Tiffany Boyle, Newport News commissioner of the revenue, has been recognized by the Town of Dumfries, Va., for her leadership in advancing anti-human trafficking awareness and survivor support across Virginia. Boyle received a proclamation from [Read More…]
Since opening its original Hilton Village location in 2002, Rooms, Blooms & More has evolved substantially. Founded by Karan Mulkey, the consignment store quickly built a strong customer base, and by 2006 had moved to [Read More…]
Sometimes life experiences create in individuals a fire that pushes them ahead — a fire to overcome, to excel, to lend a hand to those in need. Real estate agent Megan McElrath is one of those individuals. [Read More…]
Newport News Public Schools unveils new one-stop scholarship portal for students, families Newport News Public Schools (NNPS) is making it easier for students and families to find money for college and beyond. The new NNPS [Read More…]
“Here’s what I would love for people to know — treat therapy as part of your self-care journey,” says Arlette Simmons, a licensed professional counselor supervisor. “It’s not an issue for some people to be in therapy [Read More…]
In the beginning there was…land. Masses of land. Owned by no one and unoccupied for thousands of years. As glaciers receded, the population advanced northward. In the U.S., the Midwest began its slow creep to [Read More…]
Life rarely slows down on its own. With work, family and community commitments, many of us push off estate planning because it feels big, like something we’ll “get to later.” But small, thoughtful steps can [Read More…]
There are about 100 horses on a few hundred acres at our barn, bordered by a few thousand acres of city/public owned land. The horses are owned by individuals; stalls and/or pasture space are leased [Read More…]
The Newport News Bar Association (NNBA) was honored in September during a ceremony at Newport News Circuit Courthouse. Two prestigious awards from the Virginia State Bar Conference of Local and Specialty Bar Associations were conferred: [Read More…]
Even though unemployment has ticked up in Newport News, many employers are still struggling to find the people they need. On paper, there should be plenty of candidates. But anyone who’s tried to hire lately [Read More…]
Best known for its small-batch, premium ice cream made entirely from scratch, Papi’s Creamery has built a loyal following around its inventive weekly flavor drops. Owned and operated by ice cream aficionado Diego Diaz, the [Read More…]
“Virginia’s Finest Chocolates by Mary helps individuals promote what they do, whether it’s a service, a product or a special occasion,” says Mary Griffith, chief chocolatier and chocolate sommelier. Serving up sweet treats to the [Read More…]
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