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Tidbits – March 2023

February 21, 2023 Oyster Pointer 0

Mariners’ Museum has scheduled its March programs with the disclaimer that events are subject to change. March 3, Beyond the Frame, a behind-the-scenes look at the Museum’s world-class art collection with Kyra Duffley, digital content [Read More…]

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Newport News Public Schools update – March 2023

February 21, 2023 Oyster Pointer 0

B.T. Washington student wins Congressman Scott’s Congressional District App Challenge Jamie Ashby, an eighth-grade student at Booker T. Washington Middle School, earned first place in Congressman Bobby Scott’s Third Congressional District App Challenge.  Jamie designed [Read More…]

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Lauren Grochmal – Personal Trainer, Brian Cole & Associates

February 21, 2023 Oyster Pointer 0

The first step to a healthy lifestyle is  to take action! Pick an exercise (think strength training and cardiorespiratory training) and integrate it into your life. Defend that time in your calendar. The best-kept secret [Read More…]

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Tidbits – February 2023

January 27, 2023 Oyster Pointer 0

PBMares, LLP, accounting and consulting firm, has expanded its footprint in North Carolina with the acquisition of the Wilmington, N.C., office of RSM US LLP (RSM). PBMares CPAs and Consultants is headquartered in Newport News, [Read More…]

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Newport News Public Schools update – February 2023

January 27, 2023 Oyster Pointer 0

Newport News Public Schools launches new Capital Improvement and Facilities Master Plan Dashboard Newport News Public Schools (NNPS) has launched a Capital Improvement and Facilities Master Plan Dashboard to increase public visibility and accountability for [Read More…]

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Andrea Lehmkuhler: Point 2 Running

January 27, 2023 Oyster Pointer 0

I run because  I love the open road for both problem solving and dreaming.  A misconception I think many people have about running is  that you have to be at a certain level or run [Read More…]

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Tidbits – January 2023

December 14, 2022 Oyster Pointer 0

Newport News Tourism was among 24 winners selected in the Virginia/D.C. area for a Readers’ Choice Award, presented annually by ConventionSouth magazine. This is the second time that Newport News Tourism has received the honor, [Read More…]

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Newport News debuts vibrant new city brand Strategic message “Built on Breakthroughs” highlights city’s innovative and diverse story

December 14, 2022 Oyster Pointer 0

By Sarah Bowman In 2021, the City of Newport News launched a strategic initiative to uncover the community’s brand identity. The goal was to discover what is distinct and authentic about Newport News and develop [Read More…]

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Newport News Public Schools update – January 2023

December 14, 2022 Oyster Pointer 0

PreK students apply what they’ve learned on neighborhood walks Pre-kindergarten students at early childhood and early learning centers in Newport News Public Schools (NNPS) study buildings and the materials used to make them.  At Watkins [Read More…]

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Got the winter BLAHS? Maybe your pets do too!

December 14, 2022 Oyster Pointer 0

By Jennifer Morrone, Critter Sitters and More LLC Many Americans suffer from a form of seasonal depression known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or more generically known as “the winter blahs.” This form of depression occurs [Read More…]

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Jimmy Fay – Jimmy Fay Insurance Agency, Inc.

December 14, 2022 Oyster Pointer 0

When I think of the opportunities that a new year brings, I am most excited about  new travel opportunities, both work and personal.  Something I wish I knew about the insurance world 10 years ago [Read More…]

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Tidbits – December 2022

November 18, 2022 Oyster Pointer 0

Mariners’ Museum has scheduled its December programs with the disclaimer that events are subject to change. December 2, Beyond the Frame, a behind-the-scenes look of the Museum’s world-class art collection with Kyra Duffley, digital content [Read More…]

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