach Steve Isaacs is the guest on today's "Chris Graham Show" to preview Friday night's WHS-Spotswood non-district football clash. Length: 11:42.

Sept. 15, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:27:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins ith WREL-1450AM's Jim Bresnahan for their weekly segment covering Valley and Virginia sports. Today's topics include the hot seat getting hotter for UVa. football coach Al Groh, Virginia Tech's big home game this weekend with Nebraska and a review of the local high-school football scene. Length: 12:51.

Sept. 9, 2009: TA-WHS preview

Wed, 9 Sep 2009 21:13:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham talks with Waynesboro High School football coach Steve Isaacs about the Little Giants' home opener Friday night against Turner Ashby. Can WHS bounce back from that tough opening-night loss at Western Albemarle? Length: 4:46.

Sept. 8, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 8 Sep 2009 22:05:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly review of what's going on in Valley and Virginia sports. Today Chris and Jim break down Virginia's 26-14 upset loss to William & Mary and what it means for embattled UVa. coach Al Groh. Virginia Tech football, the ACC, the high schools and more. Length: 32:11.

Sept. 5, 2009: Shocker - Tribe upsets UVa., 26-14

Sun, 6 Sep 2009 03:22:00 GMT

And it wasn't even that close, folks. AFP editor Chris Graham breaks down the William & Mary win over Virginia in the season opener for both teams with comments from UVa. coach Al Groh and senior co-captain Denzell Burrell on what the loss means for the floundering University of Virginia program. How much longer does Groh have is also a topic for discussion. Length: 19:57.

Sept. 1, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 1 Sep 2009 17:38:00 GMT

Today's "Chris Graham Show" features this week's segment on WREL-1450AM with "Online" host Jim Bresnahan talking Valley sports. The focus is on local high-school football and the college-football openers this weekend for UVa. and Virginia Tech. Length: 24:52.

Aug. 31, 2009: Steve Shannon talks with AFP editor Chris Graham

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 18:33:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham gets a few minutes with Democratic Party attorney-general nominee Steve Shannon to talk about his campaign for the top public-safety job in Virginia government. Length: 6:52.

Aug. 26, 2009: WHS football coach Steve Isaacs previews Friday's game

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:30:00 GMT

Waynesboro High School football coach Steve Isaacs joins today's edition of "The Chris Graham Show" to preview Friday's season opener at Western Albemarle. AugustaFreePress.com will webcast the game live beginning with a 7 p.m. pregame show and the 7:30 p.m. kickoff. Length: 6:37.

Aug. 25, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:27:00 GMT

"The Chris Graham Show" meets "Online with Jim Bresnahan" - and today Chris and Jim are high-school-football-crazy. Join them to get the inside scoop on the Southern Valley District, local Group A teams and more, plus get details on AugustaFreePress.com's coverage of Waynesboro High School football in '09. Length: 21:58.

Aug. 21, 2009: Deeds camp lays out focus for fall campaign

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:58:00 GMT

Today's edition of "The Chris Graham Show" features audio from Creigh Deeds campaign senior advisor Mo Elleithee discussing the major policy speech from Deeds today at George Mason University. Chris also offers his insight into the politics of the signal from the Deeds campaign about its fall strategy. Length: 9:06.

Aug. 18, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:32:00 GMT

Michael Vick has our attention this week on "The Chris Graham Show" segment featuring Chris' weekly appearance on WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan." Chris and Jim break down the signing of Vick by the Philadelphia Eagles. They also talk Valley League Baseball, local high-school football and JMU football. Length: 31:06.

Aug. 17, 2009: Update on the Greg Marrow House campaign

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 19:04:00 GMT

25th District Democratic Party nominee Greg Marrow talks with AFP editor Chris Graham about his campaign for the House of Delegates seat currently held by Republican Steve Landes. Greg and Chris talk about the health-care debate in Washington and its impact on the local race in addition to looking at how local economic news is playing a role in the discussions with the candidates and voters. Length: 12:46.

Aug. 14, 2009: Mickey Matthews at JMU Media Day

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 21:25:00 GMT

Everything you wanted to know about James Madison University football - and more. Coach Mickey Matthews gave reporters the long and short of it at Media Day today. Hear Matthews break his team down unit by unit and take questions from the hacks. Length: 53:20.

Aug. 11, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 23:44:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly WREL sports segment. Today the guys wrap up the 2009 Valley League season and talk more about the upcoming college-football season. Length: 12:52.

Aug. 8, 2009: Chris Coleman from TechSideline.com talks Tech football

Sat, 8 Aug 2009 18:14:00 GMT

TechSideline.com senior editor Chris Coleman talks Virginia Tech football with AFP editor Chris Graham. Length: 7:57.

Aug. 6, 2009: Deeds campaign spot highlighting text-messaging

Thu, 6 Aug 2009 20:20:00 GMT

The Creigh Deeds campaign radio spot highlighting how voters can connect with the campaign through their mobile phones.

Aug. 6, 2009: Deeds campaign reaches out to Spanish-language voters

Thu, 6 Aug 2009 20:17:00 GMT

The Creigh Deeds campaign radio spot featuring Gov. Tim Kaine speaking to Spanish-language voters.

Aug. 6, 2009: Jeff White talks UVa. football

Thu, 6 Aug 2009 15:37:00 GMT

VirginiaSports.com news editor Jeff White talks with AFP editor Chris Graham about the upcoming 2009 UVa. football season.

Aug. 5, 2009: Movie-theater plans well on their way in Waynesboro

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 18:13:00 GMT

This edition of "The Chris Graham Show" looks at the plans made public on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009, for a new 10-screen movie-theater omniplex in Waynesboro. Visulite Cinemas owner Adam Greenbaum joins Chris to talk about the plans.

Aug. 4, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 4 Aug 2009 15:53:00 GMT

It's Tuesday, and that means "The Chris Graham Show" visits WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their regular Tuesday-morning chat to talk Virginia sports. The focus this week is the Valley League playoffs, including the stunning first-round elimination of the South Division champion Staunton Braves, and ACC football, including in-depth previews of UVa. and Virginia Tech. Length: 27:57.

Aug. 3, 2009: "The Chris Graham Show" is back

Mon, 3 Aug 2009 18:51:00 GMT

It's talk radio on the web the way it oughtta be. "The Chris Graham Show" returns with an interview with Virginia Commonwealth University professor Cary Funk discussing a recent study showing that despite recent voting results in Virginia trending blue, the political direction of Virginia is still very much up in the air. Also featured is an interview with a Virginia Tech researcher confirming what we would all expect about cell phones and their impact on us when we use them while driving. Length: 19:31.

Aug. 3, 2009: Mickey Matthews previews '09 JMU football

Mon, 3 Aug 2009 15:21:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham talks James Madison University football with JMU coach Mickey Matthews.

