Author: Vivian J. Paige

A former candidate, I've learned a lot about politics, both good and bad. I'd prefer more of the former and a lot less of the latter and I'm trying to do my part!

Norfolk Clerk assumes jury duty service

The Norfolk Clerk of Court, George E. Schaefer, III, has announced that his office has taken over all of the responsibilities of Jury Administration from the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office. By using existing staff, rather than the three positions budgeted for the operation of the jury office, the City of Norfolk should realize savings of $90,000 … Continue reading Norfolk Clerk assumes jury duty service →

Quickie roundup

Haven't done one of these in a while. Nearly everyone is up in arms about the new TSA procedures for either full-body scans or pat-downs. I don't fly very often so it's unlikely I'll be subjected to either in the near future. And by the time I fly again, the rules will have probably changed. … Continue reading Quickie roundup →

Norfolk and Tema Twinning next week

The twinning of Norfolk and Tema, Ghana will take place during a series of events scheduled for next week, Monday, November 30 through Saturday, December 4.  An earlier event, scheduled for last month, was delayed due to a travel embargo and visa problems. From the original invitation: Norfolk Sister City Association, a member of Sister … Continue reading Norfolk and Tema Twinning next week →

Imagine Hampton Roads

Imagine if everyone knew where Hampton Roads was!   "Imagine Hampton Roads!", a project to identify and implement 10 great and cheap ideas that will put Hampton Roads on the map, is generating a lot of excitement and attention.  Our first session at WHRO was a great success. Check it out! If you are creative … Continue reading Imagine Hampton Roads →

Scarborough, Olbermann: not journalists

Joe Scarborough is the latest MSNBC host to be suspended for political gifts, having been given the same punishment as Keith Olbermann: two days off the air without pay. The paltry suspensions give you an idea of just how seriously the network takes this violation of "journalistic ethics." But is it a violation? I submit … Continue reading Scarborough, Olbermann: not journalists →

Remembering JFK

It has been 47 years since John Fitzgerald Kennedy, our 35th president, was assassinated in Dallas. Two years ago, I wrote about what I remembered from that time, and how my family's move to Virginia is inextricably linked. Today, Kennedy has been dead longer than he lived - he was but 46 when he died, … Continue reading Remembering JFK →

Spotlight: The Woman’s Club of Smithfield

A column of mine prompted The Woman's Club of Smithfield to invite me to speak last week. Although I didn't ask, I figured a lunch meeting would draw 15 maybe 20 participants. After all, the website shows one of my favorite quotes from Margaret Mead. Boy was I wrong! After a pleasant drive, I found … Continue reading Spotlight: The Woman’s Club of Smithfield →

Friday fun: test your news IQ

Not so bad, really. Can't believe I missed the spending question. I'm going to blame it on being still half-asleep. Take the quiz here.

Sen. Lucas: Brian Moran for Chairman of DPVA

Sen. L. Louise Lucas issued the following statement: Democrats across Virginia need a strong and knowledgeable leader to fight for the party in the next election. I know Brian Moran is fully aware of what goes on in the General Assembly and the State Senate. Years ago, Brian and I jointly gave the response to … Continue reading Sen. Lucas: Brian Moran for Chairman of DPVA →

Reminder: Women’s Legislative Roundtable

Just a quick reminder that the deadline to RSVP to the Women's Legislative Roundtable is tomorrow. For details, see this post.