by Graham Moomaw, Virginia Mercury Virginia’s 45-day early voting window began Friday for the June 18 primaries that will set the stage for the state’s U.S. Senate race as well as a handful of competitive races for seats in the U.S. House of Representatives. Republicans are choosing a nominee to challenge U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, […]
National Fentanyl Awareness Day is a day of action for community members to come together to ensure we understand the risks of fentanyl, educate their family and friends, and learn how to take steps to prevent overdose deaths. Join other community members in learning more about fentanyl and its harmful effects. The fentanyl crisis impacts […]
by Nathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury Following the strong reaction to the Israel-Hamas war across the country, some Virginia colleges and universities are still responding to last week’s series of on-campus demonstrations that resulted in dozens of students’ arrests and lingering questions about upcoming graduation ceremonies. Some of the most notable Virginia protests that led to arrests […]
Renowned financial educator and author Ash Cash is proud to announce the release of his latest book, The Illmatic Investor: From Hip-Hop to High Returns – The Art of Building Wealth through Stocks, Startups, and Strategic Investments Inspired by Nas & His Queensbridge Venture Fund. This groundbreaking work combines the teachings of hip-hop icon Nas with […]
Mark your calendars in May for these upcoming events! Take a Sip of History Learn some history at this upcoming event on Wednesday, May 1, 6:30 – 8:30 pm at Water’s End Brewery in Lake Ridge. Join staff from Prince William Forest Park and Prince William Office of Historic Preservation for this Take a Sip of History event on […]
Author Otis Gatlin has partnered with Publishing Advantage Group to launch a groundbreaking book titled The Mortgage Manual: Guide to Homebuying to Fix America’s Housing Crisi. This insightful guide offers a fresh perspective on the housing market, providing readers with expert advice and practical solutions to navigate the complexities of homebuying. This groundbreaking book not only […]
Joseph Green, Founder and CEO of MyFiLi.com, a revolutionary ed-tech platform, is proud to announce its official launch today. This innovative platform leverages the power of AI to make financial literacy accessible and engaging for families, schools, and nonprofits. The need for financial literacy education has never been greater. In the United States alone, the average […]
by Charlie Paulin, Virginia Mercury President Joe Biden stopped by Prince William Forest Park in Triangle on Monday, as the country celebrated Earth Day, to tout two initiatives to combat climate change: expanding solar access and creating jobs to fuel America’s environmental efforts. Called the Solar for All program, Biden told the crowd that families could save […]
by Nathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury Two Virginia school divisions are slated to launch a pilot program intended to help reduce youth involvement in gangs and violent behaviors with guns but it’s unclear if the initiative will be fully funded, as lawmakers go back to the drawing board to work up a new state spending plan. […]
If anyone wonders why today’s Black women need a health book geared specifically to them, look no further than BLACK WOMEN’S WELLNESS: Your “I’ve Got This!” Guide to Health, Sex & Phenomenal Living (Sounds True; $26.99). The author, Dr. Melody T. McCloud, is an obstetrician-gynecologist, public speaker, and experienced all-media consultant. Notably endorsed by musician, Pauletta Washington […]
