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Month: July 2024

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The Flower Farm at Youngs Mill: From seeds to success

July 19, 2024 Kayla Brundick 0

What started from one small seed blossomed into an exquisite collection of thousands — from snapdragons and zinnias to a colorful array of eye-catching sunflowers. Family-owned and operated since fall 2021, The Flower Farm at Youngs Mill [Read More…]

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Beervana Taphouse: A pour-as-you-go taphouse and gourmet grill

July 19, 2024 Cathy Welch 0

Florida native Mike Buchtel studied engineering before joining the Navy as an electronic technician and search-and-rescue team member stationed at Naval Station Norfolk. “I did Mediterranean cruises and got out at the beginning of the [Read More…]

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Newport News Public Schools update – August 2024

July 19, 2024 Oyster Pointer 0

Woodside High School graduate Aaron Lin was chosen as a 2024 Gates Scholar Woodside High School 2024 graduate Aaron Lin was chosen as a 2024 Gates Scholar program recipient by the Bill & Melinda Gates [Read More…]

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City Center Ice Cream: Getting the scoop

July 19, 2024 Oyster Pointer 0

By L.V. Kegley Around the start of this century, there has been a standout place for getting ice cream in Newport News. A frequent flood of fluctuating flavors has been a fundamental component for distinguishing [Read More…]

Columns

Enchanting Bora Bora: The “Pearl of the Pacific”

July 19, 2024 Nancy B. Alligood, CTC 0

Bora Bora is a dream destination for anyone seeking a tropical paradise. It’s a small island located in French Polynesia with a big personality offering breathtaking views from every angle. With its stunning turquoise lagoons, [Read More…]

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Kaufman & Canoles: Firm fellowship

July 19, 2024 Oyster Pointer 0

By L.V. Kegley When one thinks of engaging with the law, there is often a sense of dread, distance and disinterest. With an organization, that may not always be the case. The intersection of law [Read More…]

Columns

The Power of One

July 19, 2024 Dr. Michele Mitchell 0

August brings hot, humid days and the start of the school year in Newport News Public Schools (NNPS). On August 26, more than 26,000 students will confidently begin the school year full of promise and [Read More…]

Columns

The weird butterfly effect in business

July 19, 2024 Eric Kean 0

By Eric Kean, Principal, The Lee Group Keep Austin weird. If you’ve never heard that before, you’ll likely see it everywhere now. The Texas town’s brand slogan made a splash a couple decades ago as [Read More…]

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Brown Edwards, CPAs: “Financial assurance: that’s what we do”

July 19, 2024 Anna Dorl 0

“I wish more people knew that not all CPAs do taxes,” says Danielle Nikolaisen, CPA and audit director at Brown Edwards, CPAs (Certified Public Accountants) in Newport News. “It’s a whole [other] world in auditing, [Read More…]

Columns

If I keep an open mind…

July 19, 2024 Brian Cole 0

Every morning at a motel on Warwick Boulevard (and I’m sure at countless fast food locations and cafés all over the world), some group of retirees gathers to sort out (and solve) current event issues. [Read More…]

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THRIVE: Peninsula thriving in new location

July 19, 2024 Oyster Pointer 0

By Brandy Centolanza Since opening at its new location on Nettles Drive in November 2023, THRIVE Peninsula has been able to expand its services and assist more people in need in the community. The most [Read More…]

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Rhonda F. Bell Science Education Administrator, Jefferson Lab

July 19, 2024 Oyster Pointer 0

I entered this field of work because  I love science. In my opinion, everyone should lead by example and pay it forward whenever possible. My idea of the perfect summer day includes  sitting by the [Read More…]

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