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Tidbits – April 2025

March 18, 2025 Oyster Pointer 0

Mary Immaculate Hospital introduced the First da Vinci® 5 robot in the Hampton Roads market. This new robotic surgical system allows surgeons to replace many large-incision abdominal and pelvic surgeries with a minimally invasive approach. [Read More…]

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Howard E. Gwynn: Newport News Commonwealth’s Attorney serves his home city

March 18, 2025 Anna Dorl 0

Howard E. Gwynn, Newport News Commonwealth’s Attorney, didn’t plan to practice law in his city of origin. Born and raised in Newport News, his story began downtown, about 10 minutes away from where the Commonwealth’s [Read More…]

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The real cause of dental cavities and how to treat them before they become an issue. (Part 1)

March 18, 2025 Lisa Marie Samaha, DDS 0

F or decades, patients have been told that once a cavity forms, the only solution is to drill and fill. But what if that’s not always the case? Under the right conditions, teeth can heal [Read More…]

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Newport News Public Schools update – April 2025

March 18, 2025 Oyster Pointer 0

Virginia General Assembly commends NNPS Youth Development The Virginia General Assembly recognized Newport News Public Schools (NNPS) Youth Development’s accomplishments and contributions to the community by passing a resolution commending its efforts at the State [Read More…]

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My Blind Spot: A passion for design

March 18, 2025 SHS Design 0

My Blind Spot has been offering custom blinds, shades, shutters, draperies, hardware, valances, Roman shades, bedding, cushions, pillows and fabrics by the yard to the Hampton Roads area since 1992. “My Aunt Doris owned two [Read More…]

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“What do you base that on?”

March 18, 2025 Brian Cole 0

That was a question gently asked by a psychotherapist/friend after a casual but simplistic and opinionated statement I made which: A) she knew far more about than I, and B) was true to her professional [Read More…]

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Dominion Physical Therapy: Anchored in your wellness for nearly 35 years

March 18, 2025 WR Wood 0

Blood pressure rises. Anxiety increases. Pain escalates. A visit to the doctor can cause subtle, insidious and sometimes tangible reactions. Founded by CEO Dr. Allen R. Jones, PT, DPT, Dominion Physical Therapy & Associates’ (DPT) [Read More…]

Columns

Sniffing good reads

March 18, 2025 Sharyn Fox 0

Taking my nose out of my latest reads to share with you! In The Lost Americans, Christopher Bolling pulled me into the world of frantic Egyptian days, deserts stocked with weapons, American patriots and families [Read More…]

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The home seller’s dilemma: To fix or not to fix?

March 18, 2025 Kaera Mims 0

One of the most common questions I hear from homeowners preparing to sell is, “Should I make repairs or upgrades before listing my home?” The short answer: it depends (I know, I know… I sound [Read More…]

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Three cool mountain retreats: Summer’s most refreshing escapes

March 18, 2025 Beverly McLean 0

As global temperatures rise, savvy travelers are discovering the value of mountain destinations for “coolcations.” These elevated escapes offer more than just natural air conditioning — they deliver compelling combinations of outdoor adventure, cultural immersion and wellness [Read More…]

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Anna’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant: Grab a slice of goodness

March 18, 2025 Oyster Pointer 0

By Morgan Grant Anna’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant has been a staple for many in Newport News since being taken over in 1989 by co-owners and brothers-in-law Tony Morabito and Guiseppe Zolea. Speaking with Morabito [Read More…]

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Legacy Blue, LLC: Experienced private investigative surveillance services

March 18, 2025 Cathy Welch 0

In 1985, Michael Stupar began his 37-year career in public safety as a firefighter/EMT with the Hampton Fire Department. In 1989, he transferred to the city’s police department as a patrolman. In 1997, he left [Read More…]

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