July 27, 2009: VDOT Commissioner Dave Ekern on job cuts

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:51:00 GMT

The Virginia Department of Transportation today began giving first notices of a pending layoff to approximately 600 employees as part of a plan to reduce staffing to 7,500 full-time employees by July 2010. Learn more about the reduction from a Monday-morning teleconference in which Commissioner Dave Ekern explains the rationale behind the job cuts.

July 23, 2009: Candidates talk health care at Waynesboro forum

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:10:00 GMT

20th House District Democratic nominee Erik Curren and 25th House District Democratic nominee Greg Marrow talked with Valley voters about health care at a forum at the Waynesboro Public Library Wednesday night. The forum in its entirety is featured in this podcast. Length: 1:16:02.

July 21, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 17:33:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham and "Online" host Jim Bresnahan talk today on their weekly WREL segment about ACC football, the status of former Virginia Tech quarterback Michael Vick's NFL career and the Valley League pennant drive. Length: 26:43.

July 17, 2009: Saxman discusses decision to withdraw from 20th District race

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 18:22:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham talks one-on-one with Republican Del. Chris Saxman to discuss Saxman's reasons for withdrawing from the 20th House District political race.

July 14, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:07:00 GMT

Valley League Baseball is the focus of today's "Chris Graham Show" featuring Chris' weekly appearance on WREL-1450AM in Lexington. Chris and WREL host Jim Bresnahan talk about the Valley League pennant race, preview tonight's Major League All-Star Game and discuss the new interest of Congress in college football's controversial BCS system. Length: 19:52.

July 7, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 16:56:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly local-sports wrap. Today Chris and Jim analyze the '09 Valley League baseball season at the halfway point of the campaign, talk some Major League baseball and look ahead to the start of training camps in college football and the NFL. Length: 36:17.

July 3, 2009: Generals rally, beat Fauquier in 14, 5-4

Fri, 3 Jul 2009 04:04:00 GMT

A two-out RBI single in the bottom of the ninth off the bat of Alex McClure tied the game at 4, and an Evan Stobbs RBI sac fly five long innings later plated Rob Kral with the game-winning run as Waynesboro rallied past Fauquier 5-4 at The Fish Thursday night. Chris Graham called the final nine innings from the booth on the Generals Webcast, and he breaks down the action and interviews Generals manager Andy Chalot. Length: 5:06.

July 2, 2009: Business Leaders for Deeds

Thu, 2 Jul 2009 17:46:00 GMT

The economy has to be the driving issue of the 2009 Virginia governor's race. The Creigh Deeds campaign looks to get a leg up in the race with the announcement on Thursday of the formation of Business Leaders for Deeds. AFP editor Chris Graham was on the phone with the Democratic Party nominee, U.S. Sen. Mark Warner and Washington Capitals owner and former AOL chairman Ted Leonsis as the campaign rolled out the new advisory group. Hear from the three with analysis from Chris today on "The Chris Graham Show." Length: 13:10.

June 30, 2009: Ready for some football?

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:17:00 GMT

That's one of the questions that Chris Graham and Jim Bresnahan tackle in their weekly WREL-1450AM sports chat. We're still a few weeks away from the start of training camp, but the ACC Football Kickoff is just around the corner, and Chris and Jim talk some ACC football, local high-school football, discuss the next steps in the comeback of former Tech QB Michael Vick - and of course get around to Valley League Baseball now at the midway point of the 2009 summer baseball season. Length: 18:56.

June 28, 2009: Generals get off the schneid

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 02:34:00 GMT

Waynesboro used a solid pitching performance from Ricky Marshall to break a three-game losing streak with a 4-0 win over Rockbridge Sunday night at The Fish. AFP editor and Waynesboro Generals general manager Chris Graham talked with Marshall and assistant coach Kurt Davidson after the game about the win. He also takes us behind the scenes with an interview with game sponsor Cornerstone Church of Augusta with Cornerstone pastor Greg Mayo. Length: 6:39.

June 16, 2009: College World Series, the Valley League, more

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:58:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins "Online with Jim Bresnahan" on WREL-1450AM in Lexington for their weekly sports segment. Today the guys analyze UVa.'s chances to advance in the College World Series, break down Valley League baseball midway through the second week of play, and discuss changes in high-school football districts that will affect a couple of local teams. Length: 21:46.

June 16, 2009: Waynesboro makes it five in a row

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:27:00 GMT

A Tony Caldwell 10th inning single plated Alex McClure from second to give Waynesboro its fifth straight win, 4-3 over Rockbridge, Monday night at Fishburne Military School Park at Kate Collins Field. AFP editor and Waynesboro Generals general manager Chris Graham talks after the game with Caldwell, Generals manager Andy Chalot and web play-by-play man John Leonard to wrap the game. Length: 7:11.

June 15, 2009: Generals make it four in a row

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 17:40:00 GMT

Waynesboro's 6-3 win over New Market Sunday night at Fishburne Military School Park at Kate Collins Field makes it four in a row for the Generals, who now sit atop the South Division standings in Valley League play as the 2009 season enters its third week. AFP editor and Waynesboro Generals general manager reports on Sunday's game with interviews with manager Andy Chalot, winning pitcher Ricky Marshall and Generals play-by-play man John Leonard. Length: 5:40.

June 12, 2009: Waynesboro evens series with Staunton

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 03:51:00 GMT

Staunton rallied after falling behind 9-0, but Waynesboro held on for a nailbiting 10-8 win at Fishburne Military School Park at Kate Collins Field Friday night. AFP editor and Waynesboro Generals general manager Chris Graham talks after the game with manager Andy Chalot, winning pitcher Tyler Grasewicz, who pitched six shutout innings in his first start of the year, and Generals play-by-play man John Leonard. Length: 9:31.

June 12, 2009: UVa. baseball, Valley League, NBA Finals, Stanley Cup

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 17:57:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL-1450's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to talk sports. The focus on the segment recorded on Friday, June 12, was on UVa.'s College World Series opener against LSU on Saturday night, Game 7 of the Stanley Cup final between Detroit and Pittsburgh, the NBA Finals, Valley League baseball and more. Length: 30:42.

June 12, 2009: Sen. Webb discusses criminal-justice commission

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:53:00 GMT

U.S. Sen. Jim Webb joins "The Chris Graham Show" via conference call to discuss his bill to create a blue-ribbon commission to study the nation's criminal-justice system with an eye toward proposing and enacting systemic reforms in areas including sentencing guidelines, prison administration and drug enforcement. Length: 4:54.

June 11, 2009: Generals get first home win of '09

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 03:42:00 GMT

The Waynesboro Generals improved to 3-2 in the '09 season and picked up their first home win of the summer with a 6-1 rain-shortened victory over Winchester Thursday night. AFP editor and Generals general manager Chris Graham reports from Fishburne Military School Park at Kate Collins Field on the game with interviews with Waynesboro manager Andy Chalot and play-by-play announcer John Leonard. Length: 5:29.

