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Former SHS football standout remembered for his ‘big heart’ on anniversary of unsolved double homicide
July 18 marked a grim anniversary for Derek Holmes. A year ago on that date, police found 22-year-old Kyonne Edwards, Holmes’ best friend and former football teammate from their time at Smithfield High School, shot to death at Jersey Park Apartments in town. Holmes remembers the day beginning with the sound of his sister’s voice […]
New public notice law will delay permit approvals, Smithfield says
Town officials in Smithfield say a change in Virginia’s public notice laws will lengthen the approval process for rezoning applications and other permits that require votes by the town’s Planning Commission and Town Council. State law has for decades required local governments to solicit public input ahead of adopting any new ordinance or amendment, including […]
Suffolk announces West Nile Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis detection
The City of Suffolk has announced that it has detected West Nile Virus (WNV) in mosquitoes collected in the listed areas and neighborhoods: Lake Kennedy Estates, Williamstown, Kingsboro Heights, Beamon’s Mill, Hobson Area and Nansemond Shores. Likewise, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Office of Veterinary Service has detected Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) […] The post Suffolk announces West Nile Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis detection appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
The mushroom boom in Virginia and Northeast North Carolina explained
NORFOLK, Va. — Look in your backyard, a garden, or just about anywhere outside and you’ll find them. Mushrooms are creating a fungi frenzy across Hampton Roads right now. That’s because they’re popping up everywhere, seemingly overnight. “We get a lot of calls about this,” said...
LMF: The Interview- Jae Sinnett
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Ahead of his Live Music Friday performance, jazz drummer, composer, educator, and radio host Jae Sinnett shared about his non-profit and the upcoming Phoebus Jazz Festival. The Phoebus Jazz Festival is happening September 27-29 at The American Theatre in Hampton.
Opening Ceremony viewing party at Hampton library
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) – The main branch of the Hampton Public Library is hosting a viewing party Friday afternoon for the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics. The ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m., but guests can start arriving at 1 p.m. Light refreshments will be served and there...
Suffolk Farmers Market in photos
Photo Submissions: Katharine Gallotta Saturday, July 20 saw residents come out for the Suffolk Farmers Market, located at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion, continuing to offer a variety of local fresh produce and handmade crafts for the Suffolk community. Along with Hack Gallotta checking out the sheep and deer hide/skins available for purchase by Mickey […] The post Suffolk Farmers Market in photos appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Dormant shopping center to become condos
A unanimous vote by the Suffolk City Council authorizes Coastal Virginia Partners, LLC. to proceed with plans to construct a new 78-unit condominium complex at 1226 white Marsh Rd. During their Wednesday, July 17 meeting held at City Hall, council voted seven to 0 to approve RZN2023-007 (Conditional) to rezone and amend property on 1226 […] The post Dormant shopping center to become condos appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Spirit of Norfolk heading to Florida, flooding after massive rainfall, Something in the Water this fall | Top WAVY stories this week
HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) — Take a look at some of the top stories on WAVY.com from the week of July 22. Click here for more local news. Suffolk veteran returns home after more than 24 years in prison Harris’ downward spiral started when he, as a young soldier, nearly drowned while in training. The PTSD that followed […]
A force to be reckoned with: Vote for HU Marching Band so they can perform in Honda Battle of the Bands
HAMPTON, Va. — Hampton University's marching band is a force to be reckoned with. The "Marching Force" is hoping to put their talent on display and perform with the best of the best, but first, they need your help. Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB) is showcasing Historically Black...
DC woman faces felony charge for escape of Virginia prisoner
VIRGINIA (DC News Now) — A woman from the District is facing a felony charge related to the 2023 escape of a Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) inmate. VDOC announced Friday that Sasha Castillo was charged with Persons aiding escape of a prisoner. The indictment stemmed from the escape of inmate Naseem Isaiah Roulack, who […]
What’s Next: 2024 Presidential Election
Washington (DC News Now) — With the announcement of Biden stepping down and Kamala Harris stepping up, how does this change the dynamic of the 2024 presidential race?. Larry Sabato, Director of the Unversity of Virginia’s Center for Politics shares his reaction to the change and what this could mean for Virginia.
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