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Blog, News, Teleworking

Teleworking has become a mainstay in the modern work environment, providing flexibility and efficiency for employees around the world. To maximize productivity and maintain seamless communication, utilizing the right tools…
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Blog, Teleworking

Telecommuting offers the flexibility to work from the comfort of your home, but it also presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to balancing family responsibilities with work demands. Striking…
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Blog, Teleworking

In the era of teleworking, managing your time effectively is crucial for maintaining productivity and work-life balance. The flexibility of remote work can be both a blessing and a curse…
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A family rides bikes down a treelined dirt path
Blog, News

In our fast-paced, stress-laden lives, finding an effective way to unwind and rejuvenate is more important than ever. While there are countless strategies to manage stress, one stands out for…
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A group of bicyclists ride down a road
Blog, News

Happy Bike Month! As you dust off your favorite set of two wheels to join us in celebrating Bike Month this May, it’s important to have a quick refresher of…
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Blog, Carpooling, News

Spring is finally here, and with it comes the annual ritual of spring cleaning. While we often focus on tidying up our homes, it’s also essential to give some love…
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A group of people hold shovels of dirt at the site of a new telework center
Blog, News

Ground was broken on Feb. 20, 2024, for a new Telework Center in King and Queen County that is anticipated to be a hub for economic development on the Middle…
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A woman smiles from the passenger seat of a car
Blog, Carpooling, News

What if ridesharing to work appeals to you but giving up that “me time” in the car doesn’t. Have the best of both worlds with these ideas that let you…
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Blog, Carpooling, News

Raise your hand if you like to save money. Even carpooling one day a week, adds up. You save by: Splitting Costs: By carpooling, you can share the costs of…
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Blog, Carpooling, News

Carpooling can be a great way to save money, reduce traffic, and lower carbon emissions. Here are some safety tips for carpooling: Verify participants: Make sure you know and trust…
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MidPenRideShare is a free service operated by the Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission for residents, workers, commuters, and tourists in Virginia’s Middle peninsula (Counties of Essex, Gloucester, King and Queen, King William, Mathews, and Middlesex and the towns of Tappahannock, Urbanna, and West Point).
The Commission has partnered with the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) and their Virginia-wide ConnectingVA program to provide free ridematching to find carpools, vanpools, and all forms of public transportation, trip planning, and information on park-and-ride lots, bike share services, electric vehicle charging stations, and rewards.