June 2, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 16:00:00 GMT

"The Chris Graham Show" meets up with "Online with Jim Bresnahan" on WREL-1450AM for their regular Tuesday-morning sports segment. Today the guys talk about UVa. baseball's upcoming Super Regional series at Ole Miss, the NBA Finals that tip off Thursday night, and the opening of the Valley League season on Friday. Length: 25:49.

June 1, 2009: Brian O'Connor talks Irvine, looks ahead to Super Regionals

Mon, 1 Jun 2009 16:45:00 GMT

Virginia baseball coach Brian O'Connor talks with reporters from LAX on his way back from California after the Cavaliers took the Regional of Death with a 4-1 win over #1-ranked Cal-Irvine Sunday night. The Cavs await the winner of tonight's Ole Miss-Western Kentucky game to see where they will be playing this weekend in the Super Regionals. AFP editor Chris Graham offers details on ticket availability and game times in this segment of "The Chris Graham Show." Length: 14:16.

May 29, 2009: Breaking down the Democratic primary

Fri, 29 May 2009 21:22:00 GMT

Christopher Newport University political scientist Quentin Kidd joins us on "The Chris Graham Show" to break down the June 9 Democratic Party gubernatorial primary race with a focus on how candidates Terry McAuliffe, Creigh Deeds and Brian Moran are running in Hampton Roads and thoughts on the expected voter turnout. Length: 10:39.

May 29, 2009: The sustainability of sustainable building

Fri, 29 May 2009 14:42:00 GMT

Charles Hendricks of the architecture and design firm The Gaines Group joins "The Chris Graham Show" today to talk about the sustainable-building movement and how, well, sustainable it might be coming out of the recession and the eventual rebirth of the real-estate market. Length: 10:12.

May 22, 2009: Tim Miller talks about the CIA

Fri, 22 May 2009 14:57:00 GMT

Tim Miller worked with the late president Gerald Ford on Ford's last book, an examination of the Warren Report on the John F. Kennedy assassination that included a bombshell revelation from Ford on the CIA's role in covering up key documents in the Warren Commission investigation. Miller joins "The Chris Graham Show" to talk about this in light of the controversy being stoked by Republicans and the news media regarding comments made by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi about how she feels she was misled by the CIA regarding interrogation practices employed against terror suspects in the Bush administration. Length: 13:22.

May 21, 2009: Commander Lawrence Miller talks up Wounded Warrior program

Thu, 21 May 2009 18:49:00 GMT

Commander Lawrence M. Miller joins "The Chris Graham Show" today to talk about the Wounded Warrior Regiment and efforts of the American Academy of Physician Assistants to help provide medical services to returning Iraq and Afghanistan veterans. Length: 8:35.

May 19, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 19 May 2009 15:46:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly sports chat. The focus today is on the upcoming Valley League baseball season - just two weeks away - and the college baseball postseason that has the attention of UVa. fans in particular. Throw in some speculation on Michael Vick's NFL future and a quick preview of this weekend's NCAA men's lacrosse Final Four, and you've got this week's segment. Length: 26:43.

May 14, 2009: Greg Marrow talks jobs, economy

Thu, 14 May 2009 17:43:00 GMT

25th House District Democratic Party nomination candidate Greg Marrow joins "The Chris Graham Show" today to talk about his campaign heading into the June 9 party primary. Chris and Greg go in-depth on issues involving the slumping economy and the controversial vote of the Republican-majority House of Delegates last month to block federal stimulus monies that could have extended unemployment benefits for people looking to retrain themselves for new jobs in the economy. Length: 12:15.

"The Chris Graham Show" welcomes Lorie Smith

Tue, 12 May 2009 16:16:00 GMT

Waynesboro City Councilwoman Lorie Smith is the guest on today's edition of "The Chris Graham Show." Lorie and Chris talk about the ongoing budget deliberations in City Hall, discuss efforts in city government to go green and go over the delay in getting a new economic-development director on the job. Length: 9:45.

May 12, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 12 May 2009 16:11:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly sports chat. Today Chris and Jim are talkin' baseball with UVa. in the stretch drive toward hosting another regional and the Washington Nationals and Baltimore Orioles headed toward another long summer in the cellar. The guys also break out hockey talk for the first time in ages as the Washington Capitals prepare for another Game 7 in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Length: 20:28.

May 7, 2009: Erik Curren talks politics, personal

Thu, 7 May 2009 19:10:00 GMT

Erik Curren got the 20th House District Democratic Party nomination last month, but it's not necessarily the case that the nomination was the biggest news in Curren's life. Find out what could eclipse a party nomination to run for the General Assembly, and more on what Curren thinks on the unemployment insurance-stimulus vote in Richmond today on "The Chris Graham Show." Length: 13:22.

May 6, 2009: The kid with the Clue

Wed, 6 May 2009 21:06:00 GMT

Wilson Memorial High School senior Dustin Roadcap is the producer, director, actor, fill-in-the-blank with the upcoming school production of Clue: The Musical. AFP editor Chris Graham puts Roadcap in the spotlight on the debut of "The Chris Graham Show." Length: 11:35.

May 5, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 5 May 2009 17:01:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly Tuesday segment talking sports. Today the guys start with Valley League baseball with the season set to start four weeks from Friday. The discussion then turns to college baseball with a focus on the ACC and the upcoming college postseason. Length: 18:22.

April 28, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:45:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly segment talking sports. Today Chris and Jim wrap up the 2009 NFL Draft with a focus on Virginia and the ACC. The dynamic duo also talks ACC baseball with a focus on the postseason. Length: 22:50.

April 21, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 21:14:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for his weekly talk with Jim on the sports world. This week Chris and Jim break down the upcoming NFL Draft with an emphasis on players from the state of Virginia and the ACC. The guys also talk college baseball and look ahead to the start of the 2009 Valley League baseball season. Length: 26:31.

April 16, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:51:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL-1450AM's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly sports chat. This week the talk centers around former Duke basketball player Greg Paulus and Michigan football, the start of the Major League Baseball season, ACC baseball and more. Length: 10:15.

April 7, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Wed, 8 Apr 2009 00:35:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their regular Tuesday segment talking sports. This week's segment is heavy on the NCAA Tournament that wrapped with UNC's 89-72 win over Michigan State for the national championship Monday night. The guys also talk about where the Heels will be next season pending a series of expected losses of players to the NBA, how UVa. might fare in what could be a weakened ACC and more. Length: 25:35.

April 7, 2009: Green Cities Forum

Tue, 7 Apr 2009 13:45:00 GMT

Today the AFP presents the April 2 Green Cities Forum sponsored by Staunton Green 2020 in its entirety. Guest speakers included Staunton Green 2020 organizer Erik Curren, Charlottesville climate-protection coordinator Cynthia Adams, Harrisonburg Mayor Kai Degner, Ken Cronin, the director of general services in Roanoke, and Staunton City Councilman Ophie Kier. Length: 1:59:17.

