People and Milestones

16+ hour, 51+ min ago   (783+ words) NORFOLK POLICE Lt. Richard Frank (third from left) received the Police Officers’ Association of Nebraska (POAN) Officer of the Year Award for 2026 on Tuesday. Frank is flanked by (from left) Lt. Bret Lee with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, sheriff…...

1+ week, 11+ hour ago   (1288+ words) By Sophia Cooper | [email protected] The COVID-19 pandemic, six years later, means something different for everyone who experienced it. For Alexandria native Allison and husband Brendan Kent, it meant meeting and falling in love with each other. “I think COVID was…...

1+ week, 11+ hour ago   (659+ words) Paws in the Park returns to Oronoco Bay Park in Old Town on Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is guaranteed to be even bigger and better than years past. This year will have a little extra sparkle as it also marks…...

1+ week, 11+ hour ago   (340+ words) Wedding trends often encompass decor and design, but this fall, wedding trends are focusing on memories and experiences for family, guests and the couple. Here are some of the newest trends to watch this fall wedding season. Both options allow…...

1+ week, 22+ hour ago   (36+ words) This Saturday, FairyTails Pet Adoptions will be having a tail-wagging good time at Winchester's Pride and Inclusion Festival. This Saturday, FairyTails Pet Adoptions will be having a tail-wagging good time at Winchester's Pride and Inclusion Festival....

1+ week, 23+ hour ago   (32+ words) Norfolk's Circuit Court has a new marriage package, giving budget-conscious couples an alternative to traditional weddings. Norfolk's Circuit Court has a new marriage package, giving budget-conscious couples an alternative to traditional weddings....

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (214+ words) Honorees have demonstrated remarkable leadership while making an impact in Virginia MCLEAN, Va., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Appian (Nasdaq: APPN) today announced that Virginia Business has selected Susan Charnaux, Chief People Officer at Appian, as a 2026 Women in Leadership Awards recipient. The…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (188+ words) BLACKSBURG, Va. – A new cadet is coming up in the ranks at Virginia Tech within the next year. His name is Bedford, and he will be Growley IV when he wraps up his training. He is named in honor of…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (124+ words) RICHMOND, Va. — CBS 6 storm dogs Stanley and Bruce are headed to the pages of the Richmond Animal League's 2027 calendar after a strong showing in this year's calendar contest. The popular pair finished in fifth place and raised more than $8,000 during…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (403+ words) RICHMOND, Va. — Dr. Lillie Bennett’s legacy lines the walls of her Chamberlayne Avenue pediatric office in Richmond. Framed Richmond Times-Dispatch and Richmond Free Press articles detail her work improving literacy among children and her role organizing a local chapter of…...