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By TQ BONNER In the world of high fashion, there are individuals whose personal style transcends trends, captivating the industry’s attention and leaving a lasting impression.  Among them is Quin Lewis, a Virginia native whose extraordinary journey from an ordinary life to becoming a fashion sensation has not only turned heads but also inspired many. …

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Time For Some Action Newport News, Virginia, has faced the harsh reality of three school shootings between 2021 and 2023, resulting in four injuries and the tragic loss of a 17-year-old. Heritage High School, grappling with the aftermath, has sadly witnessed multiple students falling victim to gun violence over the past six years. Shockingly, a …

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Open Letter To My Neighborhood Story by TQ BONNER As the owner of a rather particular Rottweiler named Ziggy, I’ve grown accustomed to the challenges of his selective social circle. Ziggy Prefers to be alone. There is a careful screening process when it comes to new friends. This has led to humorous interactions with our …

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Story by TQ BONNER In a candid and revealing interview, I sat down with a black police officer who remained anonymous. Let’s not call it an interview. It was more of a Conversation. The officer was okay with me taking notes, but no recordings, no video. Our Conversation was about the officer’s experiences and perspectives, …

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How a City Raised Him to Be Violent. Story by TQ BONNER NEWPORT NEWS, Va: The recent shooting of a teacher by her 6-year-old student at Richneck Elementary School has sent shockwaves across the nation. As media outlets flock to this small city seeking answers, the grim reality is that this tragedy represents the culmination of more profound societal …

Innocence Lost: Tragic Story of the 6-Year-Old Boy Who Shot His Teacher. Read More »

Breaking the Ice: Initiating Conversations on Love and Relationships with Your Children Story by TQ BONNER Navigating the intricacies of discussing relationships and love with our children has become increasingly convoluted in our current times. In the early 2000s, I conversed straightforwardly with my kids, using simple terms like “man” and “woman” to describe relationships. …

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