April 1, 2009: Tony Bennett press conference

Wed, 1 Apr 2009 23:25:00 GMT

AFP contributor Scott German was on hand for today's press conference to announce and introduce Tony Bennett as the new men's basketball coach at the University of Virginia. Hear the press conference in its entirety. Length: 1:02:51.

March 31, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Wed, 1 Apr 2009 01:25:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to break down the move by the University of Virginia to hire Tony Bennett from Washington State to be the new UVa. basketball coach. Chris and Jim also talk about the upcoming Final Four, college baseball, the Valley League and more. Length: 32:04.

March 25, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 01:44:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL-1450AM's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly segment talking sports. This week Chris and Jim talk about their NCAA brackets and break down the Sweet 16. They also get into JMU's run in the inaugural (final?) CollegeInsider.com Tournament, college baseball and more. Length: 26:27.

March 17, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 20:05:00 GMT

Where do we start? Today's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" segment with AFP editor Chris Graham breaks down the Virginia teams in the men's college basketball postseason from VCU and Radford in the Big Dance to Liberty and JMU in the CollegeInsider.com Tournament. Chris and Jim also talk about VMI's decision to forego a potential bid in the College Basketball Invitational and the CIT and the big news out of Charlottesville regarding the resignation of hoops coach Dave Leitao. Length: 21:35.

March 10, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:17:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to break down this week's ACC Tournament, talk about VMI's postseason hopes and more. Length: 24:15.

March 6, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Sat, 7 Mar 2009 01:12:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL-1450AM's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to talk Valley and Virginia sports. Today's show has Chris and Jim talking about VMI's run to the Big South basketball tournament final on Saturday against Radford, what Virginia Tech needs to do to get back in the mix for an NCAA bid, what other ACC teams need to do to stay off the bubble and more. Length: 18:38.

Feb. 24, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 02:19:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins "Online with Jim Bresnahan" on WREL-1450AM in Lexington for his Tuesday segment. Chris and Jim talk about the local high-school basketball playoffs and analyze Virginia Tech's dwindling NCAA Tournament hopes. Length: 17:20.

Feb. 17, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 01:55:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for their weekly segment talking sports. This week the two talk local high-school basketball with the Southern Valley heading into the postseason, VMI limping down the stretch in the Big South and UVa. and Virginia Tech getting ready for their big showdown in the ACC Wednesday night. Length: 26:39.

Feb. 15, 2009: SS44

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 23:51:00 GMT

The University of Virginia retired 2008 grad Sean Singletary's #44 at halftime of Sunday's UVa.-Clemson home basketball game on Sunday. AFP contributor Scott German caught up with Singletary to talk about his special day.

Feb. 15, 2009: Dave Leitao addresses media after OT win over Clemson

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 23:47:00 GMT

Virginia coach Dave Leitao talks with the news media following his team's 85-81 win over Clemson on Sunday in ACC action in Charlottesville.

Feb. 15, 2009: Landesberg, Scott break down Clemson win

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 23:40:00 GMT

UVa. players Sylven Landesberg (23 points) and Mike Scott (18 points, 15 rebounds) talk with reporters after the Cavs' 85-81 overtime victory over Clemson on Sunday, Feb. 15, in ACC action in Charlottesville.

Feb. 13, 2009: Tom Perriello talks stimulus

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 22:03:00 GMT

Fifth District Congressman Tom Perriello talked with reporters Friday afternoon, Feb. 13, 2009, about the economic stimulus plan that was passed by the House of Representatives earlier today. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting. Length: 16:35.

Feb. 10, 2009: Sen. Jim Webb talks stimulus

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 19:59:00 GMT

U.S. Sen. Jim Webb talked with Virginia news reporters this afternoon about the ongoing debate over President Barack Obama's proposed $800 billion-plus economic-stimulus plan. Webb goes over details of the plan and his thoughts on the latest version of the bill passed in the Senate today. Length: 15:04.

Feb. 10, 2009: College Basketball Weekly

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:58:00 GMT

UVa. is in the doldrums. Virginia Tech is aiming at the NCAAs. And James Madison is beginning to look like a ready-for-primetime squad on the heels of its big home win over George Mason Saturday night. AFP editor Chris Graham reports on the local college-hoops scene. Length: 11:48.

Feb. 10, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:51:00 GMT

AFP editor does his weekly spot on WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan." This week Chris and Jim talk some serious ACC basketball with an emphasis as usual on UVa. and Virginia Tech. They also break down VMI's bid to take control in the Big South, A-Rod's startling admission of steroid use and the upcoming Daytona 500.

Feb. 5, 2009: UVa. drops sixth straight

Thu, 5 Feb 2009 14:58:00 GMT

AFP contributor Scott German was in the locker room following Virginia's 80-70 loss to Boston College Wednesday night, the Cavs' sixth straight defeat in conference play. Hear from coach Dave Leitao and freshmen Sylven Landesberg and Assane Sene - and hear AFP editor Chris Graham's commentary and analysis. Length: 20:19.

Feb. 4, 2009: College Basketball Wednesday

Wed, 4 Feb 2009 18:33:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham offers analysis and commentary on college basketball in Virginia - with clips from UVa. coach Dave Leitao, Virginia Tech coach Seth Greenberg and JMU coach Matt Brady. Length: 11:12.

Feb. 4, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Wed, 4 Feb 2009 18:29:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for his regularly weekly segment on Virginia sports. Chris and Jim talk college basketball with a focus on VMI and Virginia Tech this week. The duo also breaks down the thrilling Super Bowl win by the Pittsburgh Steelers. Length: 12:31.

Jan. 30, 2009: Dave Leitao talks about his Cavs, Sunday's game with Duke

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 22:34:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham reports on UVa. basketball coach Dave Leitao's teleconference with reporters Friday afternoon. Leitao talked about his team in advance of Sunday's 2 p.m. game at top-ranked Duke. Length: 10:04.

Inside the Tech Zone

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:45:00 GMT

New Dominion editor Chris Graham talks about the Harrisonburg Downtown Technology Zone with Harrisonburg economic-development director Brian Shull, Gravity Group creative director Christian Perritt, Immerge Technologies cofounder Justin Creasy, DIGICO co-owner Joey Groah and BlueKey Inc. founder Ben Cash. Length: 15:12.

Jan. 27, 2009: Hokies, Keydets flying high, 'Hoos in nosedive mode

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:51:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham breaks down the local college-basketball scene - focusing on the Virginia Tech Hokies run to the #2 spot in the ACC standings, VMI rolling to the top of the Big South and looking good for an NCAA tournament berth, JMU surprising everybody with its success in the CAA and Virginia bringing everybody down with its woeful performances of late. Length: 16:48.

Jan. 27, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:46:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins "Online with Jim Bresnahan" on WREL-1450AM in Lexington to talk local sports. Today Chris and Jim talk a lot of Virginia Tech basketball with the Hokies in second place in the ACC, VMI basketball with the Keydets looking good in the Big South, and UVa. basketball with the Cavs living life on the other side of the college-basketball world. Length: 23:58.

