Category: Local

Eaglets at NBG

I live across the street from the Norfolk Botanical Gardens. Since moving here, my exposure to wildlife has increased exponentially. Once tax season is over, I'll go back to walking daily thru the gardens. One thing that is really cool is that there is a Bald Eagle nest at the Gardens. This year, three eaglets … Continue reading Eaglets at NBG →

Everybody loves the gas tax but it’s not an option

The editorial in yesterday's Virginian Pilot just made me chuckle. Our transportation needs could be paid for with a gas tax, but it would be political suicide, right? People hate it, and nobody will support it, we were told. It was political death. Virginia's third rail. Run for your lives. That was always nonsense. Just … Continue reading Everybody loves the gas tax but it’s not an option →

BTR Fun coming Sunday night

I just know the proprietors of 7 West are going to be a hoot! Delegates Kris Amundson and Bob Brink join Jim Hoeft and me tomorrow night tonight at 7pm on BlogTalkRadio. According to Delegate Brink, they promise to dress for the occasion. I can't speak for Jim but I'll certainly be appropriately dressed. Appropriate … Continue reading BTR Fun coming Sunday night →

A chance to help Hampton Roads kids

UPDATE 2: According to WAVYTV10, the band has received a donation from a local businessman, Danny Meeks, to cover the cost of the equipment. Kudos to Mr. Meeks for stepping up to help out. If you made a donation, Squeaky says it will be refunded. Thanks to all who participated. UPDATE: Squeaky set up a … Continue reading A chance to help Hampton Roads kids →

And we’re off!

The race in the 87th House District is officially on with Sunday's kickoff by Republican challenger Hank Giffin. Expected attendees include Congresswoman Thelma Drake and Senator Nick Rerras, along with some of the Republican delegates from Virginia Beach. The 87th, which happens to be where I live, is currently represented by Democrat Paula Miller. Miller … Continue reading And we’re off! →

Congrats, Tommy!

Via the Virginian Pilot: A Norview High School graduate who returned to his alma mater to teach, coach and advise students in extracurricular activities was named the school division’s Teacher of the Year on Thursday night. Tommy Smigiel is the one the paper is talking about. In addition to teaching, Tommy is actively involved in … Continue reading Congrats, Tommy! →

Report: Northam reception

Just back from Ralph Northam's reception. It was a nice crowd. Since I'm not good at estimating groups, I won't try. One of the first people I ran into was former Norfolk Mayor Vince Thomas, who, like Northam, is a VMI grad. I hadn't seen Mayor Thomas in a while, so it was good to … Continue reading Report: Northam reception →

An answer

Once again, my buddy bwana has written a thoughtful post, this time looking at why people run for office. Entitled "What Makes Them Run?" bwana says: I don’t know what drives folks to set aside their lives and seek public office. I can't speak for the motivations of others but I can tell you why … Continue reading An answer →

Reminder: Amundson & Brink on BTR Sunday

Just a quick reminder - before everyone heads off for the weekend - that Delegates Kris Amundson and Bob Brink will be joining Jim Hoeft and me this Sunday at 7pm on BlogTalkRadio.