On July 16, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is updating its number to 988. You will be able to call, text, or start an online chat through 988. When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. The current…… Continue Reading
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4th of July in Hampton Roads: 2022 Fireworks and Festival Guide
The 4th of July weekend is approaching! Make your plans now to enjoy firework displays and Independence Day celebrations throughout Hampton Roads. CHESAPEAKE: Sunday, July 3rd: Celebrate Freedom. Celebrate America’s Birthday with the U.S. Fleet Forces Band, providing stirring patriotic sounds. Following the concert, fireworks by Pyrotecnico will illuminate the dark sky after sunset. Bring your own…… Continue Reading
Norfolk Naval Shipyard Delivers U.S. Flags to Local Funeral Home in Honor of Flag Day
The Norfolk Naval Shipyard delivered 137 U.S. flags to a local funeral home to honor fallen veterans this Flag Day. The tradition began six years ago when Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) Veteran Employee Readiness Group partnered with Sturtevant Funeral Home to create the “Retire Your Flag Program.” Citizens are invited to bring flags no longer…… Continue Reading
Krispy Kreme Celebrates Graduates With Free Dozen Donuts; Here’s How To Get Yours
Krispy Kreme is celebrating this year’s high school and college seniors with a free dozen doughnuts on May 25th. Get a FREE Senior Day Dozen on 5/25/22 by visiting a Krispy Kreme shop and wearing or bringing something from the list below: Cap and gown with 2022 tassel, Class of 2022 apparel (t-shirt, sweatshirt, etc.),…… Continue Reading
Starbucks’ New Summer Drink is a Taste of Nostalgia
Summer is back at Starbucks. The popular coffee chain announced its new summer menu items on Tuesday (May 10th) and they include a Chocolate Cream Cold Brew and Lime-Frosted Coconut Bar. The Chocolate Cream Cold Brew is “inspired by nostalgic summer moments” and features Starbucks® Cold Brew topped with a chocolate cream cold-foam, and sweetened with…… Continue Reading
Service Member Spotlight: Petty Officer 1st Class Travis Duncan
A sailor from Floyd, Virginia, assigned to Public Works Department (PWD) Bahrain, Naval Facilities Engineering Command Europe Africa Central (NAVFAC EURFACENT), was recently recognized as Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Atlantic, Sea Sailor of the Year. Petty Officer 1st Class Travis Duncan joined the Navy to serve his country. “I joined the Navy because I…… Continue Reading
Mother’s Day 2022: Freebies and Restaurant Deals
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8th, and even though Moms may love saying “we have food to eat at home,” you can treat your mom to a meal out with these restaurant deals. Auntie Anne’s: Pretzel Perks members can take advantage of a buy one get one free pretzel from May 6 through May 8.…… Continue Reading
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo With These Food & Drink Deals
Happy Cinco de Mayo! The holiday, which marks Mexico’s 1862 victory over France in the Battle of Puebla, has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture across the U.S. To honor the occasion, restaurant chains, and brands are offering deals on tacos, drinks, and more on Thursday, May 5th. Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant The deal: $5…… Continue Reading
Service Member Spotlight: Religious Program Specialist 2nd Class Mya Figueroa
Religious Program Specialist 2nd Class Mya Figueroa, from Newport News, Virginia, prepares for a Catholic service in the chapel aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Mar. 9, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support…… Continue Reading
Chick-Fil-A Announces Return of Menu Item After 6 Year Hiatus
Spicy chicken fans rejoice. Chick-Fil-A is bringing back their Spicy Chicken Sandwich, 6 years after the menu item was discontinued. According to ChewBoom, it was last seen in 2016, and “features a breakfast portion of the brand’s boneless breast of chicken, seasoned with a spicy blend of peppers, freshly-breaded, pressure-cooked in 100% refined peanut oil…… Continue Reading