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Beauty Outlet Now Open In Peninsula Town Center

HAMPTON-A new beauty supply store is now open in Peninsula Town Center. The shopping center shared on its social media channels that Beauty Outlet held a soft opening on Thursday, June 1. Beauty Outlet is located at 3460 Von Schilling Dr....

Food Lion’s Summers Without Hunger Campaign Begins

Food Lion recently kicked off its fourth annual Summers Without Hunger Campaign. The program benefits local Feeding America member food banks. As part of the campaign, Food Lion customers can contribute a $5 donation at their local Food Lion grocery...

Newport News Green Foundation Offering Tour Of Sarfan Food Forest on June 7

NEWPORT NEWS—The Newport News Green Foundation will hold an open house and tour of the Sarfan Food Forest on Wednesday, June 7 beginning at 3:30pm. Visitors can learn more about the plans for the property, which is located at...

Ribbon Cutting Set For The Learning Experience Historic Williamsburg

WILLIAMSBURG-A ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening celebration is planned for a new day care and preschool facility in Williamsburg. Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce will host the event for The Learning Experience Historic Williamsburg, which is now open at...

Youth Summer Job Fair Scheduled For June 3 In Newport News

NEWPORT NEWS—Newport News City Councilman John Eley III, in partnership with Newport News Public Schools Youth Development and What’s Next: Removing Barriers for Success Foundation, is hosting a summer job fair for teens and young adults ages 16–24. The fair...

Newport News Council Member Elected Vice Chair Of Virginia First Cities

NEWPORT NEWS-Newport News City Councilwoman Tina L. Vick was recently elected as vice chair of Virginia First Cities (VFC). The organization, which was established in 2003, was founded to bolster state funding for the commonwealth’s older core cities, which...

Busch Gardens Williamsburg Offering Free Beer Again This Summer

JAMES CITY-Guests will once again be able to enjoy free beer at Busch Gardens Williamsburg this summer. Now through August 17, members and annual pass holders 21 and older can enjoy one free seven-ounce beer per visit between 11am...

Renovations Completed At The Birth Place At Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital

NEWPORT NEWS-The Birth Place at Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News recently hosted a grand opening for its newly renovated units. Celebrations took place earlier this month on May 11.  The project included upgrades to the flooring, lighting,...

Hampton School Teacher Named A 2023 Cox Education Hero

HAMPTON-A Hampton City Schools elementary school teacher was the recent recipient of a 2023 Cox Education Hero award. Missy Powell-Riedl, a kindergarten teacher at Burbank Elementary School, received the award and a $1,000 grant for classroom supplies on May 15....

Pizza Hut Opening A New Location In James City County

JAMES CITY-A new Pizza Hut location will open soon along Monticello Avenue in James City County. The new pizza establishment will open at 4615 Monticello Ave., Suite C in the small shopping center near Cold Stone Creamery. The restaurant will offer...

Seasons Underway At Local Lavender Farms

Sweethaven Lavender Farm of Williamsburg kicked off its 2023 season earlier this month. Guests can now visit the farm, located at 2460 Busch Neck Rd. in James City County, on select dates through early July for pick-your-own lavender. Sweethaven also...

WJCC Schools Hosting Job Fair May 24

WILLIAMSBURG-WJCC Schools will host a job fair on Wednesday, May 24 from 3:30pm to 7pm at James Blair Middle School, located at 101 Longhill Rd. The event will include interviews for current vacancies as well as teaching positions for the...

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Beauty Outlet Now Open In Peninsula Town Center

HAMPTON-A new beauty supply store is now open in Peninsula Town Center. The shopping center shared on its social media channels that Beauty Outlet held a soft opening on Thursday, June 1. Beauty Outlet is located at 3460 Von Schilling Dr....

Food Lion’s Summers Without Hunger Campaign Begins

Food Lion recently kicked off its fourth annual Summers Without Hunger Campaign. The program benefits local Feeding America member food banks. As part of the campaign, Food Lion customers can contribute a $5 donation at their local Food Lion grocery...

Hampton Roads Event Center Marks One Year In Business

NEWPORT NEWS-The Hampton Roads Event Center in Newport News is celebrating one year of creating memorable celebrations. The center is owned and operated by Bruce Gearey and his wife, Robin. Gearey said they decided to open the business because they...