Jan. 24, 2009: Inside the UVa. locker room

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 03:35:00 GMT

AFP contributor Scott German takes us into the locker room following Virginia's 73-62 loss to Florida State.

Jan. 21, 2009: Tech-Wake, JMU in the CAA, Dave Leitao's future

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:12:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham breaks down Virginia Tech at #1 Wake Forest tonight in Winston-Salem, talks JMU basketball in advance of the Dukes' big CAA game at home tonight against Towson and then speculates on the future of UVa. coach Dave Leitao. Length: 14:22.

Jan. 21, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:08:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham did his Tuesday gig with "Online with Jim Bresnahan" this week with Inauguration Day as the backdrop. Chris and Jim talk some Inauguration and then get to the meat of the local high school and college basketball schedule.

Jan. 17, 2009: Everything you wanted to know about inaugurations

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 20:00:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham talks with Jim Bendat, the author of Democracy's Big Day: The Inauguration of our President 1789-2009.

Jan. 17, 2009: Breaking down the money race

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 19:56:00 GMT

Political analyst Adam Sharp joins AFP editor Chris Graham to break down the numbers from the campaign-finance reports filed this week by the candidates for the governor and lieutenant-governor jobs.

Jan. 15, 2009: Jon Bowerbank talks about campaign for LG nomination

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 14:40:00 GMT

Energy entrepreneur and Southwest Virginia local pol Jon Bowerbank is running for the Democratic Party nomination for lieutenant governor. Bowerbank was in Waynesboro Wednesday night to meet with voters about his campaign, and he sat down with AFP editor Chris Graham to talk about his ideas for the future of Virginia. Length: 23:42.

Jan. 14, 2009: UVa. Basketball This Week

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 20:53:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham reports on University of Virginia basketball. With clips from coach Dave Leitao and a preview of the Cavs' game Thursday night against fifth-ranked North Carolina. Length: 5:32.

Jan.14, 2009: Virginia Tech Basketball This Week

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 20:50:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham reports on Virginia Tech basketball. With clips from coach Seth Greenberg and a preview of the Hokies' games this week against Richmond and Boston College. Length: 3:31.

Jan. 14, 2009: JMU Basketball This Week

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 20:45:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham reports on James Madison University men's basketball. With clips from coach Matt Brady and analysis of the Dukes' 3-0 week last week that has them at 11-6 overall in what was supposed to be a rebuilding year. Length: 3:48.

Jan. 13, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:56:14 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins "Online with Jim Bresnahan" on WREL-1450AM to talk sports. Today's segment focuses on Big South basketball, North Carolina's shocking fall from grace, the NFL playoffs and more.

Jan. 13, 2009: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:56:00 GMT

Jan. 9, 2009: Quentin Kidd talks about Kaine appointment to DNC, McAuliffe entree into governor's race

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 19:43:00 GMT

Christopher Newport University political-science professor Quentin Kidd talks with AFP editor Chris Graham about Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine's appointment as chair of the Democratic National Committee, and the entree of former DNC chair Terry McAuliffe into the Virginia governor's race.

January New Dominion Magazine: A changing of the guard at Ntelos Wireless

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 16:09:00 GMT

New Dominion editor talks with retired Ntelos Wireless president Carl Rosberg and the new man in charge at the Waynesboro telecom, Frank Guido. Length: 22:23.

January New Dominion Magazine: Dems take control of Harrisonburg City Council

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 16:01:00 GMT

New Dominion editor Chris Graham talks with the three Democrats who swept the Harrisonburg City Council elections in November - Richard Baugh, Kai Degner and Dave Wiens. Length: 33:26.

January New Dominion Magazine: Hanger, Henderson talk restoration

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 15:57:00 GMT

State Sen. Emmett Hanger and Deputy Secretary of the Commonwealth Bernie Henderson talk with New Dominion editor Chris Graham about the process for restoring voting rights for former felons. Length: 17:15.

January New Dominion Magazine: Virginia Painter talks about getting her right to vote back

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 15:54:00 GMT

Augusta County native Virginia Painter shares with New Dominion editor Chris Graham her story of how she worked to get her right to vote restored. Length: 10:05.

Jan. 8, 2009: Terry McAuliffe in Harrisonburg

Thu, 8 Jan 2009 18:17:00 GMT

Terry McAuliffe continued his tour of Virginia to formally announce his candidacy for the Democratic Party gubernatorial nomination Thursday morning in Harrisonburg.

Jan. 7, 2008: Terry McAuliffe radio spot

Wed, 7 Jan 2009 19:57:00 GMT

The first ad of the 2009 gubernatorial campaign season - from Democratic Party nomination candidate Terry McAuliffe. The spot is entitled "Join."

Jan. 6, 2009: Virginia Tech Basketball This Week

Tue, 6 Jan 2009 19:35:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham takes you inside the world of Virginia Tech basketball - with clips from coach Seth Greenberg's weekly teleconference and commentary and analysis from Chris.

Jan. 6, 2009: UVa. Basketball This Week

Tue, 6 Jan 2009 19:31:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham takes you inside the world of UVa. basketball -with clips from coach Dave Leitao's weekly teleconference and commentary and analysis from Chris.

Jan. 6, 2009: JMU Basketball Podcast

Tue, 6 Jan 2009 19:21:00 GMT

Clips from Matt Brady's weekly teleconference and commentary and analysis on JMU basketball from AFP editor Chris Graham.

Dec. 31, 2008: The Bard and bad times

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 20:58:00 GMT

The American Shakespeare Center is turning to the community here locally and nationally for help getting through a rough fiscal patch. AFP editor Chris Graham sits down with ASC co-founder Jim Warren and development director Deirdre Sullivan to talk about a fundraising campaign that is being done to keep the arts center afloat.

Dec. 26, 2008: Creigh Deeds talks about his gubernatorial campaign

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 16:02:00 GMT

Bath County State Sen. Creigh Deeds sits down with AFP editor Chris Graham for a one-on-one interview to talk about his campaign for the '09 Democratic Party gubernatorial nomination.

Dec. 23, 2008: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 18:06:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham and WREL-1450AM host Jim Bresnahan preview the Orange Bowl matchup pitting Virginia Tech and Cincinnati, break down the rest of the ACC bowl games, talk a little ACC basketball and more.

Dec. 22, 2008: JMU upsets Seton Hall, 70-64

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 04:06:00 GMT

It looked a lot like last year's game - in fact would have been a part two until James Madison rallied to get the 70-64 victory over Seton Hall of the Big East Monday night in the Convocation Center. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting.

Dec. 19, 2008: Budget cuts and K-12

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 19:50:00 GMT

Virginia Education Association president Kitty Boitnott joins us today to talk about the impact of Gov. Tim Kaine's proposed budget cuts on K-12 public education in Virginia. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting.

Dec. 18, 2008: Rick Boucher endorses Creigh Deeds for governor

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:41:00 GMT

Big endorsement for Creigh Deeds today - from Ninth District Democratic Congressman Rick Boucher. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting.

