Television trailblazer Jayne Kennedy headlined the inaugural Circle of Care Honors in Hampton Roads, joining three distinguished community leaders recognized for their lasting contributions to faith,...
After serving 25 years in prison, Derrick Hansford transformed his life through faith, education, and service. Today, as a librarian at the Norfolk City Jail, he...
More than 200 guests gathered for a sold-out Elegant Holiday Jazz Brunch celebrating Chesapeake Councilwoman Dr. Ella Ward, recognizing over five decades of public service and...
The 2025 Black Men Rock Image Awards & Scholarship Ball celebrated visionary honorees and uplifted students through scholarship support at the Bridgerton-themed gala hosted by Faithwalk...
Suffolk’s S. Delois Mayes Scholarship Foundation will host its 12th Annual MLK Day of Service on January 19, 2026, uniting residents, leaders, and educators to honor...
The New Chesapeake Men For Progress & Education Foundation’s 8th annual black-tie scholarship gala sold out for the third straight year, celebrating educational excellence, community mentors,...
The Hampton NAACP's 53rd Annual Life Membership Awards, held on October 19 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, celebrated 19 distinguished individuals and organizations for their...
The Chesapeake NAACP's 58th Freedom Fund Gala on October 11 honored local leaders with the Legacy of First Light Award and celebrated the impactful role of...
The Virginia Beach NAACP is calling out the decision to deny Delegate Don Scott, the first Black Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates, the chance...
The Virginia General Assembly recognized the New Chesapeake Men For Progress Education Foundation (NCMPEF) for its significant contributions to youth development, including awarding $229,000 in scholarships,...
The Digital Download is a weekly column dedicated to exploring the power, promise, and impact of technology in our everyday lives, written by Delegate Cliff Hayes, an experienced technology leader and public servant.
The column aims to educate, inform, and empower readers with insight into how digital tools, innovations, and trends are shaping our communities, policies, and futures.
From artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to broadband access and smart devices, Digital Download breaks down complex tech topics in an accessible way for all.
