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Monthly Archives: April, 2023

First Phase Of Reimagine Nauticus Project Opening To The Public Soon

NORFOLK-The first permanent gallery space unveiled as part of the $21.5 million comprehensive redesign of the Nauticus in Norfolk, called the Reimagine Nauticus Project, centers around the region’s history of resiliency and...

Newport News Hosting Free Workshop On Navigating The Government Contracting Process

NEWPORT NEWS—Business owners interested in learning how to overcome hurdles to navigate the government procurement process are invited to attend a free workshop presented by the Newport News Purchasing Office. The workshop...

Sports Tourism Growing In Hampton Roads

HAMPTON—Business and community leaders in Hampton Roads are hoping to grow sports tourism in Hampton Roads with the introduction of facilities such as The Hampton Virginia Aquaplex in Hampton. The sports tourism industry...

1st Advantage Hosting Free Seminars For First-Time Home Buyers In May

1st Advantage Federal Credit Union, which has locations across Hampton Roads, will host several free seminars in May for first-time home buyers navigating the process. Mortgage specialists from the credit union will share...

Las Vegas Artist Leaving Her Mark In Gloucester And Beyond

GLOUCESTER – For artist Melanie Stimmell Van Latum, it appears her work is the best form of advertising. She recently finished a large mural on the side of the Horn’s Ace Hardware...

Two Chains Set To Open In May In Greater Williamsburg

JAMES CITY-Two chain establishments are set to open new locations in May in Greater Williamsburg, one along Monticello Avenue in James City County and the other just up the road in the...

Saslaw, Norment Speakers At Post-Legislation Luncheon

NEWPORT NEWS-Even though there is a strong political divide in America, Democrat Virginia Senator Dick Saslaw and Republican Virginia Senator Tommy Norment have remained friends for decades. The two retiring senators had an...

Newport News Mayor Announced As VPCC Commencement Speaker

HAMPTON-Virginia Peninsula Community College recently announced that Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones will be the commencement speaker during this year’s graduation ceremony. The event, the school’s 54th graduation ceremony, will be held on...