Dec. 16, 2008: Advice to state lawmakers on the budget

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 17:33:00 GMT

Virginia Organizing Project economist David Shreve joins AFP editor Chris Graham in a discussion of the upcoming work by state lawmakers on the $3 billion state budget shortfall. Shreve details a blueprint to dealing with the shortfall offered by the VOP in today's podcast.

Dec. 16, 2008: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 17:16:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to wrap up JMU's run to the I-AA national semifinals, preview Richmond's upcoming I-AA national-title tilt with Montana, talk some Washington Redskins and Carolina Panthers, look ahead to the Orange Bowl matchup pitting Virginia Tech and Cincinnati and more.

Dec. 12, 2008: JMU falls in national semis

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:13:00 GMT

Montana ended top-ranked JMU's run at a national title in dramatic fashion, winning 35-27 in Harrisonburg Friday night. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting.

Dec. 12, 2008: Moran resigns House seat to focus on '09 gubernatorial run

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 23:32:00 GMT

Political analyst Adam Sharp helps us break down the big news regarding Democratic Party gubernatorial-nomination candidate Brian Moran and his decision to resign his House of Delegates seat to focus on his run for the '09 governor's nomination. Length: 7:28.

Dec. 11, 2008: JMU preps for Montana

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:57:00 GMT

Top-ranked James Madison is knocking at the door of a second I-AA national football championship, but the Dukes will have to jump past a familiar hurdle in Montana to get to the '08 title game. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting.

Dec. 10, 2008: L.F. Payne endorses Brian Moran for governor

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 19:40:00 GMT

Former Fifth District congressman and Mark Warner confidante L.F. Payne is endorsing Northern Virginia state lawmaker Brian Moran for the '09 Democratic Party gubernatorial nomination. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting.

Dec. 9, 2008: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 9 Dec 2008 19:39:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to talk about Virginia Tech's run at another Orange Bowl bid, JMU and Richmond and their I-AA playoff odysseys and more.

Dec. 6, 2008: JMU pulls out another nailbiter, advances in I-AA playoffs

Sun, 7 Dec 2008 02:16:00 GMT

A 1-yard Rodney Landers TD run with 1:38 left sent JMU to the I-AA football semifinals with a 31-27 win over CAA rival Villanova Saturday night in Harrisonburg. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting.

Dec. 5, 2008: Hokies, Eagles, not unfamiliar strangers, getting ready for another big game

Fri, 5 Dec 2008 15:47:00 GMT

Virginia Tech and Boston College are matching up for the fourth time in 14 months and the second ACC Championship Game in two years on Saturday in Tampa. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting.

Dec. 4, 2008: JMU, 'Nova prepping for playoff tilt

Fri, 5 Dec 2008 01:55:00 GMT

Top-seeded JMU is hosting CAA rival Villanova in a I-AA quarterfinal playoff game on Saturday at Bridgeforth Stadium. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting.

Dec. 2, 2008: Drew Richardson talks science, security

Tue, 2 Dec 2008 20:52:00 GMT

Drew Richardson talks with AFP editor Chris Graham about his op-ed in Monday's Augusta Free Press on the focus that he hopes the Obama administration will place on science and scientific research. The retired FBI agent and possible future Sixth District Democratic congressional nomination candidate also shares his thoughts on the Obama-Biden team's national-security announcements. Length: 9:34.

Dec. 2, 2008: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 2 Dec 2008 17:37:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL-1450AM's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" every Tuesday to talk sports in Virginia. Today Chris and Jim break down Virginia Tech's 17-14 win over UVa. on Saturday, analyze the Hokies' chances in the ACC Championship Game against Boston College, take a look at JMU's playoff game this weekend against CAA rival Villanova, talk some ACC basketball and more. Length: 26:27.

Nov. 29, 2008: JMU wins playoff opener

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 01:39:00 GMT

Top-ranked James Madison held off a second-half rally by eighth-ranked Wofford to post a 38-35 win in the first round of the I-AA playoffs. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting.

Nov. 26, 2008: The battle for the Commonwealth Cup

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 18:04:00 GMT

Virginia. Virginia Tech. The Commonwealth Cup. Bragging rights. Throw the records out the door, except for the one that has the Hokies winning eight of the last nine in the series. AFP editor Chris Graham breaks down the UVa.-Tech game on tap this weekend.

Nov. 26, 2008: Another JMU national-title run?

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:59:00 GMT

James Madison is the top seed in the I-AA football playoffs. AFP editor Chris Graham previews the Dukes' postseason opener against Wofford with interviews with JMU coach Mickey Matthews and star quarterback Rodney Landers - plus comments from Wofford coach Mike Ayers.

Nov. 25, 2008: Flames singe Cavs, 86-82

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 03:45:00 GMT

Shocker - Liberty upsets Virginia 86-82 Tuesday night in the John Paul Jones Arena. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting. Audio from the postgame press conferences with UVa. coach Dave Leitao and Liberty coach Ritchie McKay.

Nov. 25, 2008: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 22:23:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" to talk about the big Virginia-Virginia Tech game, JMU's I-AA playoff opener and more.

Nov. 24, 2008: Terry McAuliffe visits Waynesboro

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:18:00 GMT

Former Democratic National Committee chairman Terry McAuliffe was in Waynesboro Monday night to talk about his interest in running for governor of Virginia in 2009. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting.

Nov. 22, 2008: Clemson 13, UVa. 3

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 02:34:00 GMT

Clemson ended Virginia's faint ACC title-game hopes with a 13-3 win in Charlottesville today. AFP editor Chris Graham reporting with audio from UVa. coach Al Groh's postgame press conference.

Nov. 20, 2008: College Football Saturday

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:43:00 GMT

Clemson-UVa., Duke-Virginia Tech, Towson-JMU. Three games with postseason implications. "The Augusta Free Press Show" breaks them down for you.

Nov. 20, 2008: College Football Saturday

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:42:58 GMT

UVa.-Clemson, Virginia Tech-Duke, JMU-Towson. Showdown Saturday, and "The Augusta Free Press Show" breaks it all down for you.

Nov. 18, 2008: Adam Sharp helps us break down the '08, '08 elections

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 22:40:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham talks with Democratic Party political consultant Adam Sharp on today's show about the '08 and '09 elections.

Nov. 18, 2008: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:36:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" for his weekly Tuesday-morning appearance. Today Chris and Jim talk local college basketball, focusing on those surprising VMI Keydets and the 'Hoos from UVa., plus college football with UVa. and Virginia Tech both getting ready for big games this weekend, and more.

Nov. 18, 2008: Chris Graham on WINA

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:20:00 GMT

Audio from AFP editor Chris Graham's appearance on the Monday, Nov. 17, 2008, installment of "Charlottesville-Right Now!" with Coy Barefoot on WINA-1070AM. Courtesy the Charlottesville Podcasting Network. Length: 14:55.

