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Elisha Barnes and Pop Son Farm Featured in New Documentary

The post emphasizes the importance of preserving family history for future generations. It introduces a 24-minute documentary featuring Elisha Barnes and Pop Son Farm in Virginia, showcasing Elisha’s faith, work ethic, and his role in sharing the family’s farming legacy, including the tradition of shock-curing peanuts. The documentary goes beyond farming to highlight the Barnes family’s roots and values. The family encourages members to watch, reflect, and share the documentary with younger generations to keep their stories alive, inviting memories and thoughts about their agricultural heritage.

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Women’s History Month Family Spotlight: Delores Aldailer Barham-Owes-Richter-Smith

We are proud to recognize Delores Aldailer Barham-Owes-Richter-Smith, a woman whose determination, courage, and entrepreneurial spirit helped break barriers in Norfolk, Virginia. Daughter of George Bingham Barham and Christine Barnes Barham.Granddaughter of Bingham Barham—George Preston Brett and Mary Eliza Barham; Christine Barnes—Lewis D. Barnes and Elizabeth J. Cotton.Great-grandparents were Bingham Barham—Andew Barham and Ann Kindred;

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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Aurelia (Dillard) Smith

Today, we are proud to highlight Aurelia (Dillard) Smith, whose life journey spans military service, counseling, faith-based leadership, and now the pursuit of medicine. Her story reflects a deep dedication to service and a lifelong commitment to supporting individuals and communities. Aurelia’s path has taken her across the country and around the world through military

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Sending Strength and Support to Prince Arthur Lamison

Family, we are asking everyone to keep one of our own in your prayers and thoughts. Prince Arthur Lamison has suffered injuries connected to the Iran war. While stationed on base in Saudi Arabia, a drone struck the base where he was located. He is currently undergoing a long recovery and has completed his third

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Women’s History Month Family Spotlight Series Featuring Tamika Lamison

We try not to flood everyone’s inbox too often. Most of the time, we like to send updates when there is something meaningful to share and give everyone a little breathing room in between. However, this month you may hear from us a bit more than usual. Why? Because we are excited to celebrate Women’s

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Rev. Elisha Barnes Receives Black Excellence Impact Award

We are proud to share news of a special honor received by Elisha Barnes. On Saturday in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Rev. Barnes was recognized during the Black History Black Excellence Black Tie Affair, which celebrated its 100th Anniversary. The event honors individuals who have sustained excellence and made lasting contributions to their communities. The award

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Introducing the Barnes Blow Family Newsletter

It’s been two years since we last gathered, and oh, how we’ve missed you! In that time, so much has happened in all of our lives. Now more than ever, we believe it’s time to reconnect, reflect, and celebrate our beautiful Barnes Blow family.

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