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VPCC STUDENT SUCCEEDS IN PARALEGAL PROGRAM

Molly Grazier graduated from Virginia Peninsula Community College (VPCC) with an associate degree in Paralegal Studies.

She found a fulfilling job as a part-time deputy clerk at a local courthouse, which she loves.

After moving from Texas, she initially struggled at VPCC, trying a physics program that wasn’t a good fit.

Switching to the Paralegal Studies program made a significant positive difference in her academic performance and happiness.

Grazier co-founded the MOOT club at VPCC to help students prepare for government and law careers.

She is described by a professor as a compassionate advocate and a natural leader who helps her classmates.

She plans to complete a business degree at VPCC and hopes to transfer to William & Mary for further studies, including potentially law school.

Grazier now strongly advocates for community college as a valuable pathway for students.

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VPCC Paralegal Student Finds Right Fit

LOW GAS PRICES MARK SUMMER START

AAA reports low crude oil prices are benefiting drivers with lower gas costs.
The national average is $3.16, down three cents from last week and matching a month ago.
Prices are expected to remain lower than last summer.
The Atlantic hurricane season is a wild card that could cause temporary price spikes.
New EIA data shows increased gasoline demand last week.
Domestic gasoline supply decreased slightly, while production rose.
Virginia’s average price is $2.98, lower than last week and month.
Hampton Roads prices are $2.99, down significantly from a year ago.

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AAA: Low-key Fuel Prices Usher in Unofficial Start of Summer

U.S. Sen. Mark Warner discussed affordable housing needs and potential solutions at a community roundtable in Williamsburg on Thursday. Warner proposed ideas including simplifying historic tax credits, incentivizing renovation of blighted homes, supporting first-generation homebuyers, and encouraging building near religious properties. Over 40 local leaders attended to hear Warner’s ideas on increasing housing supply and helping homeowners. Participants also discussed negative perceptions associated with the term “affordable housing.”

CELESTE KELLOGG TO OPEN FOR THE BAND PERRY AT WILLIAMSBURG LIVE

Singer-songwriter Celeste Kellogg is confirmed to open for The Band Perry.
This performance will take place on Saturday, June 21.
It is part of the Williamsburg Live event on The Lawn of the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg.
Kellogg is a local Nashville recording artist with a mix of country and classic rock influences.
The Band Perry are Grammy Award winners known for hits like “If I Die Young”.
The Band Perry recently reunited original band members plus a new addition.
Williamsburg Live also features The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA on June 20.
The Beach Boys will close the festival weekend on June 22.
Tickets for Williamsburg Live are available online, by phone, and in person.

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Update: Celeste Kellogg to Open for The Band Perry at Williamsburg Live

Preservation Virginia is set to receive $8 million from the state of Virginia for flood mitigation efforts at Historic Jamestowne after losing a $300,000 federal grant. The state funding, intended to protect the endangered 400-year-old site from climate change-related flooding, will be disbursed through James City County and requires approval from the Board of Supervisors at a June 10 meeting.

The Virginia Institute of Marine Science will host its annual Marine Science Day on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its Gloucester Point campus, offering the public free exhibits, tours, and activities to learn about marine science.

Bethany Spector set a women’s course record with a time of 29:39 at the Yorktown Freedom Run Memorial Day 8K on May 26.
Andrew Taylor won the men’s overall race in 26:16.
Favorable cool, overcast weather contributed to nine age group records falling at the event.
The race served as the second competition in the 3-Club Challenge series involving local running clubs.
Colonial Road Runners won the age-graded team competition at the Yorktown race.
Race proceeds benefited the Yorktown Rotary Foundation for youth activities and community service.
The USATF-certified course on Yorktown Battlefield included three hills and a fallen tree obstacle.
150 runners completed the 8K race.

WILLIAMSBURG BOTANICAL GARDEN LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

Web Development Technology Partners developed a new website for the Williamsburg Botanical Garden.
The garden’s board president requested the redesign project.
The update included website construction, email assistance, online payments, and forms.
A highlight is a new digital and printable year-round map of the garden.
The website aims to improve user navigation and understanding of garden offerings.
It also seeks to ease the workload for garden volunteers.
WDTP enjoyed working on this local community project.

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New Website Launched for Williamsburg Botanical Garden

GROVE TROTTER 5K/10K RUN REGISTRATION OPEN

Registration is now open for the 5th Annual Grove Trotter 5K/10K Bridge Run.
Hosted by Grove Christian Outreach Center, the event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 11.
The paved route starts at Chickahominy Riverfront Park and crosses the Chickahominy River Bridge.
Proceeds fund essential services for local families in need, like food and financial aid.
The race is a Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix event, welcoming all levels.
The 10K begins at 9 am and the 5K at 9:10 am.
Registration fees increase after August 30 and again on race day.
All participants get a medal and t-shirt; register by Oct. 3 for guaranteed shirt size.
Entry fees are non-refundable, and the event is rain or shine.

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Registration Open for 5th Annual Grove Trotter 5K/10K Bridge Run