Category: Local

FT debate video part 1

I did not realize that the internet feed was down until well into the debate. As the result, my backup plan (to record the live feed) didn't work. Once I realized the problem, I started recording the debate; however, I only got the last 30 minutes or so. To make matters worse, I dropped and … Continue reading FT debate video part 1 →

Watch the debate live

The first of the debates between Democratic candidates Creigh Deeds, Terry McAuliffe and Brian Moran will be held Sunday at 2pm in Williamsburg. Sponsored by The Farm Team, the debate will be broadcast live over the internet here. Note that you will need to have QuickTime installed on your computer to view the debate. I … Continue reading Watch the debate live →

Congrats, Joe

Congratulations to my friend, Joe Migliozzi, for being appointed to the Norfolk General District Court.  Here's hoping you get confirmed by the General Assembly next year.

Shad Planking roundup

The rain managed to hold off for most of the time at the 2009 Shad Planking. It was pretty nippy out there, though, and I'm glad I took an overcoat. Others have written about the events and I've posted the three videos of the speeches given by the gubernatorial candidates.  Let me share a couple … Continue reading Shad Planking roundup →

Shad Planking: Bob McDonnell

Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell's remarks at the Shad Planking. (Been having trouble with the uploading. Hope this works.)

Norfolk officials not aware of assessment lag

Or so they say in this article, which appeared in Sunday's Virginian-Pilot. Norfolk considered sales from July 1, 2007, through June 30, 2008, for its most recent batch of reassessments. Chesapeake, Portsmouth and Suffolk used data from Jan. 1, 2008, through Dec. 31 - six months later than Norfolk. Virginia Beach cuts off sales the … Continue reading Norfolk officials not aware of assessment lag →

BREAKING: Edmonson out of delegates’ race

Word has just reached me that Pat Edmonson has also dropped out of the primary race for House of Delegates in the 82nd. More as it becomes available.

BREAKING: Edmonson files for House of Delegates

Word has reached me that Pat Edmonson, who has been running for LG, has filed to run in the 82nd House District. This will mean a primary in the 82nd since Peter Schmidt also filed this afternoon. The 82nd is currently represented by Republican Bob Purkey. More as it becomes available. UPDATE 04/11, 2:17pm: Just … Continue reading BREAKING: Edmonson files for House of Delegates →