Category Archives: lifestyle

Festival of Grapes & Hops Winery Profile: Cooper Vineyards

Posted on August 13, 2012 by fortheloveofpetersburg

Cooper Vineyards is located in Central Virginia just a short drive from Richmond, Charlottesville or Fredericksburg.  The winery proudly boasts the first and currently only Platinum LEED certified tasting room on the East Coast.  Now with award-winning wines and an exciting … Continue reading →

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Chamber Internship Pays off for Recent VSU Graduate

Posted on May 25, 2012 by fortheloveofpetersburg

In November 2011, I had the honor to speak to a group of VSU Business Students on preparing to go into the business world.  Students worked on introductions, questions and other first impression qualities to help influence decision makers to … Continue reading →

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April marks Cancer Control Month

Posted on April 2, 2012 by fortheloveofpetersburg

By Dominique Vest VSU Public Relations Intern PREVENTION. EARLY DETECTION. TREATMENT. image courtesy of: shoprite.com Cancer is the second leading cause of illness and death in the United States What is cancer control? Cancer control month brings attention to advances … Continue reading →

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Its March! Get your plate in shape

Posted on March 7, 2012 by fortheloveofpetersburg

By Dominique Vest VSU Public Relations Intern   March is National Nutrition Month National Nutrition Month® is a campaign created annually by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This is a great way to reflect on your eating habitats and … Continue reading →

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