Norfolk State alumna and Virginia Secretary of the Commonwealth Candi Mundon King will welcome more than 1,000 first-year students during the university’s 2026 Freshman Convocation. #CandiMundonKing...
Part Two of this historical series traces Judge Archie Elliott Jr.'s journey from civil rights activist and Green Beret to Portsmouth's first Black full-time judge, while...
Sen. L. Louise Lucas responds defiantly after an FBI raid on her Portsmouth business office and dispensary, calling the actions politically motivated while key Virginia leaders...
Grammy-winning artist and Portsmouth native Missy Elliott continues to reinvest in her hometown, donating $50,000 to support homeless services while spreading holiday cheer through food, gifts,...
Family, friends, and community gathered at Third Baptist Church in Portsmouth for a heartfelt celebration of Ambassador Bismarck Myrick, honoring his faith, career, and legacy of...
Del. Cliff Hayes brought Democratic fellowship and recognition to Portsmouth with his “Sunday Blue Crescendo” fundraiser at Rivers Casino, featuring top Virginia leaders, lively storytelling, and...
Missy Elliott, a Portsmouth native and legendary music artist, was honored at the White House with the 2022 National Medal of the Arts. Congressman Bobby Scott...
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.
