Author: Karolyn Hairston
Virginia Beach is celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month by giving existing and new cardholders a chance to win one of 10 pairs of custom Converse All Star high-tops and library-themed socks through a drawing. Any time in September, people can sign up for a new card or show their card or a photo ID linked to […]
The annual Chesapeake 9/11 Ceremony of Remembrance will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Sept. 11, 2026, at the Chesapeake 9/11 Memorial in Chesapeake City Park. The Norfolk Fire Foundation will host a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Sept. 12, 2026 at Scope Arena, beginning at 8 a.m. with required pre‑registration. Portsmouth’s Hampton Roads 9/11 […]
Through his Relief Gang organization, the Houston rapper has been distributing food, cleaning supplies and other essentials while helping residents clear fallen trees from homes and streets. For residents, nearly two weeks without reliable electricity has meant dealing with damaged homes, fallen trees and the disruption of everyday life. Severe storms with winds reaching up […]
Congress could give HBCUs new federal support for sports broadcasting, broadband technology, and student journalism through The Protect College Sports Act of 2026, now before the Senate. However, the bill also includes a section designed specifically for HBCUs. Title III is called the IGNITE HBCUs Sports and Media Act. It would create competitive grants for long-term improvements […]
Rooted in Timbaland’s legacy and driven by purpose, CreatorVerse is designed to inspire the next generation to create boldly, think differently, and step into new possibilities. This epic 2-day event, Oct 24-25, will be held at various locations, and some events offer free registration. Visit timbalandwayweekend.com for detailed information and lineups.
Norfolk City Council voted 8-0 Tuesday to establish a new voting precinct on the campus of Norfolk State University, which advocates say will remove barriers that have kept students from casting ballots. A campus precinct would ease pressure on Chesterfield poll workers and support civic participation among young voters, said Tara Alexander, Director of Retention […]
Norfolk State University celebrates President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston as she marks seven years of dedicated service to the Spartan community. Since joining Norfolk State in 2019, Dr. J has championed student success, elevated the University’s national profile, and inspired our faculty, staff, alumni, and supporters through her unwavering commitment to excellence. Thank you, Dr. J, […]
Excessive heat can cause a lot of problems for people’s health, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Heat-related illness can escalate quickly. EMS officials emphasize the importance of recognizing symptoms early and taking immediate action. Call 911 immediately if you or someone you are with suffers heat-related […]
This award signifies a school’s adherence to what Colleges of Distinction calls its Four Distinctions: Engaged Students, Great Teaching, Vibrant Community and Successful Outcomes. Colleges of Distinction conducts in-depth research and direct interviews with each institution, selecting only those whose campuses reflect a genuine, student-first philosophy. In addition to the selection as a National College of Distinction, Norfolk State also […]
Newport News model, Trinity Tatum, joins Season 8 cast of ‘Love Island USA’ Click Here To Watch The Video
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