Sign up here for our free newsletter that tells you about the newest stories, three mornings each week.
Education & Business
WRL Introducing Youth Career Series For Children and Teens This Summer
WILLIAMSBURG-The Williamsburg Regional Library will host a Youth Career Series this summer for children and teens to learn more about jobs. The series will include discussions and hands-on activities.
The series will kick off Wednesday, July 19 from 2pm to 5pm at the Stryker Center, 412 N. Boundary St. Steve...
Profs And Pints Bringing Deep Space To 1700 Brewing
NEWPORT NEWS—On Wednesday, July 12, astrophysicist Jack Singal will present “New Views of the Universe” at 1700 Brewing, which is located at 11838 Canon Blvd., Suite 400 in Newport News. Singal is an associate professor of physics at the University of Richmond and former researcher at the NASA Goddard...
Peninsula High School Students Honored As Bank of America Student Leaders
Since 2006, the Student Leaders program has played a vital role in Bank of America’s ongoing commitment to youth employment and economic mobility in Hampton Roads. The national program recognizes 300 community-focused juniors and seniors every year.
Students participate in an eight-week internship with local nonprofits that culminates with a...
Virginia Peninsula Chamber Spotlights Area’s Assets
NEWPORT NEWS – Bob McKenna, president and CEO of the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, is straightforward when explaining the reasons behind the organization’s “Spotlight on the Peninsula” series.
“We’re a champion of the great assets of the Peninsula,” he told an audience of more than 30 at the most...
Gloucester County Public Schools Names Interim Superintendent
GLOUCESTER-A new interim superintendent has been announced for Gloucester County Public Schools.
Bryan Hartley, director of operations for the school division, has been selected as acting superintendent effective July 1. He was appointed following a special closed session of the Gloucester County School Board on June 27.
According to a release,...
Summer Family Nights Series Kicking Off At Brooks Crossing June 29
NEWPORT NEWS—Brooks Crossing, located at 550 30th St., Suites 101 and 102, in Newport News, will kick off its Summer Family Nights series on Thursday, June 29, from 6pm to 8pm. Guests of all ages are invited to an evening of free entertainment that blends learning with exploration, innovation,...
Virginia Air & Space Science Center Announces New Executive Director
HAMPTON—At a special press/community announcement held on Thursday, June 22, The Virginia Air & Space Science Center Board President L’Allegro Smith had the honor of announcing that Dr. Jeffery Smith has been selected as the next executive director of the center. Jeffery Smith will assume the post on July...
Williamsburg School Study Hot Topic In James City County
JAMES CITY–It’s safe to say that Williamsburg’s decision to commission a study on whether to separate from James City County and run its own school district caught their partners by surprise.
“Like most, I was totally blindsided,” said Jamestown District Supervisor Jim Icenhour. “(But) I’ll wait until we collect a...
Sponsor This Section
[adrotate banner=”5″]
Latest News
Environmental Aspects Of HRBT Expansion Project Offer Learning Opportunities
HAMPTON – When Ryan Banas was earning his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering at Case Western Reserve University, the required curriculum didn’t include history,...
Meet Eve Otmar, Colonial Williamsburg Master Gardener
WILLIAMSBURG-Eve Otmar, Colonial Williamsburg Master Gardener, has been tinkering in the dirt since she was a child.
“I’ve been gardening my whole life,” she said....
Cups And Claws Café Celebrating One-Year Anniversary
NEWPORT NEWS—On August 5, 2023, Cups and Claws Cafe, a cat café that offers coffee, fresh baked snacks, and an opportunity to socialize with...