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Pediatric Health Talk (Extra): Speech for Success

Reading to your child is so important. A lack of literary exposure in the early years of life can lead children to be less phonologically aware. Phonological awareness is the ability to hear certain sounds and manipulate them. Children manipulate sounds by blending words, segmenting words, rhyming, and counting syllables. Studies have shown a child’s… Continue reading Pediatric Health Talk (Extra): Speech for Success

Pediatric Health Talk: Home Safety and Preparedness

Be aware of household dangers It’s no secret that children are curious by nature. There are many landmines in our homes that present dangers to children. Stairs, electrical outlets, stoves to name a few, but poisoning from household items is a major risk. Prevention Services Director, Amanda Oakes, of Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services says, “We now… Continue reading Pediatric Health Talk: Home Safety and Preparedness

GBU Movie Review: Suspiria

2018 R 2h 32min Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Thriller Director: Luca Guadagnino Cast: Dakota Johnson, Tilda Swinton, Chloë Grace Moretz, Mia Goth See it if you enjoy: Slow Burn, Disturbing Imagery, Artsy, Cults, Witches. The Witch, Hereditary, Mother!, Black Swan, Drag Me to Hell, The Evil Dead, The Haunting of Hill House. Skip it if you… Continue reading GBU Movie Review: Suspiria

The Purpose of Community Walks

Since becoming Chief of Police for the City of Danville in February of 2018, I have had two primary focus areas: to reduce violent crime and increase the community outreach efforts of the Danville Police Department. I have found Danville to be a great city that is open to new ideas, ideas that will only… Continue reading The Purpose of Community Walks

Showcase’s Guide to Spring and Summer Festivals

Warmer weather is finally here, and that means festival season is kicking into gear. Here is a list of festivals within 3 hours (give or take a few minutes) of Danville. Have fun. 21st Annual Full Frame Documentary Film Festival Date: April 5 Location: 318 Blackwell Street | Durham NC Price: Check Site Clarksville Lake… Continue reading Showcase’s Guide to Spring and Summer Festivals

An Attitude of Gratitude

Ever since the English settlers and the Native Americans of Plymouth Colony celebrated their meal together at what many call the First Thanksgiving, November has been a time to celebrate the things for which we are most thankful. For them it was thankfulness for a good harvest, for good relationships, for freedom to worship as… Continue reading An Attitude of Gratitude

Violence is an Epidemic Destroying Southern Virginia

If you listen to the well-informed leaders in our community, there are many issues facing Danville and surrounding areas. Turn in one direction and you’ll hear that obesity is the greatest health danger we face. Turn in another direction and it’s the school system. One leader will say it’s a lack of jobs, while others… Continue reading Violence is an Epidemic Destroying Southern Virginia

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Sady Doyle’s Age of Ultron Review is Killing the False Outrage Movement

One of my favorite websites, Wired.com, ran a movie review by Sady Doyle for The Avengers: Age of Ultron entitled “Age of Ultron is Proof Marvel is Killing the Popcorn Movie.” I did a quick web search and gathered that Sady has cornered the market with her unique false outrage reviews of superhero movies and… Continue reading Sady Doyle’s Age of Ultron Review is Killing the False Outrage Movement