“Feet, don’t fail me now”

That's what the Daily Press said in its editorial Sunday on legislators and abuser fees: There does seem to be an evolving theme here: Feet, don't fail me now. The abuser fees got broad legislative support, but you wouldn't think so now. Some of the most strident abuser-fee supporters have spun 180 degrees to call … Continue reading “Feet, don’t fail me now” →

EOV crime meetings this week

The City of Norfolk poured millions of dollars into the area now known as East Beach. Some $55 million, according to this 2006 article, was spent "tearing down 1,600 homes and buildings and relocating hundreds of low-income residents." At that time, City Councilman Randy Wright, who represents Ward 5, said, "It is everything we could … Continue reading EOV crime meetings this week →

Thinking Bloggers

I recently came across a new-to-me blog that has since become one of my favorites. Brad's Brain is run by freelance writer Bradley Herring. As it turns out, Brad tagged me as one of five bloggers that make him think. I'm honored to have been chosen. Now I have to comply with the rules: If, … Continue reading Thinking Bloggers →

Busy day

With travel to Richmond taking longer than normal, I headed out early this morning to participate with Waldo Jaquith in the bloggers' panel at the DPVA grassroots training. Greg Scanlon from the DPVA was the third member of the panel, with DPVA Executive Director Amy Reger serving as moderator. Mike from Blueweeds live-blogged the whole … Continue reading Busy day →

VA Time Travel: African American History

As I have DirecTV, I don't know that the Cox Cable has a public access channel. If they did, it seems like shows like this one should be on it: This month's show deals with African American history in Alexandria, Virginia. The show has Audrey Davis and Carlton Funn Sr. discussing their respective organizations and … Continue reading VA Time Travel: African American History →

Welch proposes changes to HRTA

The Virginian Pilot is reporting that Del. John Welch, a non-voting member of the Hampton Roads Transportation Authority and the General Assembly liason, is going to introduce a bill in the upcoming session to "to change the taxes and fees." Sounds a little like campaign season politicking to me. Welch, if you recall, said he … Continue reading Welch proposes changes to HRTA →

Your News IQ score

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Quick report: Willoughby Spit Fish Fry

I stopped by the Willoughby Spit Civic League Fish Fry Wednesday evening, where Barbara Saunders, former (and future?) candidate for City Council in Ward 1, is the new civic league president. Also there was 6th Senate District incumbent Nick Rerras and 87th House District challenger Hank Giffin. While I didn't have a chance to talk … Continue reading Quick report: Willoughby Spit Fish Fry →

Surprise – NOT! HRTA approves fees

The Virginian Pilot is reporting that the Hampton Roads Transportation Authority approved the list of taxes and fees to provide money for local transportation projects. As expected, they voted to delay implementation until 4/1/08, in order to give the General Assembly time to make adjustments to the mix. As it stands, here are the new … Continue reading Surprise – NOT! HRTA approves fees →

Miller office opening

Some 200 supporters turned out last night for the official office opening of John Miller, Democratic candidate in the 1st Senate district. On hand to offer remarks was Senator Creigh Deeds. Announced at the event last night was the endorsement of Miller by the Virginia Education Association. VEA President Princess Moss was on hand to … Continue reading Miller office opening →