This week on This American Life: There's the thing you plan to do, and then there's the thing you end up doing. Most of us start off our lives with some Plan A, which we abandon... switching to a Plan B, which becomes our life. Contributors John Hodgman, Starlee Kine and Jonathan Goldstein all present stories of Plan B... this morning at 10 on RADIO IQ!

This weekend on THE PEOPLE’S PHARMACY: Seasonal allergies and their connection to asthma. How can you determine the cause of sneezing or wheezing reactions, and then what should be done to alleviate the misery? Antihistamines can be helpful in many cases, but discontinuing abruptly might trigger a withdrawal syndrome. Learn about the best options for treating allergies and asthma, including controlling environmental triggers on the next People’s Pharmacy - Saturday morning at 7 on WVTF and Saturday & Sunday afternoons at 4 on RADIO IQ! (Saturday morning call-in #: 888-472-3366.)

Roanoke officials break ground on a decade long, multi-million dollar development. Beverly Amsler will have the details on All Things Considered.

You have another chance to win concert tickets! Tune in this afternoon...Fotos de la biografíaYou have another chance to win tickets to the June 2 concert, "Dvorak in America," during @[487939251218677:274:Virginia's Blue Ridge Music Festival] in Floyd - tune in to Afternoon Classics TODAY and listen to find out how!

Kevin Myatt will join Beverly Amsler at 4:30 this afternoon to talk about the weather for the upcoming holiday weekend.

Update on today's concert ticket giveaways, from Music at WVTF Public Radio!http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-prn1/50273_329139873861509_1604422869_q.jpgMusic at WVTF Public RadioCongratulations to Peter French of New Castle, who won our tickets to June 2's "Dvorak in America," part of Virginia's Blue Ridge Music Festival! ...And if you missed it, you'll have another chance - listen in today to Afternoon Classics to find out how you can win a pair of tickets too!

Win two tickets to June 2's "Dvorak in America" concert! Listen to Morning Classics before noon...http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-prn1/50273_329139873861509_1604422869_q.jpgMusic at WVTF Public RadioWe're giving away TWO TICKETS to the June 2 "Dvorak in America" concert, part of the Virginia's Blue Ridge Music Festival in Floyd, May 30-June 9 - Classics in Virginia's Blue Ridge with Roanoke Symphony Orchestra musical director and conductor David Stewart Wiley. Listen in before noon today to find out how you can WIN two tickets!

Fotos de la biografíaOn today's Classics: the traditional melody SIMPLE GIFTS, Debussy's LA DANSE DE PUCK, Sir Arthur Sullivan's IRISH SYMPHONY and the overture to Wagner's TANNHAUSER. Cara Modisett and Kevin Sanders fill in for Steve Brown. Great music for the end of the work week!

On this morning's "Virginia Conversations" on WVTF and RADIO IQ, a discussion on the race for Governor between Republican Ken Cuccinelli and Democrat Terry McAuliffe. Our political pundits weigh in on the issues facing... and dogging, the two candidates. Plus we'll have reaction to last weekend's GOP convention in Richmond. As well as your calls on Virginia's Governor's race, on the next Virginia Conversations with host May Lily Lee, this morning at 9:00 on WVTF and RADIO IQ.

Good Morning and thank you for listening to Morning Edition with Tab O'Neal. Visit our web site and listen to us online atand RADIO IQ, NPR, BBC, and Virginia Public Radio news plus classical, jazz and cultural programming.

More information on the Hurricane Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday can be found atDepartment of Emergency Management (VDEM)www.vaemergency.govThe Virginia Department of Emergency Management protects the lives and property of Virginia's citizens from emergencies and disasters by coordinating the state's emergency preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery efforts

Cicadas on the Menu - As the 17-year cicadas emerge from the ground, millions of birds will be feasting – and a few people plan to join the party.  They're  harvesting, cooking and eating these insects which experts say are high in protein, and low in fat and cholesterol.  Clever cooks have even incorporated cicadas into tacos and pizza, sushi, chili and chocolate chip cookies.Experts say that due to the prolific use of pesticides it is not recommended to...

