Join the Conversation That Matters! Diverse Engagement presents a Virtual Town Hall on *Redistricting & Black Representation* This important discussion brings together community leaders and experts to break down how redistricting impacts representation, policy, and your voice. Featuring: Hon. Aijalon “A.C.” CordozaTavorise K. Marks, M.A.Phillip E. Thompson, Esq.Rev. Dr. Karl E. Brower Hosted by: Miss […]
Did you know that vandalizing a campaign sign is illegal? It is classified as a misdemeanor and punishable by up to a year in jail and a $2,500 fine. The political sign for three Democratic candidates running for Lynchburg City Council has been vandalized. The Lynchburg Better Together sign featuring candidates Dave Henderson, Nat Marshall […]
Parenting: Who Has the Blueprint? If you have the blueprint, PLEASE share it with the rest of us! Because listen… I really thought if I funded my daughter’s life -housing, education, opportunities, and her dreams—that meant I was doing a pretty good job as a parent. Whew! Then my daughter, Kenya, had a few choice but […]
Drivers who use Interstate 64 (I-64) are being warned about a Virginia State Police enforcement that starts later this week. State troopers have announced and will be conducting Operation DISS-RUPT along the interstate on Thursday and Friday. Law enforcement will ramp up its presence across Virginia’s section on I-64, with the goal of reducing speeding, […]
Today’s Cloism is about saluting all parenting styles. I grew up with traditional parents and my daughter is growing up with me as a mixture of traditional and modern era mom. The parenting styles balance out to an extent. Let’s delve in: Parents or Parent (Traditional) Parents or Parent (The Modern Era) I’m hopeful you’ve […]
I am true NASCAR fan from the days of Richard Petty, Tony Stewart, Hermie Sadler, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Denny Hamlin to Bubba Wallace and in loving memory of Wendell Scott. I love the races, the food, people, the burned rubber and just the sport as a whole… NASCAR returns on the big celebration weekend, the […]
Virginia Hemp business owners are waiting on U.S. District Judge Robert S. Ballou to decide whether new regulations will take effect on August 15, 2026. The new regulations would limit all cannabis and hemp products sold in Virginia to less than two milligrams of THC per package, replacing the current “25 to 1” THC-to-CBD ratio […]
Today’s Cloism: A screen that teaches is an investment. A screen that only entertains is an expense. Choose wisely, because today’s lessons become tomorrow opportunities. I will start by saying this, I am not an expert but a testimony as a mother. God gave children curious minds long before the world gave them screens. When […]
Why are protesters asking lawmakers to halt data center expansions in the Commonwealth of Virginia? The Capitol Square Bell Tower in Richmond last Saturday was the site of the protest where organizers say data centers are using up resources like water and electricity without giving enough back to the communities where located. The organizers accused […]
Welcome to the Heights🧡 A new community providing a place for domestic violence survivors and their children to live, heal, and thrive. This community of housing is name after Richmond’s own Civil Rights Leader, Dr. Dorothy Height. It’s such an honor to collaborate with the YWCA building stronger, safer and flourishing communities. Construction is underway […]
The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority is asking for public input about how a retail cannabis market will operate in the state. On Monday, the agency opened a survey asking for input from those who will be affected by regulations tied to that marketplace. The CCA says the feedback will help regulators understand the public’s concerns […]
Will Virginia’s new two-year budget go into effect on July 1, 2026? The new $205 billion two-year state budget is set to go into effect on July 1, 2026. In fact, the state budget has been sent to Governor Abigail Spanberger’s desk for approval. Members in the Virginia Senate approved the plan in a 23-16 […]