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We’re bringing the news that matters most to you straight to your inbox Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Let’s address the elephant in the room: Session starts today. Here at Dogwood, we’re your newsroom; we intentionally cover the things that matter most to you. Right now, a big part of that is…

Plus: Good news, 757! Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. It was the most monotone “woof” I’d ever heard. Covering a story in Martinsville about an SPCA summer camp, I fell head over boots for—quite honestly—the laziest dog I’d ever met: Cleo.    I was determined when I walked through those doors that…

Pack your bags and head off on a great Virginia adventure this year Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Just yesterday, Colton—out of the blue, as most five-year-olds do—informed me that he’d figured out why he’d been acting crazy lately. “I haven’t gone outside on a walk in a long time,” he lamented.…

A look back at some of the best stories of 2023 Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. Can you believe it?! 2023 is nearly finito. It’s been my pleasure to highlight stories that matter most to you this year, and I hope you’ll enjoy this little recap newsletter to round things out.  …

Warm your heart with this especially cheery Christmas-themed newsletter Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. “Do you know his name?” I asked Jen, the co-owner of a local coffee shop, as the young boy slinked out the door. “No, I’ve never seen him before.” It’s one of those instances you read about in…

Lawmakers move to bring two professional sports teams to VA Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. I believe the overarching theme heading into the week before Christmas is something my Grandpa used to say: “I’m doin’, but I don’t know how!” Well, how are y’all? Got your presents wrapped and stockings hung by…

We’re looking for Virginia small businesses to support, and we could use your help Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas ‘round here! Chatham (which I’m convinced is Virginia’s equivalent of Mayberry) had its town tree and lantern lighting last Friday night—and in these parts, that…

Explore organizations that align with your values in Hampton Roads Share with a friend Hi there. It’s Amie. When I said I was “thankful” last week, I thought I knew what that word meant. Hi, it’s me, your community editor with a degree in English, nearly eight years of reporting experience, and homeschool Mama—and I…

Also: Discover a Giving Tuesday opportunity near you Share with a friend Hey y’all. It’s Amie. If you’ve been around here for a minute, then you know Christmas is my favorite holiday. Black Friday might just be second. I love the hustle and the bustle of the (albeit small) city, with everybody excited about the…

Here’s what time your fav stores open on Black Friday Share with a friend Hey, y’all. It’s Amie. In my best Taylor Swift voice: “I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling (Nov.) 22!” Happy day before Thanksgiving to all of our wonderful readers. If you’re like me, then you’re also in the middle of…