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community

Life After Helene: A Community's Resilience

October 7, 2024

Flossie Amoia, a local physical therapist, is picking up the pieces after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc. Her practice, Rivers Edge Physical Therapy, took a hit from severe flooding. The storm also left many homes and businesses without power or clean water. However, the community isn't sitting idle

education

Parents and Teachers Join Forces to Keep Schools Safe

October 7, 2024

In Baton Rouge, parents of students at Belaire High School came together after two alarming incidents. First, an unloaded .45 pistol was found in a student's locker. Then, deputies caught a man with a rifle near the school and firing it into the ground. These events prompted parents to say, "Enough

crime

City Efforts to Cut Crime: How San Antonio and Baltimore Are Trying

October 7, 2024

Crime reduction is top of mind for cities like San Antonio and Baltimore, which are rolling out multi-step plans aimed at high-crime areas and individuals who drive a lot of violence. The idea is simple but effective: get different city departments and social service groups to work together, fix iss

politics

Vote for Stacy Hall: A New Voice for Fairfax

October 7, 2024

Meet Stacy Hall, a candidate running for the Fairfax City Council. She believes that what matters most is not which political party you belong to, but what's best for the city. Stacy is interested in your thoughts as a neighbor, not your party affiliation. She was the first to speak at a recent meet

business

Sweet Treats Invade Downtown Elgin: Crepes and More on the Menu!

October 7, 2024

In downtown Elgin, a new dessert haven called Stop n Dip has just opened its doors. This isn't your ordinary ice cream shop—it's offering a unique mix of crepes, fruit kabobs, and gelato that's catching everyone's attention. Co-owners Mohanned Alali and Belal Baninaser decided to bring something fre

business

Dock Builders Extend Helping Hands to Hurricane Victims

October 7, 2024

In the small town of Chapin, South Carolina, two men who usually build docks and decks for Lake Murray decided to do something different. Rick Weber and Kenny Pike, owners of 360 Dock and Deck LLC, saw the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. They felt a strong urge to help, so

entertainment

The Neighborhood Hub: Crystal City Sports Pub Turns 30!

October 7, 2024

Have you ever walked into a place and felt like it's been there forever? That's how many people feel about Crystal City Sports Pub. After three decades, this sports bar has become more than just a spot to catch the game. It's where lifelong bonds are formed and community spirit thrives. James Madde

environment

Chimney Rock Village: Weathering the Storm Together

October 6, 2024

A strong storm recently swept through Chimney Rock Village, leaving behind a trail of destruction. Homes and businesses were hit hard, but the tight-knit community isn't giving up without a fight. Site coordinator Payne is leading the charge to rebuild, determined not to let the storm chase them awa

environment

Biltmore Village: After Hurricane Helene, a Town United and Rebuilding

October 6, 2024

The calm after the storm is here, but it'll take time for Biltmore Village to regain its glow. A nearby river, once beautiful, now looks like a trash dump with mud, metal, and dirt scattered about. Shops are closed, restaurants too. It’s been over a week since Hurricane Helene hit, leaving watermark

entertainment

Laughter, Music, and Heart: How Don Cheto's Radio Show Uplifts Latinos

October 4, 2024

Have you ever turned on the radio and felt like someone was talking just to you? That's what Don Cheto's show does for many Latinos. It's not just about laughs and tunes – it's a lifeline, reminding listeners they're part of something bigger. Don Cheto, the man behind the mic, is like your favorite