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Virginia Western and Total Action for Progress (TAP) Join Together to Offer Nurse Aide Training for Certification

For many, this training will be low to no cost, leading to an in-demand career in healthcare.

Nov 17, 2025
By: RKR

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Virginia Western and Total Action for Progress (TAP) Join Together to Offer Nurse Aide Training for Certification

For many, this training will be low to no cost, leading to an in-demand career in healthcare.

Nov 17, 2025
By: RKR

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Past Meets Present

Local museums are transforming the visitor experience with hands-on exhibits, cutting-edge technology and community-focused programming that bring history, science and

September 1, 2025

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The Race to Nowhere

Success is not measured in SAT scores and extracurriculars — break free from the overparenting trap with these great tips.

August 18, 2022

Amateur Designer’s Dream Condo

Michelle Anderson has used her 1,100 square-foot space to put the bounty of magazine clips, show ideas and advice into

June 12, 2012

Left: Bob Kinsey, 89, was a young man of 24 when, unseen to the 250 attendees at the dedication of the Mill Mountain Star, he turned on the lights as the mayor flipped a yet-to-be connected switch. (Photo by David Hungate)

Upper right: Roy Kinsey at work in his Kirk Avenue office, circa 1923.

Bottom: The infrastructure of the star was built to withstand winds of 100 mph, with an additional 30 percent safety factor. The star is actually three individual stars, as evidenced by this piece being lifted into place.

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As the Star Turns 65 Bob Kinsey Remembers Its First Day Like it Was Yesterday

Kinsey was a young man of 24 when, unseen to the attendees at the dedication, he turned on the Mill

November 6, 2014