Archive for August 2010
Long day
I had a lot on my plate today (was at my desk a little after 7am) so I’m playing a little catch up. Some stuff from the weekend and today: 8 file for Portsmouth mayor. This is going to be an interesting race to watch. I hope to have time to interview all of the … Continue reading
Redskins 42, Bills 17
Yes, it was just a preseason game. But it sure felt good to watch – and cheer - the Washington Redskins as they defeated the Buffalo Bills. I actually missed the start of the game. When I turned on the TV, the Skins were down 0-3. That didn’t last, as they went on to score … Continue reading
Friday fun part 2: Ben Quayle
I thought this was quite funny. For reference purposes, the original is below the fold.
Friday fun: the ice cream cone test
So, it’s been a hot summer. Just last night, I had my first ice cream cone of the year – and yes, I chose vanilla ice cream. It was funny to me that this was the first quiz I found on Blogthings today You Are a Mystery Everyone thinks they have you figured out, but … Continue reading
Who makes the laws anyway?
Interesting column by Charles Krauthammer: Regardless of your feelings on the substance of the immigration issue, this is not how a constitutional democracy should operate. Administrators administer the law, they don’t change it. That’s the legislators’ job. [...] This contagion of executive willfulness is not confined to the federal government or to Democrats. In Virginia, … Continue reading
Obstacles to public service in Norfolk
My latest op-ed appeared in Wednesday’s Virginian-Pilot. Friday is the filing deadline for November’s special election to fill the council seat in Superward 7. Who will be not only willing but able to serve? Will the voters choices be limited to those who can make a meeting at 2:30 in the afternoon a couple of … Continue reading
Open thread 08/11/10
I’m little bit buried today. What’s on your mind? Consider this an open thread. Here’s one thing you might want to discuss: privatization of ABC. Check out the latest video from the RTD’s Jeff Schapiro.
Joint Forces Command to close
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates announced yesterday plans to close the Joint Forces Command, located in Norfolk. In a press conference yesterday, Gov. Bob McDonnell was joined by the Hampton Roads Congressional delegation – Reps. Bobby Scott, Randy Forbes, Rob Wittman and Glenn Nye – along with the mayors of Norfolk and Suffolk, Paul Fraim … Continue reading
Reminder: Governor in Norfolk tonight
Just a reminder that Governor Bob McDonnell will be hold a town hall meeting at Old Dominion University this evening. The event will be held in the Hampton/Newport News room at Webb Center from 7pm to 8:30pm.
More McDonald revelations
Saturday’s Virginian-Pilot brought more revelations in the ongoing saga of Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue Sharon McDonald. While the headline pointed towards whether City Manager Regina Williams has the authority to order a hiring freeze and a ban on travel, it was the opening paragraph that raised more than a few eyebrows: Commissioner of Revenue … Continue reading
Harbor Party tickets now available
The 18th Annual Kiwanis Harbor Party and Seafood Fest will be held on Thursday, October 7 from 4:30pm-7:30pm at Town Point Park. Tickets are now on available and can be purchased: Online From any member of the Kiwanis Club of Norfolk At any of the six Southside branches of Old Point National Bank By phone … Continue reading
Sales tax holiday this weekend
Just a quick reminder that another sales tax holiday is upon us. This one is for back-to-school supplies. More details are available here.
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