Archive for April 2009
Reminder: Farm Team meeting RSVP deadline
Just a quick reminder that the deadline to RSVP for The Farm Team statewide meeting and debate in Williamsburg is Friday, April 10. Contact Julie S Copeland and she will send you the registration information. Details on the weekend can be found on The Farm Team website. If you are already a member of The … Continue reading
American Idol 4/7/08 & 4/8/08: Elite 8
You know you’re working too hard when it’s literally Thursday morning before you realize that you missed not one, but both nights of AI this week. Thank goodness for TiVo Tuesday night’s show had the remaining eight contestants singing songs from the year of their birth. Best part for me is that the years they … Continue reading
Legislative Black Caucus reception
I took some time away from the impending tax filing deadline (hey – a gal deserves a little break ) to attend the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus reception Tuesday night in Richmond. This event is always a good time and this year was no exception. Honored for his service to the Commonwealth was retiring, soon-to-be … Continue reading
Melvin appointed to Circuit Court
According to a press release from Governor Tim Kaine, Del. Ken Melvin, whose retirement was announced earlier this year, has been appointed to the Portsmouth Circuit Court, effective May 1. “With this appointment, Ken will have another opportunity to build upon his record of dedicated service to the Commonwealth,” Governor Kaine said. “Ken has served … Continue reading
Whitfield finally pardoned
Almost two years ago, I became aware of the plight of Arthur Whitfield. Today Governor Tim Kaine finally issued him a pardon, nearly four years after it was requested and almost five years since he was released from prison after serving 22 years for a crime he did not commit. I’ll say again what I … Continue reading
Fliergate update: Iwans indicted
Dave Iwans, who served as the campaign manager for Beach mayor Will Sessoms, was indicted Monday for failing to disclose his payment for the fliers showing Sessoms with Obama. Sessoms, a Republican, endorsed Senator John McCain for president. If convicted of the misdemeanor charge, Iwans faces a fine of up to $2,500 and up to … Continue reading
Robin Abbott, candidate in the 93rd
A Democratic challenger has emerged to take on Republican Phil Hamilton in the 93rd House of Delegates district. Robin Abbott, a consumer protection attorney, will be filing Wednesday for the seat. I had a chance to chat with her Sunday evening. Abbott, a graduate of William and Mary School of Law, is making her first … Continue reading
The Pulpit Speaks: April 5, 1958
An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. Continuing our general theme, “Jesus and Human Behavior,” we find ourselves this week dealing with Jesus and His triumphant entry into Jerusalem. As recorded in the 11th chapter of Mark, we find Jesus … Continue reading
Frederick decision today
Republicans are meeting today to decide the fate of their chairman, Del. Jeff Frederick. Bearing Drift is live blogging the proceedings. I understand it will literally be hours before any decision is made. UPDATE: Frederick has been removed. The vote was 57-18. Have to say I’m surprised. I never thought it would happen.
Iowa state sentor on today’s ruling
Check out this video from Iowa State Senator Matt McCoy, the first openly gay member of the legislature. It’s worth five minutes of your time. And here’s hoping Virginia is paying attention, particularly Virginia Democrats.
Stolle running for VB sheriff, to face Bell
The Virginian-Pilot confirms today that State Senator Ken Stolle will run for sheriff. Also in that story is the disclosure that Stolle, 54, has been battling Parkinson’s disease for three years. Last night, I had the opportunity to meet John Bell, who is also running for sheriff. Bell is currently a senior captain on the … Continue reading
Equality in Iowa – and Virginia
Who would have thought it? The Iowa Supreme Court this morning unanimously upheld gays’ right to marry. “The Iowa statute limiting civil marriage to a union between a man and a woman violates the equal protection clause of the Iowa Constitution,” the justices said in a summary of their decision. The court rules that gay … Continue reading
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