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Articles by Anna Dorl

About Anna Dorl
Anna Dorl grew up all over the United States as a military brat, and she now calls Yorktown, Virginia home. She is a senior at Christopher Newport University (CNU), pursuing a degree in communication studies with minors in writing and film studies. Anna is Editor-in-Chief of The Captain's Log at CNU, as well as a sister of Delta Gamma. When she is not writing, Anna loves reading, watching spooky movies and taking care of her betta fish, Mochi.
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Leumas Security Services: “One day, I’m going to protect people for a living”

June 21, 2022 Anna Dorl 0

Leumas Security Services has been safeguarding the Peninsula and the Division of Motor Vehicles area since 1996. Certified and licensed by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, the company’s trusted security professionals offer protection [Read More…]

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Johnstone Supply Newport News: “You want it, I’ll get it”

June 21, 2022 Anna Dorl 0

Johnstone Supply Newport News, a top wholesale distributor of HVAC/R in the Peninsula area, goes the extra mile to meet its customers’ unique needs. “I’m a wholesaler of ‘you want it, I’ll get it,’” says [Read More…]

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Integrity Staffing Services, Inc.: What’s in a name?

May 23, 2022 Anna Dorl 0

“We’re not named Integrity for no reason,” says Mike Cosby, director of commercial services at the Peninsula office of Integrity Staffing Services, Inc. “We need to be keeping our reputation strong, and honesty and integrity [Read More…]

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Juicing LIFE Bar and Café: Whole, healthy and holistic food and drink

October 25, 2021 Anna Dorl 0

“We promote love. We’re all about people,” says Mike Davis, owner of Juicing LIFE Bar and Café. “Even with our name — ‘Juicing LIFE’ — we try to make [health] an essential thing.” Located in the heart of City [Read More…]

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Skrimp Shack: From humble beginnings to international expansion

October 25, 2021 Anna Dorl 0

“We’re trying to build a culture that’s beyond anything that we’ve seen out here. None of us is money-driven, we’re spirit-led,” says Chaz Crenshaw, president of Skrimp Shack, also known as “The Skrimp King.” Skrimp [Read More…]

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On Command Dog Training: Training for dogs…and their owners!

June 28, 2021 Anna Dorl 0

“It all started when I was a child,” says Rebecca “Becky” Hendrickson of her canine-centric career. She is owner and master trainer of On Command Dog Training, located on George Washington Highway in Yorktown. Hendrickson [Read More…]

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Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads: From childhood kindness to intentional care

April 26, 2021 Anna Dorl 0

“No one likes doctors’ appointments,” says Stephen Shield, M.D., one of the partners at Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads. “We’re trying to turn that around.” Shield knows a thing or two about doctor’s appointments, having [Read More…]

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Pierce’s Pitt Bar-B-Que: “Remember where you came from”

February 12, 2021 Anna Dorl 0

Jay Pierce’s father, Julius C. “Doc” Pierce, imparted this wisdom to his son: “Don’t tell anyone you have the best of anything; you let someone else tell you.” For 50 years, that philosophy has carried [Read More…]

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Jenn Abrams at Phoenix Counseling: Expressing oneself through art

December 21, 2020 Anna Dorl 0

“I consider it to be sacred work to be able to sit with individuals, kids and adults and have them talk about their deepest fears, secrets and traumatic experiences,” says Jenn Abrams, Licensed Professional Counselor [Read More…]

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BEI Window Coverings and Interiors: Maintaining a “family first” philosophy

October 16, 2020 Anna Dorl 0

“It’s a mutual relationship,” Robert Bloch said. “I trust you, you trust me, I’m watching out for you and your family and business, and we make sure our customers are happy. I don’t want to [Read More…]

Kelvin International
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Kelvin International Corporation: Engineering excellence on all continents

October 16, 2020 Anna Dorl 0

“Excellence in Cryogenics.” This is the mission statement of Kelvin International (KI), visibly embodied in its continued success around the globe. More than just a Hampton Roads business relying on local traffic to remain successful, [Read More…]

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Riddle & Hanna, PLC: “They’re with us for life”

September 25, 2020 Anna Dorl 0

“Once [clients are] with us, they’re with us for life, with all the legal problems they may have,” says Jeffrey Riddle, one of three attorneys at law from Riddle & Hanna, PLC. “We hope they [Read More…]

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