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Tidbits – November 2023

October 10, 2023 Oyster Pointer 0

Mariners’ Museum has scheduled its November programs with the disclaimer that events are subject to change. Nov. 3, USS Monitor Legacy Program featuring USS Monitor’s Refit at Washington Navy Yard, with John V. Quarstein, director [Read More…]

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Recovery Operations Center, City of Newport News: A convenience center for our residents

October 10, 2023 Anna Dorl 0

Down Atkinson Boulevard in Newport News, residents drive all the way to the end of the winding road to reach the front gates of an environmental essentiality. Right in their own backyard — hidden behind trees, hills, [Read More…]

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Michelle Richardson: “I paint from my heart”

October 10, 2023 Anna Dorl 0

The deeper meanings within Michelle Richardson’s artwork prove to be as thought-provoking and mesmerizing as the external presentation of her art itself. Expressing her excellence often through brush strokes and bold colors, the local artist [Read More…]

Columns

Escape the ordinary: Five family spring break destinations

October 10, 2023 Beverly McLean 0

Although winter is just settling in, now is the time to start planning your spring break vacation — always a welcome respite from packing school lunches and homework battles. For parents, spring break represents a golden opportunity [Read More…]

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Catherine Jumper: Leading the Virginia ANG with pride

October 10, 2023 Kayla Brundick 0

Brigadier General Catherine Jumper, commander of the Virginia Air National Guard (Virginia ANG), is truly an inspirational leader in the community with a strong commitment to serving her country. Having served in the United States [Read More…]

Columns

Hey Siri! Show me the power of AI

October 10, 2023 Peter Johns 0

As you are likely very aware, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a real attention-getter in the business world, as well as public media. I mean, how do you even know if this is me or [Read More…]

Columns

Stretching is a misnomer

October 10, 2023 Brian Cole 0

Yes, as some of my regular readers may recall, I’ve previously written about this. But please remember, Oyster Pointer consistently adds new readers — and repetition is a valid way to inform/learn. This is important stuff which [Read More…]

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Tidewater Family Dentistry: How loss built a practice based on compassion

October 10, 2023 Oyster Pointer 0

By Bridget Blakely Taylor Tidewater Family Dentistry is a comprehensive preventative, cosmetic and restorative dental practice offering compassionate care to patients of all ages on the Virginia Peninsula. Owner and dentist Dr. John Randall Owen [Read More…]

Columns

Ducks in my home?! No…ducts!

October 10, 2023 John Kennedy 0

Air ducts are typically the last thing a homeowner thinks about when it comes to caring for his or her HVAC system. Air ducts are an essential part of your home’s ventilation; without them, your [Read More…]

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Check fraud alert: Protect yourself in Hampton Roads

October 10, 2023 Oyster Pointer 0

By Susan R. Ralston, Old Point National Bank I vividly recall my mother hand-delivering important mail to the U.S. postal blue box, ensuring it reached its destination securely. However, in today’s Hampton Roads, dropping mail containing [Read More…]

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Tyler Neese – Financial Security Advisory, Inc.

October 10, 2023 Oyster Pointer 0

The best advice I can offer when it comes to wealth advisement is:  It’s better to prepare than repair! Too often, folks wait until they are ready to retire to seek the advice of a [Read More…]

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Riverside College of Health Careers: Where dreams become reality

October 10, 2023 Kayla Brundick 0

Riverside College of Health Careers (RCHC) offers a substantial opportunity for student involvement, where students can improve the quality of life for all by helping others through its mission, “Caring for others as you would [Read More…]

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