We all need a helping hand sometimes. Jovani has lived in Galax for most of his life and is now raising a growing family in this beautiful corner of Southwest...
Once an educator, always an educator. For Susan Haynes, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited stores in Culpeper and Gainesville, Virginia, teaching used to mean working with children inside a classroom....
Blending Arts and Entrepreneurship for Something Beautiful
Stacy Barnette left a long career in pharmaceuticals to pursue a deep passion for arts and creative expression. But rather than looking for a role in a museum or gallery,...
Building a Future for Abingdon’s Youngest Learners
When the head of a beloved preschool announced her retirement, teachers and families were heartbroken at the thought of losing this cherished resource for children ages two to five years...
From Recovery to Results: Dr. Katie McKown’s Healing Story
Dr. Katie McKown is known for turning a challenge into an opportunity. At 17 years old, she was involved in a tragic car accident that resulted in the need to...
When Brad Hindman decided to open an auto repair business, he had no trouble coming up with a name that embodied his vision and brand. Mission Auto Repair, located in...
Danielle Fields named a 2025 Home Visitor of the Year
Danielle Fields, a CHIP Parent Educator/Training Specialist, has been recognized as a 2025 Home Visitor of the Year by the Institute for the Advancement of Family Support Professionals during National...
People Incorporated celebrates Financial Literacy Month with small dollar loans and free financial coaching
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, April 15, 2025 People Incorporated celebrates Financial Literacy Month with small dollar loans and free financial coaching People Incorporated is celebrating Financial Literacy Month this April...
Artistry By Taylor: How One Entrepreneur Turned Passion into a Thriving Business
Taylor from Strasburg, Virginia, had always dreamed of blending her passion for beauty with her entrepreneurial spirit. It all started in 2018 when she had scheduled an esthetician appointment. The...
From Uncertainty to Hope: How CHIP Helped Nik Navigate Parenthood
Nik from Bristol, Virginia, realized early on that his son Gideon was different. At an age when his other child was starting to talk, Gideon remained nonverbal, which led Nik...