Nov. 16, 2008: Virginia gets win in opener, 107-97

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:17:00 GMT

Hear UVa. coach Dave Leitao and VMI coach Duggar Baucom talk about their teamsâ game on Sunday in Charlottesville, won by Virginia by a 107-97 final. Also hear from AFP editor Chris Graham with commentary and analysis. Length: 23:57.

Nov. 16, 2008: UVa. holds off VMI, 107-97

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:03:00 GMT

UVa. held off a second-half VMI rally to post a win in its 2008-2009 men's basketball season opener, 107-97, on Sunday in Charlottesville. Hear from UVa. coach Dave Leitao, VMI coach Duggar Baucom and AFP editor Chris Graham.

Nov. 14, 2008: Dave Leitao talks about his 'Hoos

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 15:39:00 GMT

UVa. basketball coach Dave Leitao talks about his '08-'09 Cavaliers on today's show. Analysis and commentary from AFP editor Chris Graham.

Nov. 12, 2008: Hokies, 'Canes prepare to battle

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:12:00 GMT

Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer and Miami coach Randy Shannon talk about their teams' upcoming Thursday-night national-TV matchup, and AFP editor Chris Graham provides the commentary and analysis.

Nov. 11, 2008: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 22:22:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham talks with WREL-1450AM's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" about the start of the high-school playoffs locally, UVa. and Virginia Tech football, the big Washington Redskins-Dallas Cowboys game on tap for this weekend and the start of the 2008-2009 college-basketball season.

Nov. 7, 2008: Night of the Superstars returns to Waynesboro

Fri, 7 Nov 2008 15:17:00 GMT

Today's show previews the Night of the Superstars VI at Waynesboro High School - set for Saturday night, Nov. 8, bell time 8 p.m. AFP editor Chris Graham talks with "The Raging Bull" Manny Fernandez and former WWE star Colin Delaney to get us all ready for Night of the Superstars.

Nov. 6, 2008: College Football Saturday (And Thursday!)

Thu, 6 Nov 2008 17:02:00 GMT

This week's College Football Saturday also includes a preview of the Thursday-night national-TV matchup between Virginia Tech and Maryland in addition to Saturday's UVa.-Wake Forest game in Winston-Salem. Hear from the coaches and from AFP editor Chris Graham with commentary and analysis.

Oct. 24, 2008: Bob Barr, Wes Clark and David Plouffe

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 19:53:00 GMT

Today's "Augusta Free Press Show" on politics features interviews with Obama-Biden campaign manager David Plouffe, former NATO commander Wesley Clark and Libertarian Party presidential nominee Bob Barr.

Oct. 24, 2008: An expanded College Football Saturday!

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 17:43:06 GMT

Today's College Football Saturday includes more coachspeak.

- We talk with Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer and Florida State coach Bobby Bowden about the Hokies-'Noles battle in Tallahassee.

- UVa. coach Al Groh and Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson preview the 'Hoos-Jackets showdown in Hotlanta.

- And JMU coach Mickey Matthews and Villanova coach Andy Talley get us ready for the CAA brawl upcoming in Philly.

Oct. 24, 2008: An expanded College Football Saturday!

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 17:43:00 GMT

Today's College Football Saturday includes more coachspeak.

- We talk with Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer and Florida State coach Bobby Bowden about the Hokies-'Noles battle in Tallahassee.

- UVa. coach Al Groh and Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson preview the 'Hoos-Jackets showdown in Hotlanta.

- And JMU coach Mickey Matthews and Villanova coach Andy Talley get us ready for the CAA brawl upcoming in Philly.

Oct. 18, 2008: UVa. storms back, stuns Carolina, 16-13

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 02:42:00 GMT

Virginia capped a 3-0 homestand with an improbable 16-13 overtime win over 18th-ranked North Carolina on Saturday. "The Augusta Free Press Show" caught up with UVa. coach Al Groh, quarterback Marc Verica (24-38, 217 yards), tailback Cedric Peerman (17 carries, 44 yards, 2 touchdowns) and linebacker Clint Sintim (8 tackles, 1 sack) after the game. Hear what they had to say and get postgame analysis from AFP editor Chris Graham.

Oct. 17, 2008: Barack Obama rallies Roanoke

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 01:50:00 GMT

Audio from Barack Obama's visit to the Roanoke Civic Center Friday.

Oct. 13, 2008: Brad O'Leary, Jason Furman, the Perriello Pickers and more

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 21:04:00 GMT

Today's "Augusta Free Press Show" is teeming - with an interview of Audacity of Deceit author Brad O'Leary, a few minutes with Obama-Biden economic-policy adviser Jason Furman, a discussion of Jim Gilmore's latest attempt to use a 1994 audio clip from a Mark Warner speech as a smear against Warner in their U.S. Senate race, and a bluegrass song touting the Tom Perriello Fifth District Congress campaign featuring the Perriello Pickers.

Oct. 10, 2008: College Football Saturday

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:19:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham previews College Football Saturday with JMU coach Mickey Matthews, UVa. coach Al Groh and Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer.

Sept. 30, 2008: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:23:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins WREL's "Online with Jim Bresnahan" every Tuesday to talk Virginia and Mid-Atlantic sports. Today Chris and Jim add a little presidential-debate talk to the mix with discussion of the local high-school football scene, the ACC and the Redskins' big win in Dallas over the weekend.

Sept. 30, 2008: Sam Rasoul in Waynesboro

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Sixth District Democratic Party congressional nominee Sam Rasoul was in Waynesboro on Monday night to talk to voters about his campaign. Hear from Rasoul on why he is running, the issues in the race and his position on the Wall Street bailout in today's "Augusta Free Press Show."

Sept. 23, 2008: 73 New Americans

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 21:32:00 GMT

Seventy-three Valley and Central Virginia residents became Americans today in a naturalization ceremony at the Frontier Culture Museum in Staunton. The AFP was on hand to chronicle the event. Hear from one of the new Americans and from a member of the Rockingham County Board of Supervisors who was himself became a naturalized U.S. citizen 40 years ago.

Sept. 23, 2008: The AFP on WREL

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 21:29:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham joins "Online with Jim Bresnahan" on WREL-1450AM every Tuesday morning to talk Valley and Virginia sports. Today Chris and Jim break down ACC football, talk about JMU's big 35-32 win over Appalachian State last week and discuss the local high-school football scene.

Sept. 22, 2008: Hillary Sent Me!

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 21:22:00 GMT

Hillary Clinton is urging the 18 million people who voted for her in the Democratic Party primaries and caucuses to vote for Obama-Biden and Democratic candidates for Congress and the U.S. Senate. Hear Clinton make her call in her own words on this segment of "The Augusta Free Press Show."

Sept. 22, 2008: Joe Biden, Kathleen Sebelius talk policies

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 18:47:00 GMT

Vice-presidential nominee Joe Biden and Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius join the show today to talk about campaign initiatives of the Obama-Biden ticket in the area of law enforcement and health care.

