People
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Opinion: Virginia communities pay the price for data centers with little benefit
Virginians are paying higher electric bills and underwriting massive grid upgrades—not for schools or public services, but to power the explosive growth of privately-owned data centers.
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12 NBA stars with Virginia roots
From Alonzo Mourning to Allen Iverson, Virginia has contributed many memorable players to NBA rosters over the years.
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We drove from Virginia to see Buddhist monks—and found an unexpected community
As Buddhist monks led a Walk for Peace through a nearby town, I became part of an unexpected community, discovering how shared waiting, conversation, and peace can quietly bring people together.
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11 ordinary Virginians who performed extraordinary acts of kindness in 2025
Learn about some of the many Virginians who worked tirelessly to make 2025 a year that was filled with kindness.
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Danville’s ‘Comeback Kid’ returns: Councilman Lee Vogler speaks after being set on fire
Three months after a brutal attack, Councilman Lee Vogler delivered a message of hope—and encouraged the community to take action.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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When the storm clears: Danville-based God’s Pit Crew helps those impacted by recent tornadoes
As sirens fall silent and storm clouds move on, a different kind of force rolls in—bringing more than just supplies.
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15 activists from Virginia you should know about
Discover the influential activists from Virginia who have fought for justice and left a lasting impact on the state and nation.
