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January 21, 2019

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Less violence, more job training: A new approach pays off at Virginia’s juvenile prison

Friday, Jan 18

Guards are called “residential supervisors,” and most problems are settled with a chat called a “circle-up.” One veteran staffer was skeptical of changes — but now she says, “I see it working.”

Newport News center for sexual assault survivors modifies schedule in shutdown

Nonprofits reliant on federal funding have made adjustments in the government shutdown. The Center for Sexual Assault Survivors in Newport News reduced hours, but is trying to maintain the same quality of service.

Southern Christian Leadership Conference hosts Martin Luther King parade Sunday

Very cold weather is in the forecast for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday — but events honoring the slain civil rights activist will go forward.

Former Newport News Vice Mayor remembered for his persistence, loyalty

Joseph Whitaker, a former Vice Mayor of Newport News, died Jan. 8.

Hampton church loses its lease, relocates to sister site in Newport News

At their final service in Hampton, Waters Edge Church members wrote short sentiments of reflection on a wall in the sanctuary. The building is slated to be demolished.