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Olde Towne Medical and Dental Center held a community baby shower on Wednesday in James City County, providing new and expecting Williamsburg-area mothers with resources and education on pregnancy health, postpartum care, and parenting, supported by local community organizations. The event, aiming to give mothers a good start and address challenges like financial struggles or lack of support, is intended to become an annual offering focusing on the importance of support and education, particularly for vulnerable populations.

Jamestown High freshman Jonathan Grimm, 15, won the Run the DOG Street Challenge 5K on April 19 in Williamsburg with a time of 14:45, setting state and Colonial Road Runners age group records for 15-19 year olds. Daniel Ferrante finished second in 14:59, and Adam Otstot was third in 15:43. Bethany Spector won the women’s race in 17:34, followed by Emma Rogers (17:41) and Emily Honeycutt (18:48). David Angell had the fastest men’s Masters time of 16:03, breaking the race 45-49 record. Age group records were also broken by Stephen Chantry (men’s 70-74), Kenneth Mitchell (men’s 80-84), and Connie Glueck (women’s 60-64). The 16th annual race was held on a course through downtown and Colonial Williamsburg with 929 finishers in the 5K run. Grimm donated his prize money to the race charity, Habitat for Humanity.

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture in Richmond opened a new exhibit titled “Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation” last month. The exhibit focuses on Virginia’s key role in the American Revolution through historical artifacts, documents, art, and immersive experiences. It highlights the contributions of founding figures and other Virginians, exploring different perspectives on freedom. The exhibit runs through January 4, 2026, as part of the state’s commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary. A mobile version of the exhibit will travel across Virginia through 2027.

A retired couple needs help paying off $7,000 in credit card debt accumulated from medical bills and necessities, a common problem for older Americans facing rising costs. Savvy Senior recommends creating a budget and seeking financial assistance programs. Advise calling card companies to ask for lower interest rates or payment plans. Encourage paying more than the minimum balance to reduce principal debt faster. Suggest choosing a debt repayment strategy by focusing on the highest interest rate card or the smallest balance card first. Consider consolidating debt with a low-interest loan or a balance transfer credit card. Recommend using a nonprofit credit counseling agency for a debt management plan to negotiate with lenders.