D-Day Memorial in Bedford Plans Memorial Day Tribute - Many Virginians will enjoy picnics and getting together with friends and family this holiday weekend.  And some will find the time to remember the true meaning behind Memorial Day. The National D-Day Memorial in Bedford will begin its Memorial Weekend festivities with a patriotic concert Saturday night.  April Cheek-Messier is Co-president of the memorial.

Danville is getting 150 new jobs. Beverly Amsler will have the story on All Things Considered.

The Institute for Policy and Opinion Research at Roanoke College is out with its latest consumer sentiment poll. Beverly Amsler will have the details on All Things Considered.

Building Bridges - If you listen to our programs on a regular basis, you know Gerry Krueger – the Albemarle County resident who has spent much of her life watching and writing about the geese on a pond near her home, including one disabled bird named Charlie. She also taught school and tutored children with special needs, like Sean, who lived with his deaf mother and struggled to speak, read and write. Today, she’s retired from teaching but has not stopped wri...

A Lesson in Nursing: Facing the End - One of the most challenging things for medical professionals is learning to accept the ultimate defeat-- the inability to keep a patient alive.As a UVA nursing student, Kim Proesser says one patient taught her how to care for dying patients with joy and respect.

Fotos de la biografíaOn today's Classics, Beethoven's WALDSTEIN SONATA and OVERTURE FROM FIDELIO, Grieg's HOLBERG SUITE, violin concertos by BENDA and CLEMENT and Elgar's IN LONDON TOWN. Cara Modisett's on for Morning Classics and Kevin Sanders for Afternoon. Thanks for listening!

Another day of Morning Edition with Tab O'Neal.

Revenue that Virginia officials were anticipating from online sales tax legislation in Congress is now in doubt. The battle continues behind the scenes on Capitol Hill over the proposal to collect online sales taxes. Plus, online retailer Amazon is expanding into Northern Virginia. Both those stories coming up at 8:04 on Morning Edition.

If you've ever wanted to own a piece of history, one historic Virginia landmark is up for sale. Details on the search for new owners for Natural Bridge in Rockbridge County. That's coming up at 7AM on Morning Edition, with Tab O'Neal.

Online Tax Tangles - Revenue that Virginia officials were anticipating from online sales tax legislation in Congress is now in doubt. Recently the U-S Senate overwhelmingly approved a measure to make it easier for states to collect sales taxes from online purchases. Since then lobbyists for big online retailers and small business owners alike have stormed House office buildings trying to sway your local representatives.The reason for the intense lobbying effort is ...

Election Rules Reminder - As the statewide and local campaigns heat up and we move closer to a Democratic Primary, the State Board of Elections wants to remind citizens of a number of rules to remember regarding voter and candidate ethics. The Board has posted a long list of best practices AND don'ts on its website about voter registration drives.  

Consumer Sentiment Mixed Among Virginians - Roanoke College is out with a new poll detailing how Virginians view their financial situation and general business conditions now and in the future. It’s the second time this year the Institute for Policy and Opinion Research at Roanoke College conducted its consumer sentiment survey, and Senior Analyst Alice Kassens says there were some surprises.

Virginia Tech Storm Chasers are on the road chasing twisters and helping to demystify these deadly weather phenomena.The Mystery of Tornados and the Search for Answerswvtf.orgLarge killer tornados, like that which hit Moore Oklahoma on Monday, bring the awe inspiring weather phenomena to the fore of conversation. The United

State Employees See Insurance Changes - Tens of thousands of state employees will likely see an increase in the cost of their health insurance plans. They also face a deadline this week,  as the Commonwealth begins to implement significant changes in its health insurance plans. Open enrollment for revising health benefits, investing in flexible spending accounts, adding family members, and other options ends this Friday.

Coalfields Expressway - People who oppose the proposed “coal fields expressway” are staging a protest in Abingdon Virginia, where coal company, Alpha Natural Resources is holding its annual meeting Wednesday, May 22.The protestors say they’ll call attention to the company’s role in what’s known as the Coalfields Expressway.  A proposed 50 mile road, supporters say will improve transportation in far southwest Virginia and help the local economy.

