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Armed Forces Brewing Co. CEO alleges efforts to undermine business amid Norfolk departure

The CEO of Armed Forces Brewing Co. alleged efforts to derail the business led to the company leaving Norfolk, but financial documents suggest a company with yearslong financial troubles.

Armed Forces Brewing Co. has closed its Norfolk taproom and production facility, according to a March 6 announcement from CEO Alan Beal. (Kendall Warner / The Virginian-Pilot)

The rally was one of thousands of events held around the world focused on women's rights, equality and empowerment. Attended by mostly women of all ages from across Hampton Roads, the protest included tongue-lashings of President Donald Trump, advisor Elon Musk and U.S. Rep. Jen Kiggans, who represents Virginia's 2nd District.

International Women’s Day protest draws roughly 100 people to Virginia Beach’s Town Center

The money will go to Marvin Bazemore Jr., the only surviving child of murder victim Alicia Hereford. Bazemore wasn't in court Friday because he was jailed earlier this week on multiple drugs and weapons charges.

$250,000 found in Norfolk murder victim’s car being turned over to her son

Brothers Donald Hand Jr. and Damien Robinson are having amazing seasons at different levels. Hand is a star player for Boston College, while Robinson, a freshman, took Landstown High to the Class 6 state semifinals.

Larry Rubama: Landstown’s longtime coach marvels at success of his sons during special season

Since October, Commonwealth Catholic Charities has taken on 96 cases, a total of 378 refugees coming to Virginia from places like Afghanistan, Eritrea, Syria and Ukraine. The nonprofit is still assisting 60 families with things like rental payments while they look for work.

Virginia nonprofit ceases refugee resettlement program in wake of federal cuts

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