There is no more fitting venue to visit during Independence Day weekend than the Commonwealth’s tribute to military veterans and active service members. The Paul and Phyllis Galanti Education Center and C. Kenneth Wright Pavilion will be open for self-guided tours…
by Shamaree Cromartie Blood Disorders Program Coordinator, Virginia Department of Health You have just delivered your baby and are adjusting to the many surprises of parenthood when you receive a call from the pediatrician.…
Because a number of public and private pools will remain closed or have reduced hours this summer, many families are looking for new ways to stay cool. In fact, backyard pool sales are surging. But with COVID-19 dominating the minds…
On Tuesday, June 9, Governor Northam and state Superintendent James Lane announced Virginia’s “Return to School” guidance. The guidance asks school divisions to consider important aspects of reopening beyond instruction including social-emotional support and opportunities to promote equity. Voices for…
On the RFM Bookshelf, members of the RFM team share books they’ve recently enjoyed. Maybe you will, too! It’s difficult to categorize Sing, Unburied, Sing, so I’ll say this: It is my favorite book of 2019. One of my proudest…
As the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is encouraging the public to make hearing protection a priority by taking some basic precautionary measures at fireworks, festivals, parades, and other events. Many traditional Fourth of…
This 17-minute segment from VeggieTales co-creator Phil Vischer at HolyPost.com is ideal for families with kids ages ten and up. Slavery ended in America with the stroke of a pen in 1865, but the 13th Amendment and the subsequent celebration of…
Voices for Virginia’s Children along with Families Forward and the Virginia PTA announced the results of its parent survey on child care. The survey, offered in English and Spanish, was conducted May 12-17 and had 880 responses from parents and…
Squirrels partnering with Elephant Insurance to recognize individuals in the area making a positive difference The Richmond Flying Squirrels and Elephant Insurance have launched the Community All-Star of the Week program, and they are turning to fans for help in…
Riverfront Canal Cruises is releasing a new 360-degree video featuring a virtual canal boat tour with a historic narrative. The narration from one of our most-experienced batteau drivers touches on the SOLs for Virginia Studies and US History to 1865,…