VaNews for 05.21.13 - A University of Virginia history class that attracted 47,000 students and a look at the career of entrepreneur and politicans’ friend Jonnie Williams were the topics two of the most-read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project’s VaNews link on vpap.org.VaNews is a free public service of the Virginia Public Access Project and can be found at vpap.org

Fotos de la biografíaBrahms’ HAYDN VARIATIONS, Rossini’s TURK IN ITALY OVERTURE, the POLOVTSIAN DANCES, the Shostakovich FIFTH SYMPHONY (Dmitri's pictured here), and the Sibelius VIOLIN CONCERTO are all on the playlist for Tuesday’s great music on WVTF. Not too shabby, eh?

Anne-Marie Morgan talks with Virginia Finance Secretary, Ric Brown.State Revenues Still a Concern for Lawmakerswww.wvtf.orgState revenues improved a little last month following a dismal drop of 6.1 percent in March. The news reassured members of the House Appropriations

Some encouraging news on the Cancer front. Sandy Hausman has that story.Discovery is Good News for Some Cancer Patientswvtf.orgScientists at the University of Virginia have made a surprising discovery that could mean more effective treatments for a range of deadly cancers. Sandy

Discovery is Good News for Some Cancer Patients - Scientists at the University of Virginia have made a surprising discovery that could mean more effective treatments for a range of deadly cancers.  Sandy Hausman reports on how this finding could shape future therapies, and how long it might take to bring those to market.John Herr is professor at UVA’s medical school - an expert on cell biology, and he’s devoted many years to studying the unique properties of the hu...

How we can all help the victims of the Oklahoma tornadoes.Donate Funds | Donations | Giving to American Red Crosswww.redcross.orgDonate online to the American Red Cross fund of your choice including disaster relief, your local Red Cross or wherever the need is greatest. Your gift aids relief efforts and victims of disaster.

Sequestration Cuts Affecting Some Meals on Wheels Programs - Sequestration cuts are starting to affect some Meals on Wheels programs throughout the Commonwealth. 

Fotos de la biografíaSteve and Cara have some great music for your Monday, when you can hear Elgar’s FIRST POMP AND CIRCUMSTANCE MARCH (congratulations, grads!), Handel’s MUSIC FOR THE ROYAL FIREWORKS, a PIANO TRIO by Clara Schumann, Strauss’ DON JUAN, and the PIANO CONCERTO of Franz Berwald. Some you know, some rarely heard, and all worth a listen!

Internet Sales Tax May Not Be a Disadvantage - Congress may soon vote on whether to require Internet sellers to collect sales tax on behalf of states.  Proponents argue it’s only fair - that charging sales tax on all transactions will level the playing field for brick and mortar stores, but some experts say the added tax will make little difference - that Internet sellers will still enjoy a huge advantage.  Sandy Hausman talked with one of them and filed this ...

A Washington & Lee Professor of Business Administration sheds light on the proposed internet sales tax. Sandy Hausman has the story.Internet Sales Tax May Not Be a Disadvantagewvtf.orgCongress may soon vote on whether to require Internet sellers to collect sales tax on behalf of states. Proponents argue it’s only fair - that charging

Stephen Colbert Delivers Comedic Valedictory Speech - Valedictory exercises give universities a chance to hand out awards and thank people before the main graduation  – and they’re not always well attended, but this year’s speaker drew a huge crowd to the University of Virginia -- and as Sandy Hausman reports -- Stephen Colbert did not disappoint.At a reception beforehand, Colbert was gracious, posing for photos with more than a hundred students and parents who wer...

Sandy Hausman covered Stephen Colbert's Valedictorian Address at the University of Virginia.Stephen Colbert Delivers Comedic Valedictory Speechwvtf.orgValedictory exercises give universities a chance to hand out awards and thank people before the main graduation – and they’re not always well attended, but

New Civil War Epic - A new Civil War epic, Copperhead,  has a screening in Lynchburg June 4, 2013 at 7.p.m. The film is the latest from Ron Maxwell, director of the films Gettysburg and Gods and Generals.

