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!

DePaul hearing rescheduled

The hearing for the downsizing of Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center has been rescheduled to Monday, August 18, at 10am.  The location has not changed - it will be held at the Chesapeake Lifestyle Center, adjacent to the Chesapeake Regional Medical Center on Battlefield Blvd. Also, the City of Norfolk and the DePaul Emergency 134 … Continue reading DePaul hearing rescheduled →

BREAKING: Webb aide found dead of gunshot wound

The young man who ran Senator Jim Webb's office in the southwest part of the state was found dead this morning: Authorities in Botetourt County this morning discovered the body of a well-known Democratic operative and U.S. Senate aide along U.S. 220, dead from an apparent gunshot wound. The body of Frederick W. Hutchins Jr., … Continue reading BREAKING: Webb aide found dead of gunshot wound →

Kaine on VP Slot

Speaking in both English and Spanish, Governor Tim Kaine discusses the VP slot: "I haven't sought it, I'm not running for it, I am not asking for it" Watch the video here. h/t Chris Cillizza

Nye/Drake race considered competitive

Today's Virginian Pilot contained an article regarding the race in the 2nd CD between Democratic challenger Glenn Nye and Republican incumbent Thelma Drake. (Note to the Pilot: the 2nd doesn't just include Virginia Beach.) "If I had to handicap the race right now, the odds favor Drake, but she's obviously beatable," said Quentin Kidd, a … Continue reading Nye/Drake race considered competitive →

The Pulpit Speaks: March 26, 1960

An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. Life has a peculiar way of filing our skies with clouds. Ofttimes we wonder just what we are going to do to make out of life that which means so much to us. … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: March 26, 1960 →

What’s up with Edwards?

I've been a little busy but it seems that the National Enquirer (I feel a little dirty just typing that) has reported a story, now confirmed by Fox News (really need to wash my hands now), regarding an encounter former presidential candidate John Edwards had at a hotel with a woman they describe as his … Continue reading What’s up with Edwards? →

OTR 7/27: Global warming

This Sunday's On the Record will feature a discussion on the topic of global warming. Joining host Joel Rubin will be retired Captain Joe Bouchard and retired Admiral Joe Prueher, who was one of the group of retired admirals and generals who issued a report on the topic and its potential impact on national security. … Continue reading OTR 7/27: Global warming →

LWVFA: Turning Point Plaza dedication Sunday

The League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area will help dedicate Turning Point Plaza this Sunday, July 27, at the Occoquan River Festival. Turning Point Plaza will honor the women who were imprisoned at the Occoquan Workhouse located across from the current Occoquan Regional Park. In 1917, women suffragists were the first political group … Continue reading LWVFA: Turning Point Plaza dedication Sunday →

Bay Oaks Park back in the news

It's been a long five years for the members of the Bay Oaks Park Committee. After successfully challenging the City of Norfolk on the right to referendum, the committee made a decision last year, which I reluctantly agreed with, to not follow through on a referendum. According to an article in today's Virginian Pilot, conversations … Continue reading Bay Oaks Park back in the news →