The Pulpit Speaks: December 22, 1956

An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. What is this thing called Peace? Nearly 2,000 years ago, an angelic host descended upon this earth and filled the air with a new tune and a new message: "Peace on earth, goodwill … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: December 22, 1956 →

Share your favorite eggnogg recipe

AEM posted an eggnog recipe in this thread. “Beat Yolks of twelve Eggs well. Add two and a fourth Cups of Sugar and continue to beat well. Add one Quart of good Brandy, one Pint of Jamaica Rum alternately and slowly. To this add three Quarts of heavy Cream and fold in half of the … Continue reading Share your favorite eggnogg recipe →

OTR 12/23: Christmas and news

This Sunday's On the Record will feature reporter Mike Gooding and videographer Pierre Simmons talking about their trip to the Horn of Africa where 2,000 troops working under the Joint Forces Command in Suffolk are on a goodwill mission. On Christmas Eve at 9pm and on Christmas Day at Noon, WVEC TV presents Holiday Salute … Continue reading OTR 12/23: Christmas and news →

Christmas carol quiz

Check out this quiz. I'm blaming my score on the eggnog 😉 You got 64% correct. Tsk. You have been shopping and eating too much and not singing enough. Study up, study up, study up let's go! h/t Kerry Dougherty

99th district special election set for Feb. 19

Tuesday, February 19, 2008 is the date set by Governor Tim Kaine for the special election in the 99th House district. “It is important that we have a delegate in place as soon as possible during the session commencing in January 2008,” Governor Kaine said. “Holding the special election on February 19th will provide a … Continue reading 99th district special election set for Feb. 19 →

No dangerous toys

As I mentioned yesterday, House of Delegates Democratic Caucus Chair Brian Moran announced a new initiative this morning related to dangerous toys. Entitled the "Virginia Toy Safety Act," Moran was joined by Delegate Shannon Valentine (D-Lynchburg), John Morgan from Voices for Virginia’s Children and Dr. Colleen Kraft, President of the Virginia Chapter of the American … Continue reading No dangerous toys →

Report: VB legislative sendoff

Nearly 100 people attended last night's legislative sendoff and holiday party for the Democratic delegation from Virginia Beach. In attendance were Del.-elect Joe Bouchard, Del.-elect Bobby Mathieson, Del. Algie Howell, Sen.-elect Ralph Northam, all of whom represent precincts in the city. Also there was Del. Kenny Alexander, who is rumored to be running for LG, … Continue reading Report: VB legislative sendoff →

Redskins training camp coming to the Beach?

Word on the street is that the Washington Redskins are looking into moving their training camp to Virginia Beach. For this Redskins fan, I can only say that I hope it happens. The Skins currently train at Redskins Park, after a number of years in Carlisle, PA. My sister happened to have lived in Carlisle … Continue reading Redskins training camp coming to the Beach? →