Day: January 10, 2007

Kaine State of the Commonwealth address

Just finished watching Governor Tim Kaine give his State of the Commonwealth address. If you missed the speech, the text of it can be found here. The topics included in the Governor's speech have been mostly covered through press releases. What was conveyed tonight was a conciliatory tone, applauding what the legislature and the administration … Continue reading Kaine State of the Commonwealth address →

VB spends surplus

Despite the pleas of its residents, the city council in Virginia Beach decided last night to spend the $27.1 millon surplus rather than returning any of it to the people who created it. (Click on picture to enlarge to see where the money went.) I watched the coverage on the news last night. Councilman Bob … Continue reading VB spends surplus →

Riddick in hot water

Norfolk Vice Mayor Paul Riddick was the subject of a news report on WAVY TV 10 after remarks he made during this afternoon's council meeting sparked a rebuke from Mayor Paul Fraim and other members of council. This is not the first time - nor will it be the last - that Riddick speaks out … Continue reading Riddick in hot water →