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Studying & debunking Civil War myths

"Race, Slavery and the Civil War: The Tough Stuff of American History and Memory," a conference coming to Norfolk State University, will feature panelists talking about events leading up to the war and the conflict itself, then discussions with the audience.

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Dog owners bite back on dog park fees

As of Jan. 1, dog owners who visit the parks at Chesapeake City Park or Western Branch Community Center must fork over $10 to the city for a year’s membership. Additional dogs from the same family are $5. Or a pass for a one-time visit is $5.

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