Mrs. Maggie Lena Walker, an extraordinary leader of the early 20th century, made history as the first Black woman to found and lead a chartered bank...
The Huntington High School Alumni Association Inc. awarded scholarships to five outstanding students at their Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony, held at Ivy Baptist Church in Newport...
Members of the Unified Booker T. Washington Alumni & Friends rallied at the Norfolk School Board meeting to address unsafe, unhealthy, and inequitable conditions at Booker...
The Chesapeake Democratic Women awarded four $1,000 scholarships during their Annual Nora Davenport Scholarship Lunch, recognizing the academic achievements and community dedication of local high school...
The Bachelor-Benedict Social Club of Norfolk, celebrating its 101st year, will proudly present its 2024 Debutantes on June 30 at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. #BachelorBenedict #Debutantes2024...
The 2024 Community Builders Awards by HRCAP honored ten college and university presidents for their contributions to education, featuring keynote speaker Phylicia Rashad. #HRCAP #CommunityBuilders #Education...
New Journal and Guide Publisher Brenda H. Andrews joins the 2024 VIAHA Hall of Fame inductees, honoring the contributions of African-American students and leaders. The ceremony...
Sentara Healthcare and ten Black churches in Hampton Roads are partnering to tackle high blood pressure through a groundbreaking 18-month study. This initiative aims to reduce...
The Fourth Annual Chesapeake Juneteenth Foundation Luncheon featured a keynote by Brenda H. Andrews, inspiring speeches, and scholarships for local students. The event highlighted the importance...
From June 21-23, Portsmouth's Truxtun neighborhood will celebrate its 105th anniversary with various events, highlighting the rich history and enduring legacy of this historic Black community....
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.
