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Local Poets Share Their Stories at The Virginia Festival of the Book

During this year’s annual Virginia Festival of the Book Festival, three local poets, Janine Joseph, Gregory Orr, and Kiki Petrosino shared their stories during an event titled “The Turning Point: Shaping a Poetic Life.” The Virginia Festival of the Book has defined its purpose as “bringing together writers and readers to promote and celebrate books, […]

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Warrior-Scholar Project in North Carolina

In summer 2022, veterans and current military students participated in the Warrior-Scholar Project at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-Chapel Hill). Warrior-Scholar Project (WSP) is a nonprofit organization that equips service members and veterans for success in higher education.  According to the Warrior-Scholar Project website, they “host intensive, one- and two-week college-preparatory […]

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Fast fashion is out, sustainability is in

Darling x Dashing Boutique on Charlottesville’s downtown mall is a hub for quality pre-loved clothes, some still with original tags. Dashing is the year-old, masculine counterpart to already-established Darling Boutique. Patrons are supporting over 100 local artisans of self-care products, giftable tchotchkes, and fashionable accessories in addition to shopping for clothes more intentionally.  The entire […]

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Editor’s Note

When I first began attending PVCC, I was 16, a dual-enrollment student, and didn’t really know what I wanted out of a college experience. However, I was certain that I had a passion for writing and wanted to pursue it. During my first semester, I earned my first three credits in ENG 111. The following […]

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