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Tidbits – July 2020

June 30, 2020 Oyster Pointer 0

Anna Dorl has been named social media manager of Oyster Pointer, replacing Michael Innacelli, who graduated from Christopher Newport University (CNU) in May. A rising senior at CNU, Dorl is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts [Read More…]

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The Proper Barbershop: A quartet of values

June 30, 2020 Tess Goldblatt 0

The Proper Barbershop in Port Warwick opens with a harmonic trio of values that strike a nice chord: Look good. Feel good. Be great. “The way you look changes the way you feel, and then [Read More…]

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Newport News Schools update – July 2020

June 30, 2020 Oyster Pointer 0

Staff supports students through closure During the stay-at-home orders due to COVID-19, Newport News Public School employees stepped up to ensure students were connected and fed. In addition to efforts by teachers and administrators to [Read More…]

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Hello active traveler!

June 30, 2020 Donna Croushore 0

Looking for a fun and unique adventure that everyone in your family will enjoy? Or perhaps you are looking to get out and get away on a solo journey. Whatever the case, you will find [Read More…]

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A memorable school year

June 30, 2020 Dr. George Parker 0

The 2019 – 2020 school year will be memorable, not because of the closing of schools; it will be memorable because of how our school community pulled together to support our students and families. Nobel Peace Prize [Read More…]

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Joel D. Stewart, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon: Ensuring patients step away from pain

June 30, 2020 Kelli Caplan 0

Dr. Joel Stewart had not planned on being a doctor. But, after noticing his strong abilities in a chemistry class, a professor at the U.S. Naval Academy suggested he look into medicine. He did, and [Read More…]

Columns

The “suitcase life:” Bon voyage

June 30, 2020 Terilyn Goins, Ph.D. 0

I live in Virginia. My life has been in Virginia for many years. Nonetheless, approximately five years ago, I accepted a professor position in one of the most rural places in all of Georgia — Franklin Springs, [Read More…]

Columns

It all started with… free time and curiosity

June 30, 2020 Brian Cole Comments Off on It all started with… free time and curiosity

I live by myself so after completing my self-imposed honey-do lists, getting in my exercising, of course, and adapting to this new routine of no routine, it was time to broaden my mind. I have [Read More…]

Columns

Epistaxis (aka nosebleeds)

June 30, 2020 Oyster Pointer Comments Off on Epistaxis (aka nosebleeds)

What is epistaxis? It’s the doctor word for nosebleeds, because doctors have to have a special word for everything. It’s literally when, well, blood comes out of the nose. It’s a simple idea, but it [Read More…]

Columns

A great time for reading

June 30, 2020 Sharyn Fox Comments Off on A great time for reading

Reading has always been one of my favorite pastimes. The past month has been a great time to add to my growing e-book reader library (and stay up until 2 a.m. because I can’t stand [Read More…]

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Kraken Performance Gym: Personalized fitness for the everyday client

June 30, 2020 Abigail Barna Comments Off on Kraken Performance Gym: Personalized fitness for the everyday client

Benjamin and Remington Lanning, brothers and co-owners of Kraken Performance Gym, recognize the importance of personalized fitness regimens to help each individual meet fitness goals. Kraken Performance believes it is important to exercise outside of [Read More…]

Columns

Non-parents seeking custody face uphill battle

June 30, 2020 Trevor Anderson 0

There is an old saying that warns, “If you don’t raise your children right, you’ll end up raising your grandchildren.” The reality is, however, that many grandparents and other, non-traditional custodians take on the responsibility [Read More…]

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