Christopher Newport University’s LifeLong Learning Society (LLS) has scheduled its annual open house on Thursday, August 22 at 11a.m. at Yoder Barn, 660 Hamilton Drive, Newport News. This free event will offer entertainment, light refreshments [Read More…]
Pioneering as one of the most successful and internationally celebrated artists during the 20th century, Anna Hyatt Huntington left an indelible mark on American art and culture through her remarkable ability to capture the intimate, [Read More…]
They say that necessity is the mother of invention, and that is how many nonprofits get their start. They are entrepreneurial by nature, but oftentimes they do not see themselves that way. Nonprofits tend to [Read More…]
NNPS students experience movie making with industry professionals Groups of students from each Newport News high school learned about all aspects of film from professionals in the field as the school district partnered with Next [Read More…]
Through hard work and commitment, much can be achieved, even that which seems unlikely or, perhaps, impossible. In 1973, William “Bill” Hamner discovered just how much could be accomplished by looking for opportunities and working [Read More…]
Travel advisors specializing in crafting getaways for busy professionals understand the constant pressure and need for a refreshing escape. This fall, ditch the burnout and embrace the magic of Europe with a city break in [Read More…]
Oyster Pointer once again captured judges’ attention in a national newspaper awards competition, bringing home four awards and lots of compliments from publishers of newspapers in neighboring states. Now in its 37th year of covering [Read More…]
The Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk illustrates the strength of survivorship. This year, the American Cancer Society will hold its annual walk on October 13 at Newport News Park. The event brings together community [Read More…]
Thomas E. “Tom” Keegan, vice president of the engineering group at Canon Virginia, Inc., says he likes to build things, fix things and solve problems. His work within manufacturing engineering at Canon included building new [Read More…]
By Geneva Perry, Esq., Promise Law We all have the power to make decisions about our lives, a concept known in legal circles as personal agency. But what does it mean to truly engage your [Read More…]
Modern technology leads to rapid workforce developments and opens a door to a wider array of workplace tools. Now more than ever, educating workers on workplace skills and technology is important, no matter their age. [Read More…]
Pre-Quiz background: Hippocrates was a respected Greek physician who is considered the Father of Medicine. His primary contribution was to separate medical care from the general views of the time which were that the gods [Read More…]
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