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November 8, 2018

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Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation accused of race discrimination

Wednesday, Nov 7

A former employee is suing the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, saying she faced years of racial discrimination at the state agency. Laura Hill, 44, worked part-time at the Jamestown Settlement — one of the region’s biggest tourist attractions — for 12 years until being fired in October.

Glad You Asked: Fort Monroe's Dog Beach — it's just one big landfill

Laura Bell queried The Daily Press’ “Glad You Asked” feature about a month ago to find out what happened to Dog Beach at Fort Monroe, why was it closed and will it ever be reopened to the public? Turns out, the secluded beach once popular with locals and canines is a former landfill.

Newport News mayor town hall discusses efforts with crime, rehashes disagreement over City Farm

Newport News Mayor McKinley Price hosted his first town hall event Wednesday.

Virginia Living Museum ready with oysters and beer; PFAC hosts wine and silent auction fundraiser

The Virginia Living Museum in Newport News is getting ready for its annual Oyster Roast fundraiser, which even features a specialty beer infused with oysters.

Pictures: World War I boom town targeted by resentful servicemen after Nov. 11 victory parade

World War I boom town targeted by resentful servicemen after Nov. 11 victory parade