A Star in the Classroom: Southern Values & ABC 13 Shine a Light on January’s Classroom Hero

Heart of Virginia January 2024 Classroom Hero

Continuing the tradition of ABC 13’s “Classroom Hero” program, we’re thrilled to recognize Mrs. Kathryn Sharpe as our January 2024 honoree! This dedicated teacher in the Heart of Virginia truly goes above and beyond for her students. Here’s how to nominate your Classroom Hero: The Rewards of Recognition: Each month’s winning teacher will be surprised […]

Southern Team Subaru Warms Winter Hearts

On a heartwarming Saturday, January 20th, 2024, the Subaru Love Promise found its fulfillment through a collaborative effort with Operation Warm. The Southern Team Subaru, in a compassionate initiative, procured sufficient winter coats to extend warmth and comfort to 480 children, friends, and neighbors facing urgent needs. No bureaucratic hurdles, no paperwork, just a genuine […]

Southern Auto Group’s Enduring Partnership with Hope House Foundation

In the spirit of community advocacy and empowerment, the Southern Auto Group has forged a lasting alliance with the Hope House Foundation. For many years, this collaboration has played a pivotal role in supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, enabling them to lead fulfilling lives in the comfort of their own homes or apartments, […]

Southern Auto Group Continues to Kick It with Chesapeake United Soccer Club

For several years, the Southern Auto Group has been a proud supporter of the Chesapeake United Soccer Club, a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing players aged 3-19. In this supportive environment, young athletes embark on a journey of learning and development, encountering a healthy mix of challenges and triumphs along the way. The Chesapeake United […]

Celebrate October’s Classroom Hero With Southern Team Auto Mall

As the new month unfolded, ABC 13 and Southern Team Auto Mall continued their commitment to celebrating outstanding educators in the heart of Virginia. Just as the school year commenced, so did the monthly initiative, “Classroom Heroes in the Heart of Virginia.” Whether reflecting on a memorable teacher from our past, acknowledging a current educator […]

ABC 13, Southern Team Auto Mall Recognize Virginia’s Classroom Heroes

As the school year kicked off, so did ABC 13’s new initiative to recognize exceptional teachers right here in the heart of Virginia. We can all think of a great teacher–whether it be one from our childhood, perhaps one today for our kids, or even a family member in the profession. ABC 13 launched “Classroom […]

Southern Values & ABC 13 Honor March’s Remarkable Classroom Hero

The 2023-24 school year is winding down – time flies when you’re learning (and teaching)! As we head into the final stretch, let’s recognize another phenomenal educator who’s been making a huge difference in their students’ lives. We’re thrilled to announce March’s Classroom Hero, Mr. Ed McCann Jr., from the Heart of Virginia. There’s still […]

February Spotlight: Honoring Another Exceptional Teacher as Classroom Hero!

As we moved through February, we’re eager to recognize another educator who is making a difference in the Heart of Virginia. Let’s meet our February 2024 Classroom Hero: Miss Madison Karnes. “Classroom Hero” program is all about YOU, our viewers, nominating educators who are making a positive impact in the Heart of Virginia! Southern Team […]

Southern Auto Group’s Three Decades of Spreading Christmas Cheer

For an impressive three decades, the Southern Auto Group has been unwavering in its commitment to spreading joy during the holiday season. The heartwarming tradition involves collaborating with various community organizations to provide Christmas presents to children facing challenging circumstances. Through a combination of impactful fundraising events and generous employee donations, the Southern Auto Group […]