Abuser fees beneficial to developers

So says Timothy P. Carney in this op-ed. For years, Virginia developers have been pouring millions of dollars into the coffers of Republican, Democratic, and Independent candidates as well as referendum committees trying to secure dedicated sources of road funding. [...] What’s going on here... is an attempt by the developers to externalize their costs. … Continue reading Abuser fees beneficial to developers →

AMERIGROUP CEO: “Let’s fix healthcare”

Last week, the CEO of Virginia Beach-based AMERIGROUP had an op-ed printed in the Virginian Pilot. Jeffrey L. McWaters' company brings health care services to about 1.5 million low-income Americans enrolled in publicly funded programs such as Medicaid, so his take on the issue of health care for the estimated 45 million uninsured is an … Continue reading AMERIGROUP CEO: “Let’s fix healthcare” →

On the mend: Morroy and O’Leary

Nothing is more difficult than having had a close relationship with someone and having something come up that causes a split. Such is the case with Arlington Commissioner of the Revenue Ingrid Morroy and Treasurer Frank O'Leary. From a recent article: They were elected in 2003, and were slated to run together this year, as … Continue reading On the mend: Morroy and O’Leary →

The Pulpit Speaks: August 9, 1958

An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. In 1937, a doctor looked at a young man who had, only a few minutes before, been struck by a taxi cab. His two front teeth were gone, his back was bruised, and … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: August 9, 1958 →

What animal are you?

You're a Horse! Versatile, powerful, and true, you have quite a reputation for hard work and a certain unbridled spirit. Many look up to you as an example of what people can really become, though somewhere deep down, you admit to feeling a little bit broken. You hate racing, but are still exceptionally good at … Continue reading What animal are you? →

Mick Meyer for Delegate breakfast

Delegate Lionell Spruill Sr. sponsored a breakfast this morning for Democratic candidate in the 78th district, Mick Meyer. In attendance were folks from all over the region, including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Suffolk and Chesapeake. A number of Chesapeake's elected Democrats were there, including Clerk of Court Faye Mitchell, School Board member Dr. Sheila Hill, Council … Continue reading Mick Meyer for Delegate breakfast →

John Miller canvass with Creigh Deeds tomorrow!

Looking to help out the John Miller for Senate campaign? Join him, along with Senate Creigh Deeds, for canvassing tomorrow! When: Saturday, July 28, 11am - 2pm Where: Campaign HQ - 2 Hidenwood Shopping Center, Newport News, VA 23606 (Corner of Hiden Blvd and Warwick Blvd) More info: Jennifer (757) 594-0911 Technorati Tags: John Miller … Continue reading John Miller canvass with Creigh Deeds tomorrow! →

Rerras speaking at RPVB breakfast

Tomorrow morning, State Senator Nick Rerras (R-6th) will be the speaker at the Republican Party of Virginia Beach's breakfast. The meeting is at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 4453 Bonney Road, Virginia Beach. 8:00 AM, doors open, 8:30 AM. Now I understand that the meetings are for Republicans only and that no recording devices are allowed. … Continue reading Rerras speaking at RPVB breakfast →

Taking it too far

A Navy man stationed at the AEGIS Training and Readiness Center in Dahlgren, VA got into a dispute with a Texas man online. Instead of just ignoring the guy, he got into his car and drove to Texas, where he set the man's trailer on fire. Now he has been sentenced to 7 years in … Continue reading Taking it too far →

Discrimination charged

The Justice Department has filed suit against a Virginia Beach apartment complex owner, according to this article in the Virginian Pilot. The Department's complaint, filed in federal district court in Norfolk on Wednesday, alleges that the defendants discriminated against black tenants by imposing different terms and conditions on them, including restrictive rules and regulations prohibiting … Continue reading Discrimination charged →