Category: Local

Quick links 05/05/11

A few items from around the net: Norfolk budget hearing quiet. I went to the budget hearing last night. With no real estate tax increase proposed, the speakers mainly asked for support for the schools and for the Community Services Board. Although I didn't get a chance to participate in the public forums during its … Continue reading Quick links 05/05/11 →

Hamilton trial starts

If you haven't been keeping up with the trial of former delegate Phil Hamilton, now would be a good time to catch up. The trial in Richmond on federal bribery and extortion charges related to his obtaining a position at Old Dominion University has already been like a soap opera with bad actors. Monday's testimony … Continue reading Hamilton trial starts →

Norfolk City Council Budget Hearing

Wednesday, May 4, 2011 Granby High School 7101 Granby Street 6:00pm You can download the FY2012 Proposed Budget Here Hope to see you there! UPDATE by Vivian: in case you missed it when it aired live, you can view the entire informal session of council from Tuesday here.

Now that Bin Laden’s gone, what next?

By Steve Vaughan Nearly every American hailed the news late Sunday evening that American Special Forces had killed Osama Bin Laden in a raid on his safe house in Pakistan. Democrats, Republicans, Tea Parties, Greens, independents, we were all brought together in a way that we really haven't been since 9/11 itself. That excludes a … Continue reading Now that Bin Laden’s gone, what next? →

The Tide status update

Dear Citizen, I know how frustrating it is to wait for the start of The Tide. After all the work and expense of building this system, it's understandable to wonder why Hampton Roads Transit still has not set an opening date. I want to tell you where our work stands. Explaining in detail the specifics … Continue reading The Tide status update →

Footage from Longwood University during tornado

This is unedited, and happened as you see it. Thankfully, no damage was found at the University, however there was some in nearby neighborhoods. This is not what a person is supposed to do when a tornado is spotted, but it is a fascinating account of watching and realizing what they were looking at.

Spring rain brings Spring flowers

Taken mostly in our yard. Lots of flowers are being moved around this year, so I decided to post from years past. Enjoy!

Quick links 04/27/11

A few quick links from around the 'net: Mama eagle killed. This had to happen sooner or later. I hope Papa eagle can take care of the little ones. ODU Associate AD named AD at Pace. Congrats to Mark Brown on his new gig. Pace's gain is ODU's loss. Senate redistricting progress? Seems the Senate … Continue reading Quick links 04/27/11 →

FOIA workshops in Roanoke tomorrow

Tomorrow (April 27, 2011) at the Roanoke Times building in Roanoke, a FOIA workshop will be held from 9:30AM until Noon. There is still time to register for this worthwhile program. Following this program, there will be a Records Management Seminar from 1:30PM until 4PM. There are several informational links to check out if you … Continue reading FOIA workshops in Roanoke tomorrow →