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Virginia Beach News June 2, 2025

Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s Free Outdoors Concerts Begin June 6

The Virginia Symphony Orchestra will perform 12 free concerts across Hampton Roads this summer, from June through September, at scenic outdoor venues like Neptune’s Park and Lake Matoaka Amphitheatre.
#VirginiaSymphony #FreeConcerts #HamptonRoadsEvents #VSO2025 #LiveMusicOutdoors #FamilyFun #ClassicalMusic #SummerConcertSeries #NeptunesPark #TownPointPark
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Virginia Beach News May 24, 2025

Gov. Moore Signs Major Legislative Bills In Maryland

Governor Wes Moore signs 170 new Maryland bills into law, addressing reckless driving, reproductive rights, disability ID access, environmental protection, and public safety in a landmark legislative session.
#WesMoore #MarylandLegislation #ReproductiveRights #ChesapeakeBay #EnvironmentalJustice #EricIDLaw #SergeantKeppAct #HumanTraffickingAwareness #BlackLeadership #PublicSafetyReform
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Virginia Beach News February 28, 2025

Local Voices: Let Them Talk

The wisdom of our parents is a treasure we often take for granted—until we can no longer hear their voices. Dennis Edwards reflects on the importance of listening to our elders, cherishing their stories, and appreciating the love woven into their words before it’s too late.
#FamilyLove #CherishTheMoment #ListenToYourParents #LifeLessons #GenerationalWisdom #ParentChildBond #Storytelling
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Virginia Beach News February 10, 2025

February Is American Heart Month: “Go Red for Women” Luncheon To Raise Awareness; Award Four

The American Heart Association’s Hampton Roads Go Red for Women Luncheon on February 14 will bring over 400 attendees together to raise awareness and funds for women’s heart health. Featuring CNN’s Laura Coates as the keynote speaker, a survivor fashion show, and the Live Fierce Awards, the event aims to combat cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in women.
#GoRedForWomen #HeartHealth #AmericanHeartMonth #WomensHealth #LiveFierce #HamptonRoads #LauraCoates #HeartDiseaseAwareness
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Virginia Beach News January 4, 2025

Uncle “Beatle’s” Trombone

Dennis Raphael Edwards reflects on the treasured legacy of his Uncle Beatle, a jazz trombonist who toured with Tommy Dorsey’s Band. A gifted heirloom, Uncle Beatle’s trombone now stands as a cherished symbol of history, family, and gratitude.
#JazzLegacy #UncleBeatle #FamilyHistory #AfricanAmericanMusicians #JazzAge #Trombone #TommyDorsey #JazzMusic
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Virginia Beach News May 15, 2024

Longwood To Honor Prince Edward Civil Rights Heroes

Longwood University pays tribute to the unsung heroes of Prince Edward County’s civil rights struggle, recognizing their pivotal roles in shaping education justice during Commencement 2024.
#CivilRightsHeroes #LongwoodUniversity #Commencement2024 #EducationJustice
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