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Tidbits – May 2026

April 20, 2026 Oyster Pointer 0

Jennifer Daknis has been honored as a Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State for 2026. She has also received the Ascent Level recognition, ranking her among the top 20 percent advisors (out of 32,000) at [Read More…]

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The DeGood Foundation: Transforming lives through early literacy

April 20, 2026 Oyster Pointer 0

By Ruth Rasmussen Because Kyle DeGood pursues big dreams, thousands of children in this part of Virginia are experiencing the joy and wonder of books at a very early age. In 2017, at age 19 [Read More…]

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Thimble Shoals Family Medicine Advanced Care Providers: Redefining the patient experience

April 20, 2026 Kayla Brundick 0

At Thimble Shoals Family Medicine, patient care goes far beyond routine checkups and prescriptions. At the center of that experience are Dr. Clair McCracken and advanced care providers Paola Hernandez, a family nurse practitioner, and [Read More…]

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Newport News Public Schools update – May 2026

April 20, 2026 Oyster Pointer 0

2026 NNPS Senior Rally gives students a chance to celebrate finishing strong Seniors making the stretch run to graduation in June took time to focus, hear words of wisdom and have a lot of fun [Read More…]

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NNPS’ new strategic plan Elevate 2030 provides blueprint for the future

April 20, 2026 Dr. Michele Mitchell 0

As we near the end of the school year, it’s important to remember that our work continues year-round, and we’ll be planning non-stop for our students to arrive for next school year. Not to shorten [Read More…]

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Storytelling through letters

April 20, 2026 Susan Evans 0

Whenever I begin an epistolary novel — told through letters or diaries — I initially feel a bit of resistance. Yet, a few pages in, I’m nearly always hooked. And so, I adored The Correspondent, the immensely popular debut [Read More…]

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Investing and wealth building: A practical guide for everyone – part one

April 20, 2026 Eric Kauders 0

When it comes to building wealth, investing is one of the most effective tools available. Yet many people hesitate, thinking it’s only for the wealthy or for financial experts. The truth? Anyone can start investing, [Read More…]

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Help! I’ve been suddenly impacted!

April 20, 2026 Oyster Pointer 0

By Rosie Daley I should probably begin by saying I am what is commonly known as a “Boomer.” I used to be a “Bloomer” but somewhere along the line, time knocked the “L” out of [Read More…]

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Medical Aesthetics at Oyster Point: Restoring confidence, one treatment at a time

April 20, 2026 Kayla Brundick 0

Blending clinical expertise with luxury self-care, Medical Aesthetics at Oyster Point offers a thoughtfully curated experience where modern wellness meets timeless sophistication. Every treatment is performed by licensed medical professionals, including nurse practitioners and registered [Read More…]

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Peninsula Data Services Center: Professional mailer design Services

April 20, 2026 WR Wood 0

Mail communications evolved somewhat like this: smoke signals, private citizens carrying mail for their families as they migrated, the Pony Express, telegraph, telegrams and the postal service. In April 1860, the Pony Express, covering the [Read More…]

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Desiree McDaniel: Manager, Newport News Tourism

April 20, 2026 Oyster Pointer 0

My favorite “May flower” is the  peony. If I could have one “do-over” in my life, I would  have been more financially literate earlier in life. My favorite outdoor activity is  a nature hike in [Read More…]

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Tips for anxiety-free air travel

April 20, 2026 Donna Croushore 0

With summer vacations approaching, this is a good time to remind you about some facts and hacks! First, don’t believe everything you hear on the news. True, this year we have had airport problems with [Read More…]

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