She hit rock bottom in 2016. Now, she runs a successful local salon focused on plant-based haircare.
Meet Akyra Thompson, a local woman who overcame tremendous barriers to launch a successful plant-based hair salon in Williamsburg.
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Shop Local: 11 small businesses you can support this holiday season
It's Small Business Saturday, but every day is a good day to shop locally.
Virginia is about to elect its first woman of color for lieutenant governor. Here’s a closer look at the two candidates.
History will soon be made in the Commonwealth.
Charles Evered, screenwriter and local resident, aims to bring artist residency for veterans to the Peninsula
Evered and his wife, Jacqueline, moved to Williamsburg in June. Now, they're working on plans to build a small waterfront artist residency in Mathews County, dedicated to those who serve.
NAMIWalks Williamsburg to return with in-person walk on Saturday to raise mental health awareness
The walk is the largest fundraiser of the year for the organization.
