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The Hilton Creamery: Ice cream is always a good idea

December 14, 2022 Nancy P. Sykes 0

There are 24 tempting flavors of ice cream on display at the ice cream parlor in “downtown” Hilton Village. “There are 50 flavors in storage,” says Will Auman, co-owner, along with the other owners Megan, [Read More…]

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Dynasty Collectibles: A treasured kingdom of antiques from around the world

December 14, 2022 Kayla Brundick 0

Dynasty Collectibles, a local collectible antique store, focuses on the value of experiencing Asian culture through the sale of furniture, clothes and additional antiques and collector items derived from a variety of Asian cultures around [Read More…]

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Diamond Choreography: Dance and feel amazing

November 17, 2022 Nancy P. Sykes 0

“I love dancing,” says Diamond Rue, owner of Diamond Choreography. “I even dance in my sleep and I want to share this joy with others.” Rue teaches classes especially for quinceañera and sweet sixteen celebrations. Groups [Read More…]

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Peninsula Council of Garden Clubs, Inc.: To build up and beautify local communities

October 14, 2022 Anna Dorl 0

Since 1954, the Peninsula Council of Garden Clubs, Inc.(PCGC) has stood as a pillar of aesthetic appreciation and inspired action within the community. Originally founded by Margaret L. Alexander, the Council continues to introduce the [Read More…]

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Peninsula Track Club: “Runners are the nicest people you’ll ever meet”

October 14, 2022 Anna Dorl 0

Through the thick forest, dozens of running shoes crunched along in the gravel and dirt of Newport News Park on a warm August evening. Runners from Peninsula Track Club (PTC) approach the starting line, ready [Read More…]

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Southeast Community Pharmacy: Keeping the community at the heart

October 14, 2022 Noelle Riddle 0

James Mitchell has a long history of serving the Newport News community with pharmaceutical needs. He has previously worked at an area Walgreens pharmacy and even had his own pharmacy in the Hidenwood area of [Read More…]

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Ken Matthews Garden Center: Growing landscapes and relationships

September 21, 2022 Nancy P. Sykes 0

Celebrating 50 years in the horti-culture business, Ken Matthews Garden Center (KMGC) has been at its York County location since 1984. Owner Ken Matthews started his business in his backyard in the Wythe area of [Read More…]

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Dottie’s Custom Clean: The happy runner

August 22, 2022 Nancy P. Sykes 0

“I’m a ‘plain Jane’ kind of person,” says Dottie Humphreys, owner of Dottie’s Custom Clean since 1985. In addition to cleaning houses, Humphreys does “move outs” and painting on a limited basis. “My first big [Read More…]

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Sí Señor Mexican Restaurant: Authentic cuisine made with love

August 22, 2022 Cathy Welch 0

When you see the two-tiered fountain on your left, heading south on Warwick Boulevard through Hilton Village, make a U-turn like José Fuentes did a few years ago. You won’t regret it.  Fuentes, owner of [Read More…]

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The Designery Company: “A bit of a chameleon”

July 21, 2022 Anna Dorl 0

“Looking back to when I was a child, I would sit on the floor and push the furniture with my feet,” says Beth DuBois, owner of the Designery Company. “I rearranged my room probably 50 [Read More…]

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Cole’s Horse Autism Therapy Station: Treating autism successfully

June 21, 2022 Nancy P. Sykes 0

“My son Cole was diagnosed with autism at age 4,” says Megan B. McGavern, DO, MS, FACP. “At first I was devastated, but then I went into ‘warrior mode.’ I was determined to heal my [Read More…]

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Gus’s Hot Dog King: Timeless at 50 years

May 23, 2022 Oyster Pointer 0

By Evelyn Davidson and Allan C. Hanrahan Gus’s Hot Dog King celebrated its 50th anniversary on April 1. To honor this momentous occasion, dine-in patrons received a 50 percent discount on all menu items, and [Read More…]

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