Myths vs facts about West Nile virus in Virginia
Have you ever wondered how the West Nile virus might impact you?
Aug
2025
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Amie Knowles
Amie Knowles is Dogwood's newsletter editor. She has been in journalism for several years, winning multiple awards from the Virginia Press Association for news and feature content. A lifelong Virginia resident, her work has appeared in the Martinsville Bulletin, Danville Register & Bee, and NWNC Magazine.
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Aug
2025
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Cards for Lee: Community rallies around Danville City Councilman’s recovery
A GoFundMe page and a greeting card effort sprung up over the weekend, showing support for Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler.
Jul
2025
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‘Violence is never the answer’: Virginia leaders react to attack on Danville Councilman Lee Vogler
Danville Councilman Lee Vogler is receiving treatment for third-degree burns after a brutal attack at his workplace.
Jul
2025
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Danville councilman, who’s helped revitalize the city, set on fire in attack
Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler was set on fire as part of an attack that occurred at his place of employment.
Jul
2025
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A SoSi summer to remember: What’s waiting for you in Southside Virginia
For the past four weeks, you’ve been on a journey with us through Southside, as we’ve met with a variety of local business owners selling their goods and services at the Chatham Farm Market. Today, we’re wrapping up this summer series by extending an invitation to come visit the area for yourself.
Jul
2025
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From hobby to herd: Southside rancher grows sustainable beef business
From offering neighborly help to running his own sustainable beef operation, Alvis White Jr. shares how he built White Wood Farm—and offers practical advice for aspiring farmers.
Jul
2025
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Dogwood Newsletter July 15, 2025 Edition
When a scam hits home: How a Hampton email scheme exposed a bigger problem Hey, y'all. It's Amie. I often joke that I “learned to drive” in Chattanooga, Tennessee. I lived there for a handful of seasons over a decade ago, both working at a camp for kids with...
Jul
2025
10
Local spotlight: Mayra Cordero creates custom, affordable cards in Chatham
For just $5, you can snag a beautiful, handmade card—and meet the Chatham artist behind it.
Jul
2025
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Virginia is projected to lose 32,000 jobs in Youngkin’s final year
Under Gov. Glenn Youngkin's watch, Virginia is on track to lose 32,000 jobs in 2025, and he's openly supporting Trump's actions and policies that will leave even more Virginians unemployed.
Jul
2025
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Meet Chatham’s Cozy Carafe Coffee Co.—and the roaster behind the beans
What started as “a passion project that came to life” now brings joy to an entire community—one cup of coffee at a time.