Sept. 22, 2008: Richard Clarke stumps for Obama

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:58:00 GMT

Former Clinton and Bush administration counterterrorism adviser Richard Clarke was in Harrisonburg on Sunday to campaign for Democratic Party presidential nominee Barack Obama. The AFP was on hand and got audio from his remarks.

Sept. 22, 2008: Richard Clarke campaigns for Obama

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:53:53 GMT

Former Clinton and George W. Bush counterterrorism adviser Richard Clarke spoke on behalf of the Barack Obama presidential candidacy Sunday night in Harrisonburg.

Sept. 18, 2008: Ray Mabus stumps for Obama in Waynesboro

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 21:55:00 GMT

Former Mississippi governor Ray Mabus was in Waynesboro on Thursday to talk up the Barack Obama presidential campaign. The AFP caught up with Mabus after the town-hall meeting that he led to talk about the Obama campaign's outreach to Rural America.

Sept. 18, 2008: Ray Mabus brings the message of change to Waynesboro

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 21:54:15 GMT

Former Mississippi governor Ray Mabus was in Waynesboro on Thursday stumping for Democratic Party presidential nominee Barack Obama at a town-hall meeting. The AFP caught up with Mabus after the town-hall meeting to talk with him about the Obama campaign and its outreach efforts in Rural America.

Sept. 17, 2008: Lilly Ledbetter endorses Barack Obama

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 01:24:00 GMT

Lilly Ledbetter didn't set out to be a women's rights advocate. But the former Goodyear supervisor who fought the company to the U.S. Supreme Court over pay discrimination has become just that, and she traveled Virginia today to tell women why Barack Obama is her choice for president of the United States.

Sept. 17, 2008: Tom Perriello addresses a large pro-Obama crowd

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 01:22:00 GMT

Fifth District Democratic nominee Tom Perriello was given the chance to talk to voters at the Michelle Obama event in Charlottesville on Wednesday. Perriello talked up his campaign against Republican Virgil Goode and fired up the crowd for Barack Obama.

Sept. 17, 2008: Michelle Obama campaigns in Charlottesville

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 01:18:00 GMT

Michelle Obama brought the message of change to Charlottesville at the University of Virginia on Wednesday. The AFP was there and brings you audio from Obama's speech to the crowd of more than 2,500 Wahoos.

Barack Obama Second Amendment Ad

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:49:00 GMT

Barack Obama Second Amendment Ad featuring former Washington Redskin Ray Schoenke

Sept. 17, 2008: The AFP on WINA

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:48:00 GMT

AFP editor Chris Graham was a guest on "Charlottesville-Right Now!" with Coy Barefoot on WINA-1070AM on Tuesday. Chris and Coy break down the latest news involving the Wall Street meltdown, the presidential election, Virginia politics and more.

Sept. 16, 2008: AFP/ND/Waynesbooro Dems Foreign Policy Forum

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 02:07:00 GMT

The Augusta Free Press, The New Dominion and the Waynesboro Democratic Committee cosponsored a Foreign Policy Forum in Waynesboro on Tuesday night. The panelists were David McQuilkin from Bridgewater College, Gordon Bowen from Mary Baldwin College and Chris Graham from the AFP and ND.

Sept. 15, 2008: Cancer research and Bob McDonnell talking politics

freepress2@ntelos.net — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 19:53:00 GMT

Today's "Augusta Free Press Show" features an interview with Melba Campbell of the Patients and Friends Research Fund in Charlottesville and a few minutes with Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell talking about the '08 election cycle.

July 31, 2008: Hank Bostwick talks Virginia politics

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:03:00 GMT

July 25, 2008: Chris Graham and Hank Bostwick talk gas prices

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 17:36:00 GMT

July 24, 2008: Chris Graham paints the Valley blue

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:45:00 GMT

July 23, 2008: Obama campaign reaches out to Latino voters

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:20:00 GMT

July 18, 2008: Hank Bostwick talks Sixth District politics

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:11:00 GMT

July 17, 2008: Mark Warner talks up his Senate campaign in Staunton

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 23:08:00 GMT

July 15, 2008: Sam Rasoul talks energy

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:43:00 GMT

July 10, 2008: An interview with Janice Lee Allen

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:51:00 GMT

July 4, 2008: President Bush speaks at Monticello

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 16:59:00 GMT

June 27, 2008: Jim Webb talks about the New GI Bill

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 19:05:00 GMT

June 19, 2008: Talking transportation funding with Chris Saxman

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 20:24:00 GMT

June 16, 2008: Audio from Tom Perriello ad

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 16:20:00 GMT

June 12, 2008: Gov. Kaine talks transportation

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 19:53:00 GMT

June 11, 2008: Tim Kaine for VP?

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 19:51:00 GMT

June 12, 2008: Gov. Tim Kaine talks to land trust conference in Staunton

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 19:36:00 GMT

June 11, 2008: Tom Perriello addresses gas prices

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 18:35:00 GMT

June 11, 2008: Sam Rasoul offers solutions to health-care crisis

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 18:31:00 GMT

June 11, 2008: W.R. Marshall for Veep?

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 14:17:00 GMT

June 9, 2008: Mitt Romney, Bill Bolling talk presidential, vice-presidential politics

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 14:08:00 GMT

June 6, 2008: Jim Webb for VP?

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 16:01:00 GMT

June 6, 2008: Barack the Vote at the Nissan Pavilion

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 04:04:00 GMT

June 4, 2008: Lieberman, Cantor raise issue with Obama on Iran

Wed, 4 Jun 2008 16:01:00 GMT

May 31, 2008: Dick Cheney talks to the Virginia GOP

Sat, 31 May 2008 14:47:00 GMT

May 27, 2008: Warner has early advantage, according to VCU poll

Tue, 27 May 2008 16:03:00 GMT

May 24, 2008: Sam Rasoul gets Sixth District Democratic nomination

Sat, 24 May 2008 17:41:00 GMT

May 24, 2008: Brian Moran addresses Sixth District Democratic Convention

Sat, 24 May 2008 17:38:00 GMT

May 22, 2008: Webb, Warner laud passage of Post-9/11 GI Bill

Thu, 22 May 2008 19:33:00 GMT

May 22, 2008: Sam Rasoul talks veterans issues, Post-9/11 GI Bill

Thu, 22 May 2008 14:51:00 GMT

May 21, 2008: The new old Germany

Wed, 21 May 2008 19:30:00 GMT

May 16, 2008: The California Supreme Court ruling and Virginia

Fri, 16 May 2008 17:10:00 GMT

May 15, 2008: Michael Cassidy discusses the Kaine transportation plan

Thu, 15 May 2008 21:45:00 GMT

May 14, 2008: Anything we can do about high gas prices?

Wed, 14 May 2008 15:44:00 GMT

May 13, 2008: W.R. Marshall and Chris Graham talk politics

Tue, 13 May 2008 19:42:00 GMT