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Struggling with your mental health after surviving a disaster? Here’s how to look after yourself
There’s the initial shock and chaos in a collective disaster like the deadly and destructive California wildfires. Here’s what you can do in the aftermath.
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Wholesome News Hour: More hippo madness, celebrated teachers, and water crisis recovery.
Good news is still news! Dogwood’s wholesome news hour is a quick refresh from the day’s hard news, celebrating some of the positive things happening throughout Virginia. Today, we’re highlighting three pieces of good news directly from the commonwealth.
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Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture, and education.
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A daily journey through Virginia’s Black history: From Civil Rights to cultural icons
Join us as we take you on a daily journey across Virginia to explore some of the most meaningful ways that Black history shaped the commonwealth.
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VA officials respond to tragic DCA crash: ‘Virginia stands united with their families’
After the tragic events that occurred on Jan. 29 near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Virginians mourned together.
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Virginia leaders slam Trump’s immediate, baseless blame of DEI for crash
Some Virginia leaders criticized Trump’s choice to immediately blame DEI as the cause despite no evidence of the cause of the crash yet, something he admitted wasn’t known just minutes earlier in his remarks.
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What we know about the tragic midair collision near DCA
As authorities shift from rescue to recovery, new details emerge about the crash.
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Renaissance fairs coming to Virginia in 2025
Explore Renaissance fairs coming to Virginia in 2025, from live combat and medieval games to artisan vendors and themed performances.
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2025’s Something in the Water Festival is canceled
It’s official: Virginia Beach city officials canceled this year’s Something in the Water Festival.
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Learn about Roanoke’s 7 sister cities (on four different continents!)
Explore Roanoke’s seven sister cities across four continents, showcasing vibrant cultural, educational, and economic exchanges that foster global connections.
