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!

MLK Day in Norfolk

As usual, I started my day at the Urban League's 26th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Leaders' Breakfast. This year's host was Old Dominion University, one of three institutions of higher learning in the area - Norfolk State University and Tidewater Community College are the other two - who rotate hosting the event. … Continue reading MLK Day in Norfolk →

NFL Division predictions and polls

OK, so I did so well last weekend - NOT - that I'm giving it another go for this weekend's games.  My picks: Saints over Cardinals Colts over Ravens Vikings over Cowboys Chargers over Jets Vote your picks below Saturday's games   Sunday's games   Note: each poll closes before the scheduled start of the … Continue reading NFL Division predictions and polls →

Friday fun: what does your walk say about you?

Your Walk Says You're Bold You are intelligent, thoughtful, and even philosophical. You like to go unnoticed for the most part. Other people see you as confident. You are proud of who you are, and that shows immediately. You are cooperative, easy going, and liberal minded. You are accepting of new ideas, and you truly … Continue reading Friday fun: what does your walk say about you? →

RIP, Teddy

From the AP: While Teddy Pendergrass had a successful solo career, it was his time as the lead singer with Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes that introduced me to the man with the soulful voice. RIP, Teddy. You will be missed.

Norfolk council vacancy update

In my post announcing that Daun Hester will be running for mayor, I said that I would get clarification on the vacancy rule. The reason for that was I had received information that council would not appoint a replacement and, instead, a special election would be held. According to this article: Once she files to … Continue reading Norfolk council vacancy update →

Crazy Uncle Pat

Time to hide him in the attic. The transcript (courtesy of Politico via PilotOnline): And you know, Christy, something happened a long time ago in Haiti, and people might not want to talk about it, they were under the heel of the French, uh, you know, Napoleon the third and whatever, and they got together … Continue reading Crazy Uncle Pat →

McDonnell softens stance on Sledd

In an article in the Richmond Times Dispatch, Tyler Whitley wrote: McDonnell hinted that his appointee as secretary of commerce and trade, Robert C. Sledd of Richmond, might quit two corporate boards because of criticism that the dual roles might constitute a conflict of interest. While he said he expects the legislature to confirm Sledd, … Continue reading McDonnell softens stance on Sledd →

Hampton Roads: your opinion, please

The 30-day public comment period on the Vision Hampton Roads document began on January 5, with the publishing of the draft. According to the press release: The Vision document is the product of over eight months of work, involving over 150 community volunteers who served on one or more of the 5 committees/sub-committees established to … Continue reading Hampton Roads: your opinion, please →

BREAKING: Hester running for Mayor in Norfolk

I just confirmed that Daun Hester, former Vice Mayor and current Superward 7 representative, is running for Mayor in Norfolk. Hester has served on council since 1996. In a phone call, Hester said the decision to run didn't come lightly. She said that she made up her mind last Friday and talked it over with … Continue reading BREAKING: Hester running for Mayor in Norfolk →

Update: Roland Park/Sunshine Homes issue

The Virginian-Pilot reports that the project opposed by residents of the Roland Park/Sunshine Homes neighborhoods will not voted on at this evening's council meeting. Mastracco said he will ask the council to refer the project back to the Planning Commission and try to negotiate a compromise with neighborhood groups. "We're going to try to redo … Continue reading Update: Roland Park/Sunshine Homes issue →