Conversations in the Community announces upcoming events

During the next several weeks, Conversations in the Community has announced several events throughout the Northern Virginia areas: Virtual Conversation:  Join our virtual conversation on Thursday, April 21st at 7:30 p.m. EST“We Have Not Arrived:  Apathy in the African American Community.”  We will discuss the contemporary challenges of racism in social systems such as housing, education and politics […]

Governor Signs McClellan Bill to Help Virginians Reduce Health Costs Care Through State Exchange

New Law Will Provide Virginians with Information on How to Save Money Through Enrolling in Virginia Health Benefit Exchange  On Friday, April 8, Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-Virginia) signed Sen. Jennifer McClellan’s  (D-Richmond) bill to provide more Virginians with information about how to save money on their health care under the state-based health exchange. The new […]

Offensive changes lead to same results for Rampage

Turnovers, questionable officiating leads another loss for the Rampage Among the gray skies at Chuck Coles Memorial Stadium in Dumfries on Saturday, there was a sense of optimism in the air as the Northern Virginia Rampage returned home to face the DMV Knights. The reason being was the introduction of new offensive coordinator Dennis Cornwell, […]

Governor Signs McClellan/McQuinn Bill to Preserve Historic African-American Cemeteries

Bill Would Allow Woodland Cemetery and Other Cemeteries Created From 1900-1948 to Qualify for State Funding On Thursday, Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) signed Sen. Jennifer McClellan’s (D-Richmond) and Del. Delores McQuinn’s (D-Richmond) bills (SB 477 and HB 140) to expand eligibility for state-funded restoration and preservation of historic African-American cemeteries to include cemeteries opened between […]

Entrepreneur Turned Wellness Specialist Launches Program to Help Individuals Reduce Stress

Certified Executive Trainer Denecia Jones is helping entrepreneurs and professionals achieve the ideal work-life balance through her life-changing Balance Within Coaching four-tier coaching program that allows participants to identify root causes of stressors and create healthy solutions. Through the four steps of Self Discovery, Confidence and Communication, Propel North, and Dream Warrior, individuals will undertake a holistic […]