Dr. Richard A. Singletary, founder of Portsmouth’s African Art Museum and a lifelong educator, musician, and cultural scholar, passed away at 84, leaving behind a legacy...
Betty Jean Reed Kea, a member of the Norfolk 17 who desegregated Granby High School in 1959, passed away May 13 in Baltimore, just days before...
Before Memorial Day became a national tradition, African-Americans in Portsmouth observed “Decoration Day” to honor fallen heroes with parades and grave adornments—a legacy being revived this...
Brenda H. Andrews, Publisher of the New Journal and Guide, accepts the 2025 King Dreamer Award, reflecting on Dr. King's transformative legacy and urging a commitment...
Delegate Don Scott reflects on his journey from incarceration to becoming Virginia’s first Black Speaker of the House, sharing a powerful message of redemption and hope....
The NAACP recently organized the Ida B. Wells March in Norfolk to commemorate Women’s Equality Day. The event highlighted the legacy of Ida B. Wells and...
Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck and Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones are urging Black male mentors to volunteer in their cities' public schools, emphasizing the critical need...
Congressman Bobby Scott's 47th annual Labor Day Cookout in Newport News energized local Democrats with the presence of Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff and Senator Tim Kaine....
The African Landing Day Commemoration at Fort Monroe marked a significant milestone, drawing hundreds to the future site of the African Landing Memorial. Set to open...
The Tour To Save Democracy, led by Generation Z activists, stopped in Virginia Beach to inspire young voters on issues like gun control, reproductive rights, and...
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.
