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Hampton Roads Black Media Professionals Inc. is a local chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists.
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In recognition of National Newspaper Week, NSU NABJ hosted 'Beyond the Byline,' a panel discussion focusing on the impact, challenges, and future of journalism.

NSU student & WAVY TV 10 intern Christian Baker moderated the panel with Larry Rubama, an award-winning columnist with the Virginian-Pilot & the HRBMP Scholarship Chair, alongside Brenda Andrews, Publisher of the New Journal and Guide

The New Journal and Guide has been covering local Black stories for more than 120 years!

We are so incredibly proud of you all! taken in Norfolk State University by @hrbmp_org

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Happy National Newspaper week! On behalf of NSU NABJ we will be hosting a discussion like no other including local newspaper writers Brenda Andrews and Larry Rubama! This is an event you don’t want to miss ! Hosted by NSU NABJ’s own Christian Baker! 📰

When : 📍TODAY October 7th, 2026 , 1-2pm
Where : 📍 Madison Room 156

COME OUT AND JOIN US! 🔰 taken in Norfolk State University by @hrbmp_org

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National to local.

Romelo Styles is the Vice President of the Hampton Roads Chapter of Black Media Professionals!

Romelo has earned a reputation for serving the community through thoughtful storytelling, professionalism, and leadership.

We're appreciate his leadership, energy, vision, and dedication to HRBMP.

Join HRBMP today. The link is in our bio. by @hrbmp_org

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Happy Birthday to the Vice President of the Hampton Roads Chapter of Black Media Professionals, Aesia Toliver!

If you've followed Aesia's career, you already know she's committed to telling stories that matter, uplifting our community, and mentoring the next generation of journalists.

She helps shape the future of an organization dedicated to empowering media professionals across Hampton Roads.

Leadership isn't just about the position you hold—it's about the people you inspire along the way.

Enjoy your day, Aesia! Wishing you an incredible year filled with vision, collaboration, and meaningful impact.
We're excited to see what lies ahead. by @hrbmp_org

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Black, creative, and made for media—every lifetime📲🎤🎥

Thank you @hamptonu_nabj @hrbmp_org ✨

#nabjnsu #hbcu #hrbmp #proudtobeblack by @hrbmp_org

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Just an appreciation post for our leadership team:

-Kiahnna Patterson, President
-Aesia Toliver, Vice President
-Romelo Styles, Vice President
-Brittany Miller, Recording Secretary
-Lisa Godley, Superintendent of the Byron Burney Community Journalism Academy
-Alveta Ewell, Vice Superintendent of the Byron Burney Community Journalism Academy
-Rebekah ‘Beck G’ Gaines, Communications Standing Chair & Special Events Co-Chair

The work that goes into leading a nonprofit organization does not go unnoticed! by @hrbmp_org

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Thank you to Hampton University and @hamptonu_nabj for hosting us inside of the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications Auditorium @shsjchampton !

We had more than 60 attendees between Zoom and in-person for a wonderful time of networking and reconnecting after summer break.

We celebrated our 2026 HRBMP scholarship recipients Shania Simpson, Jamisen Harris, and Noelle Myrick, and Le'Ren Jones.

We also recognized our NABJ Salute to Excellence Winners, Brandi Kellam & Kaylah Ussin, as well as Hampton University Alum Morgan Norris for being named NABJ’s 2026 Student Journalist of the Year. Congratulations to all!

Thank you @photographybychad! by @hrbmp_org

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It’s Media Member Monday!

This week, we’re spotlighting our President, Kiahnna Patterson, an Emmy Award-winning journalist and WAVY-TV 10 anchor.

Beyond the anchor desk, Kiahnna hosts Mark Your Calendar, co-hosts Group Chat. She uses her platform to raise awareness for domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other issues impacting our community.

Her work reflects what HRBMP is all about, using media, connection, and community to inform, advocate, and make an impact.

We’re proud to have our President leading the way.

Get to know us. Learn to use us.
Become a member today… the link is in the bio!🔗 by @hrbmp_org

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Thanks to everyone who came to our HRBMP meeting today at Hampton University! More than 50 people attended in person, including students from the Hampton and Norfolk State university NABJ chapters.
Congrats to all of our student scholarship recipients who we honored this morning. We appreciate all donors who continue to make it possible to support aspiring journalists. This year, our chapter awarded more than $4,500.
Financial adviser Ashley Barrett gave a timely presentation on managing money: “If you don’t save money, money won’t save you.”
We are excited about this energy and our upcoming events! If you would like to join HRBMP and/or get more information, please DM us! taken in Hampton University- Official by @hrbmp_org

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Happy Retirement Regina Mobley!

A Hampton Roads journalist for 45 years! Regina was the second President of Hampton Roads Black Media Professionals Inc. @nabjofficial (formerly known as the Tidewater Media Professionals)!

A native of Norfolk, Virginia, Mobley graduated from Granby High School in 1979 and earned a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from Norfolk State University. Her decades of dedication to journalism and the Hampton Roads community have earned her numerous honors, including induction into the Emmy Silver Circle by the Capital Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in 2025, recognizing her enduring contributions to the television industry.

Throughout her career, Mobley has been dedicated to informing the public, telling meaningful stories and connecting with the communities she serves. She has worked at ALL three Hampton Roads television news stations @wtkr3, @13newsnow, and @wavynews10, along with several local radio stations, and has covered stories ranging from crime and the courts to military operations, international conflicts and national events.

Governor Abigail Spanberger writes, “Thank you for your many years of dedication as a broadcast journalist, investigative reporter, and community leader.”

Mayor @shannongloverva writes, “Ms. Mobley’s professionalism, integrity, compassion, and commitment to telling the stories of residents have earned her the trust of generations of viewers, and her groundbreaking career has also helped inspire generations of journalists, particularly women and people of color, while demonstrating the importance of representation and diverse voices in local journalism.”

And we could not agree more!

On Thursday September 17, Mayor Glover invites us all to enjoy “Regina Mobley’s Retirement Celebration Day!” by @hrbmp_org

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On behalf of Hampton Roads Black Media Professionals Inc. (HRBMP) we extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues in the tragic helicopter crash in Los Angeles on Tuesday evening.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the NBC4 and Telemundo 52 Los Angeles news teams, the families of all three victims, and everyone affected by this heartbreaking incident. by @hrbmp_org

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Today is ‘Regina Mobley’s Retirement Celebration Day!’

Portsmouth Mayor Shannon Glover issued a beautiful proclamation for the beloved community leader and veteran journalist!

Regina Mobley retired on Tuesday after a “distinguished broadcasting career spanning more than four decades, during which she became one of the most recognizable and trusted journalists in Hampton Roads.”

Take a moment to read his words!

“Mrs. Mobley’s professionalism, integrity, compassion, and commitment to telling the stories of residents have earned her the trust of generations of viewers, and her groundbreaking career has also helped inspire generations of journalists, particularly women and people of color, while demonstrating the importance of representation and diverse voices in local journalism.” by @hrbmp_org

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