Today on INTERFAITH VOICES: A critique of the Evangelical Adoption Movement with Kathryn Joyce, author of The Child Catchers: Rescue, Trafficking, and the New Gospel of Adoption… plus a response from Jedd Medefind, Director of the Christian Alliance for Orphans. It’s on RADIO IQ at 12 NOON!

On FRESH AIR WEEKEND, Terry Gross talks with Noah Baumbach and Greta Gerwig - co-writers of the new film "Frances Ha". (Gerwig stars in it, Baumbach directed it.) Also, actress and filmmaker Sarah Polley tells us about her new documentary "Stories We Tell" - plus rock critic Ken Tucker reviews the new, third album by the band Dawes called "Stories Don't End." Today at 12 NOON on RADIO IQ (and Sunday evening at 6 on WVTF).

Michael Feldman’s WHAD’YA KNOW? returns with full two-hour shows each week throughout the Summer and Fall beginning at 11 o’clock on WVTF! On today’s encore show, Marcia Ball plays a few tunes from her CD “Roadside Attractions” and John T. Edge talks Food Trucks. (Plus All the News that Isn’t, Thanks for the Memos, music from the trio, and two rounds of the WYK? Quiz!) Mel Royer has SATURDAY AFTERNOON CLASSICS for us from 1:00 ‘til 5:00. Then NPR will update today’s news on ALL THINGS CONSIDERED at 5 o’clock! It's a PUBLIC RADIO Saturday!

After years of being stuck, the national conversation on climate change finally started to shift just a little last year, the hottest year on record in the U.S., with Hurricane Sandy flooding the New York subway, drought devastating Midwest farms, and California and Colorado on fire. Lots of people were wondering if global warming had finally arrived, here at home. This week, stories about this new reality. It’s “Hot in My Backyard” this week on THIS AMERICAN LIFE! Listen this morning at 10 on RADIO IQ.

Best-selling author Dan Brown of "The Da Vinci Code" has a new novel. It's called "Inferno" and once again features the tweedy Harvard art professor Robert Langden on a quest to save the world from catastrophe. Brown talks about his new work with Scott Simon on NPR's WEEKEND EDITION SATURDAY this morning at 9:40 on WVTF!

This weekend on THE PEOPLE’S PHARMACY: Fewer and fewer physicians feel they have enough time with their patients, and few patients feel they’re getting real personal attention and care from their doctors. Years ago, Dr. Pamela Wible asked her community what they wanted from her as their family physician. She implemented their suggestions in her Eugene, Oregon, clinic and advocates for other clinicians who want to invite their communities to help design their practices. She says seeing health care as a partnership between patients and doctors can lead to greater satisfaction for both parties! Join us for the next People’s Pharmacy - Saturday morning at 7 on WVTF and Saturday & Sunday afternoons at 4 on RADIO IQ! (Saturday morning call-in #: 888-472-3366.)

Republican Convention in Richmond - More than 13,000 GOP convention delegates have converged on Richmond from all over the state to confirm Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli as the party's gubernatorial nominee—and to nominate their candidates for Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General on Saturday.  

Tab O'Neal hard at work on Morning Edition. Thank you for listening!

Our art open houses return! Join us this evening, 5-7:00 at WVTF/Radio IQ for food from Center Stage Catering and live jazz by WVTF's own Charlie Perkinson, along with pianist Tom Floyd and drummer Bob Peckman. Music starts around 5:20/5:30. The League of Roanoke Artists presents Artists and Friends of The Studio School: Images of Italy. See you there!

On this morning's "Virginia Conversations" here on WVTF and RADIO IQ, an hour with Virginia Senator, and former Governor, Mark Warner. He organized the so called "Gang of Six" to end the partisan gridlock in the Senate. We'll ask him how those efforts are going today... and get his take on other domestic and foreign issues as well. Plus your questions for Senator Mark Warner, on the next Virginia Conversations with host May Lily Lee... this morning at 9:00 on WVTF and RADIO IQ.