PilotOnline is reporting that Democratic VP candidate Joe Biden is coming to Virginia Beach tomorrow, Thursday, morning. I received additional details via email. The doors will open at 7:30am at the Virginia Beach Convention Center, with Biden expected to speak at 8:45am. As is the norm, the event is open to the public but tickets … Continue reading Biden coming to Virginia Beach tomorrow
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Local stories I missed while in Denver
It was impossible to keep up with what was going on back here while I was in Denver. So here's a recap of some stories I caught when reading through my stack of newspapers: DePaul Medical Center to be 124 beds. Pressure from the City of Norfolk as well as residents has resulted in a … Continue reading Local stories I missed while in Denver
CONFIRMED: Obama to hold town halls in Chester and Chesapeake
This just in: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 19, 2008 RICHMOND, Va. –U.S. Sen. Barack Obama will hold town hall meetings in Chester and Chesapeake on Thursday with local voters. In Chester, Obama will be joined by Gov. Timothy M. Kaine. Obama will discuss his plan for a $1,000 tax cut benefitting 95 percent of Virginians, … Continue reading CONFIRMED: Obama to hold town halls in Chester and Chesapeake
Bouchard event for convention delegates
Join Delegate Joe Bouchard for a fundraiser and send-off for Democratic National Convention Delegates at Croc's 19th Street Bistro 620 19th Street, Virginia Beach Friday, August 22nd 5:30 to 7:30 pm Free food and drink! $35 General Admission $100 Host Committee DNC Delegates get in for free! Please RSVP to Joe or for more information … Continue reading Bouchard event for convention delegates
VBDC Breakfast with Moran
The Virginia Beach Democratic Committee held its regular breakfast this morning at Jason's Deli. (Note to VBDC: $8 for danish/coffee/juice/fruit ain't "breakfast.") With municipal elections for VB coming up in November, there were quite a few local candidates there - and all but one chose to address those assembled. The headliner for the event was … Continue reading VBDC Breakfast with Moran
Nye announces Common Sense Energy Plan
This morning, 2nd CD Democratic candidate Glenn Nye announced his Common Sense Energy Plan. The details from his press release: COMMON SENSE SOLUTIONS: LOWER GAS PRICES AND ENERGY INDEPENDENCE Glenn Nye for Congress America is a nation of abundant resources and unparalleled ingenuity. When challenged, we have throughout our history risen to the moment and … Continue reading Nye announces Common Sense Energy Plan
Things to do Saturday: NCDC, help Nye
If you are looking for some things to do tomorrow, here are a couple: First, the Norfolk City Democratic Committee monthly breakfast begins at 8:30am at Picadilly's (530 N. Military Hwy, near Military Circle Shopping Center). Join fellow Dems for food, conversation and campaign updates. 2nd CD candidate Glen Nye is kicking off his energy … Continue reading Things to do Saturday: NCDC, help Nye
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
Rove appearance draws protest
Karl Rove came to Virginia Beach today for a fundraiser for Congresswoman Thelma Drake. His appearance drew a group of about 40 protesters, according to this PilotOnline article. The protesters held a mock trial for Rove, a portion of which appears in the video here. Earlier this week, Democratic Delegates Bobby Mathieson and Joe Bouchard … Continue reading Rove appearance draws protest
Brent McKenzie for VB School Board
You are cordially invited to the announcement of Brent McKenzie as a Candidate for School Board in the Rose Hall District of Virginia Beach on Tuesday, July 22nd 6:00 - 8:00 PM at the Town Center City Club 222 Central Park Avenue, Suite 230 Virginia Beach Kindly RSVP to 757-816-2736 or Mckenzie.brent@gmail.com “Superintendent” $250 “Principal” … Continue reading Brent McKenzie for VB School Board
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