Senator Angelia Williams Graves

10/14/2026

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of visiting Centura College Norfolk Campus.
Thank you to the incredible staff for taking the time to meet with me and discuss enrollment, career opportunities, and the importance of technical education in our community.

I believe that success doesn’t just have one path. Not everyone chooses to attend a four-year university, and that's okay! Trade schools and technical programs provide valuable opportunities for individuals to gain hands-on experience, develop marketable skills, and build successful careers.
It's important that we continue supporting educational pathways that prepare our residents for the workforce and create opportunities for a brighter future.

To learn more about Centura College and its programs, visit https://centuracollege.edu (https://centuracollege.edu/).

Centura College offers hands-on trade school programs in healthcare and the skilled trades, with campuses in Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Newport News, VA.

10/14/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome local government leaders from across the Commonwealth to Norfolk for the 2026 Virginia Municipal League (VML) Conference!

I was honored to speak with attendees about the importance of prioritizing safety in our communities. Whether it’s our neighborhoods, schools, roadways, or public spaces, every Virginian deserves to feel safe where they live, work, and raise their families.

Creating safer communities requires collaboration, thoughtful policies, and a shared commitment from leaders at every level of government.

Thank you to VML for the opportunity to be part of this year’s conference! 💙

10/12/2026

Happy Monday!

Every day is an opportunity to move with purpose and build something meaningful. The impact we make isn’t always immediate, but it grows through consistency, intention, and commitment to what matters most.

The future is shaped by what we choose to do today.

10/12/2026

Today, we honor Indigenous peoples and recognize the history, cultures, and resilience of Native American communities.

We reflect on the importance of respect, awareness, and continued learning as we uplift Indigenous voices and contributions.

10/10/2026

t was truly special to return to my alma mater for the Inaugural Booker T. Washington Legacy Gala.

Booker T. Washington High School is more than a school to me. It’s part of my story, and I’m proud to be among the many graduates who carry its legacy with us wherever life takes us.

It was a wonderful evening celebrating the history, accomplishments, and excellence of generations of graduates who have helped shape our community. Our legacy is something worth celebrating, preserving, and passing on to the next generation.

10/08/2026

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Norview High School community during this difficult time. 💙

Gun violence has no place in our schools or communities. Now, more than ever, we must stand united and take meaningful action to protect our youth.
Our children deserve to learn and grow without fear. Together, let’s build a a safer community.

10/07/2026

It was a pleasure attending the annual Senior Fest, hosted by Norfolk Sheriff, Joe Baron.

This meaningful event brings seniors from across Hampton Roads together for a day filled with valuable community resources, local vendors, inspiring keynote speakers, a luncheon, and recognition of our veterans and community members who continue to make a lasting impact.

10/07/2026

Hundreds of thousands of Virginians are depending on Sentara and Anthem to find a path forward. This is bigger than a contract dispute, it is about access to care, financial security, and the real people who will feel the consequences if an agreement is not reached.

I have called on Anthem to return to the negotiating table with a reasonable counterproposal and for both parties to exhaust every possible option toward a resolution.

Medical costs already bankrupt individuals and families. People should not become collateral damage in a contract negotiation.

The stakes are too high to accept anything less than a good-faith effort to reach an agreement.

10/05/2026

Hampton Roads residents—your voice matters.
A public hearing regarding the proposed Dominion Energy–NextEra merger will be held on Wednesday, October 7, from 6–8 PM at Christopher Newport University.

📍 Freeman-Gaines Theatre
1 University Place, Newport News, VA

No advance registration is required. Residents who wish to speak are encouraged to arrive at least 15 minutes early and notify SCC staff.
Stay informed. Stay engaged. Make your voice heard.

10/05/2026

Happy Monday!

We all shape the future of our communities. The work we do today lays the foundation for the possibilities of tomorrow. Action creates momentum, and momentum creates change. Take charge and create the change that you want to see.

Let’s move with intention, serve with purpose, and continue creating spaces that others can grow and thrive in.