Does anyone else feel like they blinked and September was over? Don’t get me wrong—some of the days felt long. Yet, the month itself slipped past like a whisper, and tomorrow we wake to October.
That also means that today’s the last day of our end-of-summer fundraiser. So far, we’ve raised just over 37% of our $1,000 goal. That means we’re still $625 away from meeting our threshold.
It might seem like a lot. Honestly, it would be if the finances fell to one person. But we’ve got a community here. One that values fact-based reporting not hidden behind a paywall. If just 25 people donate $25 before midnight, we’ll reach our goal. But time is running out. By the time this email goes out, there are only 12 hours left in our supporter drive, and we need your help.
If you’ve donated before, thank you. If you’ve never given but enjoy our coverage, we’re asking that you consider sharing a few dollars now. We’re so appreciative of every like, share, and follow we receive; you’re the reason we continue doing this work. We’re so thankful for you—and we’re so glad you’re here.
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Put on your fall colors and head out to one or all of these events in Virginia Beach this October. (Hunt Club Farm)
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By Aila Boyd
Here’s what you need to know: From celebrations of Indian and Filipino culture and extensive outdoor art shows to thought-provoking community theater performances and boisterous concerts by well-known artists, there are a multitude of events in Virginia Beach that are worth checking out this fall.
Our top picks:
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Explore the beauty of Indian culture during India Fest at the Virginia Beach Convention Center on Oct. 3. Held by the Asian Indians of Hampton Roads, the event has been the region’s biggest Indian cultural celebration for the past two decades. The free event will feature cultural performances, Indian cuisine, henna art, and a shopping bazaar.
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Explore the Virginia Beach Boardwalk while taking in works by some of the best artists in the country during the Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show. The outdoor event is one of the longest-running art shows on the East Coast, having started in 1952. Over 160 artists will be displaying their work from Oct. 9-11.
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Hunt Club Farm’s Harvest Fair through Nov. 1 offers the ultimate fall experience in Virginia Beach. The fair serves up tons of family-friendly fun, including a massive pumpkin patch, petting zoo, scenic hayride, giant straw patch, and tree walk. Admission is $18 per person, with children 2 and under admitted for free.
Want more excitement? We’ve got 24 area events listed at the link below.
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Virginia’s no stranger to ghost sightings, and a story from the early 1900s still whispers through the Southwestern region.
Over the span of nine months, a lady dressed in all black—from her veil to her shoes—reportedly stalked men at night.
Reports from the time claimed that bullets went right through her and she had the ability to disappear.
Sightings occurred from Bristol to Roanoke and beyond, with many accounts containing stark similarities.
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The potential Dominion-Next Era merger could put Virginians’ power bills, reliable service, and clean-energy commitments in the hands of a single corporate owner. (Andrey Metelev/Unsplash)
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By Amie Knowles
Linda McLaughlin, who follows Dogwood on Instagram, called the idea of a Dominion-Next Era merger “sickening.”
The potential merger could put Virginians’ power bills, reliable service, and clean-energy commitments in the hands of a single corporate owner.
The changes originated with a $67 billion arrangement set to combine Dominion Energy, a Richmond-headquartered power and energy company, with NextEra Energy, a power and energy company out of Florida.
The two power companies looking to combine are promoting the merger as a way to build “a stronger company to meet growing power demand.” Meanwhile, critics are expressing concern about everything from previous failed deals in Hawaii and Texas to the potential for rate increases passed on to consumers.
While the State Corporation Commission (SCC)—a state agency that regulates public utilities, insurance, and more—looks into the details, residents across Virginia are making their opinions known about the potential merger. We asked how you, our Dogwood readers and social media followers, felt about the possible change.
The responses we received were overwhelmingly skeptical.
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Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Amie Knowles. Amie is a lifelong Virginia resident and mom to a fantastic 8-year-old who loves Pokémon. This edition includes a story from Aila Boyd. It was edited by Crystal Niforos.
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