Cox 11 Celebrates Black History Month

CHESAPEAKE, Va., Feb. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of Black History Month, Cox 11 is pleased to present two recently produced programs to run on Cox 11 and on Cox On Demand during February 2010.

Hampton Roads Black List

Based on an award-winning HBO documentary (www.blacklistproject.com), "Hampton Roads Black List" is a special program compiling stories of trial and triumph of African-Americans from the Greater Hampton Roads region who have broken barriers in their lifetime. Chosen in concert with the Urban League of Hampton Roads, the 2009 Black List honorees represent a dynamic group of individuals who have made great contributions to the region:

    --  Sen. Yvonne Miller: First black woman elected to the Virginia Senate and
        House of Delegates of Virginia.
    --  Father Joseph Green: Pioneer in racial equality serving as one of the
        first persons of color on the Norfolk City Council
    --  Dr. Patricia Turner: Member of the Norfolk 17 and education leader in
        Hampton Roads
    --  Dr. LD Britt:  The first African-American in the history of the
        Commonwealth of Virginia to be appointed Professor of Surgery
    --  Barbara Ciara: News anchor and ground breaker in media and
        communications
    --  E. L. Hamm: Pioneer in technical business consulting and management,
        humanitarian and philanthropist
    --  Bruce Smith: NFL hall-of-famer, businessman and humanitarian
    --  Patricia White: Member of the Norfolk 17 and education pioneer in the
        Greater Hampton Roads
    --  Dr. Mary Christian: Education advocate and among the first
        African-Americans to serve in the Virginia House of Delegates.

    Day - Date(s)    Time          Channel
    2/1 - 3/1       On Demand     Cox Ch 1069
    Sunday 2/7      8 p.m.        Cox 11
    Friday 2/12     7 p.m.        Cox 11
    Sunday 2/21     8 p.m.        Cox 11
    Thursday 2/25   7:30 p.m.     Cox 11

Looking Back, The End of Massive Resistance in Hampton Roads

In September of 1958, Schools in Norfolk closed to prevent 17 African-American students from entering previously segregated schools. They became known as the Norfolk 17. In addition, thousands of other students were displaced from their schools when Norfolk closed them to prevent integration. They became known as the Lost Class of 1959. Cox Communications presents a special look at this tumultuous time 50 years ago as we sit down with members of the Norfolk 17 and Lost Class to hear their stories first hand. Watch "Looking Back: The End of Massive Resistance in Hampton Roads," presented by Cox 11 with special support from the City of Norfolk and Norfolk Neighborhood Television. Available On Demand (Cox Ch 1069) February 2010.

    Day - Date(s)     Time        Channel
    2/1 - 3/1       On Demand    Cox Ch 1069

For more information, contact Felicia Blow at (757) 222-8432 or felicia.blow@cox.com.

About Cox Communications:

Cox Communications is a broadband communications and entertainment company, providing advanced digital video, Internet, telephone and wireless services over its own nationwide IP network. The third-largest U.S. cable TV company, Cox serves 6.2 million residences and businesses. Cox Business is a facilities-based provider of voice, video and data solutions for commercial customers and Cox Media is a full-service provider of national and local cable spot and new media advertising. Cox is known for pioneering efforts in cable telephone and commercial services, industry-leading customer care and its outstanding workplaces. For six years, Cox has been recognized as the top operator for women by Women in Cable Telecommunication; for four years, Cox has ranked among DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity; and the company holds a perfect score in the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index. More information about Cox Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cox Enterprises, is available at www.cox.com and www.coxmedia.com.

SOURCE Cox Communications