The Norfolk City Democratic Committee has set the caucus for nominating the candidate in the 89th House of Delegates district. It will be held Wednesday, October 17, from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Masonic Temple, 7001 Granby Street. The 89th lies completely within the City of Norfolk (see map) and voting is open to all … Continue reading Democratic Caucus set for the 89th
Election set in 89th - Governor Bob McDonnell has set December 18 as the date for the special election in the 89th House district. The seat became vacant when Kenny Alexander was elected to fill the remaining term of Senator Yvonne Miller, who died in July. Three candidates will vie for the Democratic nomination. No … Continue reading Quick hits local edition 10/1/12
My latest op-ed, title above, appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Wednesday. Norfolk's mayor, at the council retreat this week, proposed a two-cent increase in the real estate tax rate to cover the debt service on the cost of building two schools. As an advocate for - and a product of - public schools, I believe it … Continue reading Two cents for two schools
Norfolk City Council held its annual retreat in Smithfield Monday and Tuesday. Some interesting things coming out of it, including one that is the topic of my column in today's paper. (More on that tomorrow.) Today, we see in print for the first time something that has been rumored for months: Mayor Paul Fraim wants … Continue reading Norfolk to consider change of mayor’s election date
The Norfolk Botanical Garden Eagle Alliance is meeting this Saturday, September 22, at 5pm at the Norfolk Botanical Garden. The public is invited to attend. The group was formed in response - and opposition - to the proposed removal of the eagles' nests from the garden.
I attended yesterday's press conference held in Norfolk regarding the upcoming constitutional amendment on eminent domain. It is a subject I wrote about in July, but I just touched the basics. Since then, I've been trying to understand the issue in order to write about it again, particularly because there are strong feelings on both … Continue reading Cuccinelli: “Agree with me or else” (video)
As expected, former Norfolk council member/vice mayor Daun Hester has officially entered the race for the 89th House of Delegates. With Tuesday's election of Kenny Alexander to the 5th Senate seat, which became open due to the death of longtime Senator Yvonne Miller, the House seat he formerly held will become vacant once he is … Continue reading Hester announces for 89th, rolls out endorsements
It seems Norfolk is determined to remove eagles' nests at the Norfolk Botanical Garden. But they really need to slow down and figure out whether this is the best course of action. I live very close to the garden and I've come to enjoy the variety of wildlife that such proximity provides. Nearly every night, … Continue reading Removal of eagles’ nests: slow down
Although the special election in the 5th Senate district will be held next week, jockeying has been going on for the subsequent race in the 89th House district. Next Tuesday's election is a formality - Kenny Alexander faces no challenger and will be elected to replace Sen. Yvonne Miller, who died July 3. Former Norfolk … Continue reading Race heating up in the 89th
Norfolk Public Schools are hosting two forums to solicit public input on improving the schools. The first will be held tomorrow, August 28, and the second September 12. Details are below: Tuesday, August 28, 6pm, Norview High School (6501 Chesapeake Blvd) Wednesday, September 12, 6pm, Ruffner Academy (610 May Ave) As I won't be able … Continue reading NPS public forums
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