Barbara Ciara: Chapter 2

11/02/23 • 54 min

She is the consummate journalist, whose commanding voice and presence has filled the news airwaves on every network in Hampton Roads, including WHRO-TV! After 50 years in journalism, Barbara is leaving the anchor desk to start a new chapter in her life, retirement. We take a look back at her stellar journalism career and how she has been a driving force behind the success of many of your favorite journalists of color. And we'll find out what's planned for "chapter 2" of her life.

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