Bigs in Blue

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with Kera Ritter of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Posted Dec 23, 2016

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In some communities, there is a sense of distrust in the criminal justice system. Bigs in Blue, an initiative of Big Brothers Big Sisters, is a program that aims to ease tensions with police through mentoring. With Kera Ritter, President and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Chesapeake. Visit Big Brothers Big Sisters of America on the web, on Facebook or follow on Twitter.

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First Night Alexandria

First Night Alexandria - 4:26

Yolanda Vazquez talks with Marilyn Patterson, Executive Director for First Night Alexandria Inc. They discuss First night Alexandria that will take place December 31^st throughout Old Town Alexandria. For more information on First Night Alexandria, visit their website.

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Census 2020: Accuracy Counts

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More than 23 million Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders live in the U.S. For this largely immigrant population, barriers toward an accurate count for the U.S. Census include language, poverty and education.
Terry Minnis of Asian Americans Advancing Justice – AAJC shares how — as Census 2020 approaches — her organization is engaging AAPI communities to push for increased participation.

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Empowering People with the Tools They Need

Empowering People with the Tools They Need - 4:13

Yolanda Vazquez talks with James L. M. Taylor, President and CEO, United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg. They discuss United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg’s Steps to Success.

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Largest Lyme Run in the Country

Largest Lyme Run in the Country - 4:51

Yolanda Vazquez speaks with Veronica Hohenstein, Volunteer with FinishLyme 5K about the 9th Annual Finish Lyme 5K to be held May 19th at Fairfax Corner.

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