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Tidbits – October 2024

September 19, 2024 Oyster Pointer 0

Mariners’ Museum has scheduled its October programs with the disclaimer that events are subject to change. October 9, Drink Beer, Do Good, a collaboration with Coastal Fermentory’s Drink Beer & Do Good series; October 11, [Read More…]

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TASTE: Cultivate community through the good life

September 19, 2024 WR Wood 0

TASTE is… Fresh. Healthy. House Made. Locally sourced. Delicious. And in keeping with the casual, family-owned, friendly atmosphere, Taste Unlimited is now officially, and simply, known as TASTE. With nine locations, seven on the Southside, [Read More…]

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Luxury hotel barge cruising: Are you into slow boats?

September 19, 2024 Donna Croushore 0

Despite the growing popularity of cruising, particularly on river boats, there is still a little-known niche concept within the cruise industry. Luxury hotel barging is a boutique unique experience which offers an immersive voyage of [Read More…]

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Newport News Public Schools update – October 2024

September 19, 2024 Oyster Pointer 0

Employees show off their NNPS pride at Convocation Part reunion after summer break and part pep rally electrified the Hampton Roads Convention Center as Newport News Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Michele Mitchell welcomed employees for [Read More…]

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Scratch Bakery: Your sweet tooth is calling

September 19, 2024 Eleanor Hardy 0

“It just makes me feel special to know that one way or another our cakes are making people feel good regardless of the occasion,” says Lashonda Sanford, owner of Scratch Bakery. Sanford grew up in [Read More…]

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Dance Works: Moving to their own beat

September 19, 2024 Noelle Riddle 0

“Dance Works opened in 2013 in York County, and we moved to Newport News in 2018. We offer classes in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary and musical theater,” says Emma Mead, owner, operator and [Read More…]

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Visiting Angels: Where caregiving meets compassion

September 19, 2024 Terilyn Goins, Ph.D. 0

Caregiving can be a challenging undertaking that requires a great deal of understanding, empathy and compassion. And, while it may feel daunting and overwhelming at times, being a caregiver yields rewards that can’t always be [Read More…]

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Coldwell Banker Traditions: Home is where the home is

September 19, 2024 Oyster Pointer 0

By L.V. Kegley Most people engage with real estate during highly stressful and exciting times. Due to this, it is important to have a guide navigating the intricacies of the field. For more than 100 [Read More…]

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MEESA will boost maritime career-readiness

September 19, 2024 Dr. Michele Mitchell 0

In coastal Virginia, there are 53,000 jobs in the transportation and shipbuilding sectors, yet a 2019 Hampton Roads Workforce Development study identified “severe shortages” of qualified local graduates in our workforce. To address this need, [Read More…]

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Friends

September 19, 2024 Brian Cole 0

Living by myself as I have for about 15 years, since my youngest daughter started college, has been a new chapter, like coming home after a lot of activities. It’s been very nice. Adapting to [Read More…]

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Virginia Oncology Associates: Compassionate and state-of-the-art care

September 19, 2024 Caroline Kelsick 0

For more than 40 years, Virginia Oncology Associates has practiced cancer and hematology care in the greater Hampton Roads region. The practice offers comprehensive programs including hematology, oncology, radiation oncology, GYN oncology, diagnostics, clinical research, [Read More…]

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Addy Manriquez Coaching and Consulting: Empathy first

September 19, 2024 Caroline Kelsick 0

Addy Manriquez was always different. From a young age, she led with empathy and carried an acute sensitivity to others’ feelings. Her ability to communicate was innate, so much so that her father says she [Read More…]

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