I joined Jim Hoeft of Bearing Drift earlier this evening for a podcast with Republican Dels. Terrie Suit and Sal Iaquinto regarding the recently completed General Assembly session. The podcast is available here. And yes, we are trying to put together a podcast with two Democratic delegates for their take on the session.
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Support Donald McEachin!
The folks over at Raising Kaine are raising money for Del. Don McEachin, who will likely be primarying Sen. Benny Lambert. As you can see from the graphic in my sidebar, I fully support McEachin in this effort. My reasons for doing so can be found here. Head on over and contribute what you can. … Continue reading Support Donald McEachin!
Norfolk throwing money around
The editorial in the Virginian-Pilot Saturday discussed the $14 million given in incentives to Fort Norfolk LLC for a "commercial project of no particular importance or stature." According to this article, the incentives consist of "land, valued at nearly $2.5 million, a grant of up to $6.8 million and, if the developer needs it, a … Continue reading Norfolk throwing money around
Local channels in HD on Cox
So says the Virginian-Pilot: Starting at 2 this morning, local NBC affiliate WAVY appears in high-definition on Cox channel 710 and local Fox affiliate WVBT appears in high-definition on channel 714. OK, so now I'm getting more than a little upset with DirecTV. They promised more HD channels over a year ago (as part of … Continue reading Local channels in HD on Cox
Governor wants to ban smoking
According to this article in the Virginian-Pilot, Governor Tim Kaine would like to ban smoking in all restaurants in Virginia. "I am actively looking at that," he said. "I don't know that there are any cons." Kaine said health care groups have asked him to add a statewide restaurant ban to legislation passed last month … Continue reading Governor wants to ban smoking
Poll on blog media
Scott has a poll up in his sidebar about blog reader's preferences for blog media communication. Here's where it stands right now: Standard Blog / Post and Comment (86%) Forums (14%) Live Blog (0%) Podcast (0%) Vidcast (0%) Head on over and participate 😉
Northam kickoff schedule
As previously mentioned, Ralph Northam will be kicking off his campaign for the 6th Senate district next Tuesday, March 6. Today, the campaign released the schedule of the press conferences: 8:30am Onancock, Mallard's on the Wharf, 2 Market St. 10:30am Eastville, Old Courthouse, 16404 Courthouse Rd. 12:30pm Norfolk, Fishing Pier in Oceanview, Corner of 4 … Continue reading Northam kickoff schedule
NRHA: $680K legal bills for $560K property
The Virginian-Pilot reports this morning that the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) will spend about $680,000 in legal fees for its failed attempt to condemn a property. The city had tried to obtain the property for $560,000 when the owner said the property and the business it was located on was worth $3 million. … Continue reading NRHA: $680K legal bills for $560K property
Bay Oaks Park Committee needs our help
As one of the 5,376 Norfolk residents who signed the Bay Oaks Park Committee petition, I received a letter from the chairman, Bill Kerry, yesterday regarding their need for funds. The letter reads in part: Now we have several challenges before us. Our legal team is preparing to go before the Supreme Court next month. … Continue reading Bay Oaks Park Committee needs our help
On the HPV vaccination
Gov. Timothy M. Kaine expressed concern Tuesday about legislation that would require young girls to be vaccinated against the sexually transmitted human papillomavirus. (via) After initially supporting this legislation (SB1230 and HB2035), I'm beginning to have second thoughts. My change of heart is based around a couple of things. First, like Gov. Kaine, I understand … Continue reading On the HPV vaccination
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