Virginia Beach, Va. – The 22nd annual India Fest, hosted by local nonprofit group, the Asian Indians of Hampton Roads (AIHR), will take place at the Virginia Beach Convention Center on Saturday, Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. The free event draws more than 10,000 attendees each year and proceeds from sponsorships benefit various charities and disaster relief programs.

India Fest features all-day activities and entertainment, including Bollywood dance performances, yoga demos, and an Indian bazaar with clothing, jewelry and other vendors. Children can participate in essay writing, poetry, art and Lego competitions and more; more information about these contests can be found at www.aihr.org. (more…)

Cold Spring, Ky. (For Immediate Release) – DAV (Disabled American Veterans) announced today that registration is open for its 2017 DAV 5K National Race Series in the following host cities: Atlanta; Boston; Cincinnati; San Antonio; Newport News, Virginia; and Tulsa, Oklahoma. The DAV 5K is a run, walk, roll and motorcycle ride that thanks those who served and raises awareness of the issues our ill and injured veterans face every day. (more…)

WHAT: The Virginia Beach Community Development Corporation is hosting the grand opening of The Spot at Lake Edward, a new space that serves as a neighborhood hub for families. The goal of the townhouse, located at the end of a cul-de-sac on Pickering Street in Virginia Beach, is to engage neighbors, strengthen community bonds and provide a safe and secure environment for all residents. (more…)

WHAT: More than 2,000 students from across Hampton Roads and Northampton County will gather for ACCESS College Commitment Day to celebrate their decision to further their education. 1,200 participated in the inaugural event in 2016. Since 1988, ACCESS has helped more than 55,000 students go to college by guiding families in South Hampton Roads and Northampton County through the admission and financial aid processes. During the high energy, one-hour long program on the arena floor, students, some of whom will be the first in their families to go to college, will share their excitement about this important step in their future on social media using #CatchMeInCollege2017.

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Virginia Beach, VA – What’s more adorable: a puppy in a party hat or a canine with a cupcake? This year, Care-A-Lot is inviting the public to bring their furry friends to help celebrate the 70th dog year anniversary of their Pet Lovers’ Extravaganza featuring DockDogs. (more…)

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Virginia Beach, Va. – The Virginia Beach Rescue Squad Foundation is pleased to announce the following individuals on its 2017 Board of Directors:

Charles R. Malbon, Jr. – Chair

John “Bruddy” M. Baillio – President

C.J. “Skip” Smith, III – Vice President

John A. Gill – Treasurer

Alice F. Ruffin – Secretary

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Virginia Beach, Va. – The Virginia Beach Rescue Squad Foundation has announced the following recipients of the 2017 Langhorne & Pulley Memorial Scholarship: (more…)

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Virginia Beach, Va. – The Virginia Beach Rescue Squad Foundation is pleased to announce 2017 grant awards totaling more than $100,000 to the following entities within the Volunteer Rescue Squads of Virginia Beach: (more…)