The Power of Priorities

The Power of Priorities

Whatever you’re doing musically, do it well. And whatever else you have to do in life is going to follow suit. It just works that way. ~ Jazz musician Clark Terry.   By Tom Robotham One of the most inspiring documentaries I’ve ever seen is Keep on Keepin’ On,...

Poverty as a Challenge, Not a Problem

By Philip Newswanger   The war on poverty is a battlefield strewn with corpses. Liberals, progressives and conservatives have tackled the moral, ethical, economic and social consequences of poverty and have died a metaphorical death because of their insane yet...
Why We Should Raise Minimum Wage

Why We Should Raise Minimum Wage

By John Horton I would like to respond to those who say that “raising minimum wages can’t work.” In today’s job market and economic environment, I find this “reality” to be highly irrational, illogical and immoral. And, I shall expand upon my reasons and logic for...
100 Craft Breweries Now in Virginia

100 Craft Breweries Now in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA –The Virginia Craft Brewers Guild announced today that the Commonwealth is now home to over 100 craft breweries. This important milestone was celebrated at the Guild’s annual meeting and Craft Beer Caucus legislative reception, attended by over 150...
WVEC’s Karen Hopkins Resigns

WVEC’s Karen Hopkins Resigns

By Jeff Maisey Karen Hopkins will part ways with WVEC 13 News on Friday, January 9 for a job as Public Information Officer with the Norfolk Sheriff’s Department.   “I was interviewing him the other day, and he mentioned the job,” Hopkins told Veer Magazine....
Green Flash to Break Ground October 13

Green Flash to Break Ground October 13

On Monday, October 13, Green Flash co-founders, Mike and Lisa Hinkley along with Brewmaster, Chuck Silva will host Virginia State Senator Jeffrey McWaters,  Secretary of Commerce and Trade, Maurice Jones and Virginia Beach Mayor William D. Sessoms at the official...