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!

Don’t blink

Or you will miss tonight's leap second. Today's extra second will be added at the U.S. Naval Observatory's Master Clock Facility in Washington at 6:59:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Don't squander it. Wonder why they picked that time to record the leap second? Wouldn't it have been a bit more fun to add it to … Continue reading Don’t blink →

Wii Music

This falls into the "no politics at all" category 🙂 I've been seeing those cool commercials on TV for Wii Music. A former music major, I considered purchasing it. Christmas Day I spent with my extended family - mom, sisters, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews - of all ages. One of the coolest "toys" … Continue reading Wii Music →

Opinion, please: candidates’ donations

Caroline Kennedy is the latest to be called out for failure to contribute to candidates. "It calls into question her commitment to politics and to government." A couple of weeks ago, it was Terry McAuliffe. McAuliffe's lack of donations to Virginia candidates, especially considering his generous giving to federal candidates, could become fodder for his … Continue reading Opinion, please: candidates’ donations →

OTR 12/28/07: The final show

This Sunday's On the Record, the last of the series, will feature a conversation with outgoing Virginia Beach Mayor Meyera Oberndorf. Joining host Joel Rubin in the other segment will be two still photographers, Chris Tyree and Stephen Katz, who travel to some of the world's most troubled places. In his "My Minute" segment, Rubin … Continue reading OTR 12/28/07: The final show →

Fliergate: Bryant responds

Virginia Beach Commonwealth's Attorney Harvey Bryant has taken exception to The Virginian Pilot editorial printed in last Sunday's paper. His office released a response Monday, although it has yet to appear in the paper. Bryant writes: The title of the piece is itself suspect.“Needless Suspicions in Beach Flier-Gate”. Unless the editor knows who prepared, authorized, … Continue reading Fliergate: Bryant responds →

Tracking Santa

Oh you better watch out, you better not cry Better not pout, I'm telling you why Santa Claus is coming to town NORAD will be tracking the path of Santa as he makes his rounds tonight, delivering gifts to the good girls and boys and a lump coal to the bad ones 🙂 You can … Continue reading Tracking Santa →

Who is Terry McAuliffe?

I was one of several bloggers invited to join Terry McAuliffe for dinner in NoVA Sunday. I wasn't able to make the trip; however, because I knew he was going to be in Hampton Roads Saturday, I asked for a few minutes of his time. As it turns out, those "few minutes" turned into nearly … Continue reading Who is Terry McAuliffe? →

Luzzatto named editorial page editor

With the retirement of Dennis Hartig, The Virginian Pilot today announced that editorial writer Don Luzzatto will be the new editorial page editor. He has some big shoes to fill. Luzzatto, 46, has been at the newspaper since 2000 and an editorial writer for the past four years. Of course, he's also a fellow member … Continue reading Luzzatto named editorial page editor →

Cities cutting back on cards

According to this article, Hampton Roads cities are cutting back on sending holiday cards. Like last year, I'm passing on the cards thing, too. Instead, I'll be mailing my check to the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia.