Jennifer Montague, president and COO of Columbia Gas of Virginia, discusses leadership, energy equity, and expanding opportunities for women and communities of color while strengthening infrastructure...
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia celebrated rising youth leaders during its annual Youth of the Year Gala in Portsmouth, honoring standout students whose...
Civil rights leaders and Democratic officials are condemning a controversial campaign targeting Black voters ahead of Virginia’s April 21 redistricting referendum, accusing a political action committee...
Norfolk State University’s “Now Is Our Time” campaign shattered expectations, raising more than $147 million—far surpassing its $90 million goal. The historic fundraising milestone strengthens scholarships,...
A new foreign conflict with Iran is drawing sharp criticism, with questions surrounding constitutional authority, diplomacy, and the collapse of the 2015 nuclear agreement. Dr. Wornie...
Three Virginia women helped transform American democracy—from the suffrage movement to the Supreme Court battle that ended the poll tax. Their courage reshaped voting rights and...
After 32 seasons in the NBA, Tony Brothers is stepping into a new arena. The longtime referee and former downtown restaurateur reflects on closing Brothers, family...
Virginia State University, Charlie Hill, HBCU Giving, VSU Honors College, Alumni Philanthropy, Black Education Leadership, Makola Abdullah, STEM Endowment, Historically Black Colleges A historic $1.5 million...
The ninth annual Hampton Roads Mayors’ Masked Ball returns March 7 at the Hilton Norfolk Main, uniting regional leaders, corporate partners, and HBCU advocates for an...
Delegate Cliff Hayes argues that requiring verified .gov domains for Virginia government agencies is a critical step toward stronger cybersecurity, fraud prevention, and public trust, aligning...
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.
