Cashing in on blight

The front page of today's Virginian Pilot carries the above headline. It is part one of a three part series on CM Development. Even before I read the story, I figured I knew who it was about. Tomorrow's article will be about the players, and gives this hint: In his years of investing with the … Continue reading Cashing in on blight →

The proper way to hang a confederate flag

AP Photo of art exhibit entitled "The Proper Way to Hang a Confederate Flag" The story is here. Seems that this exhibit has caused an uproar around the internet. Tallahassee.com has covered this story from the beginning (1, 2). Google the title of the exhibit and you'll find tons of articles and blog entries. Among … Continue reading The proper way to hang a confederate flag →

OTR: 03/18/07

This week's On the Record features Pastor Princella Johnson of Suffolk talking about something often not discussed: HIV/AIDS in the black community. Joining her will be a black woman, who contracted the disease 19 years ago. Also on tap is a discussion about universal education for 4 year-olds. Catch OTR with host Joel Rubin Sunday … Continue reading OTR: 03/18/07 →

An Irish Prayer

One of my clients sent this to me years ago. It hangs on my wall, as a source of inspiration 🙂 May those who love us, love us And those that don’t love us, May God turn their hearts; And if He doesn’t turn their hearts, May He turn their ankles, So we’ll know them … Continue reading An Irish Prayer →

Norfolk Ford plant closing end of June

The Virginian Pilot is reporting that the Norfolk Ford plant will be closing the last week of June. The plant, which employed about 2,400 workers when its closing was announced last April, now has about 1,100 employees.

Consistency: voter file access and redistricting

Back in 2005, the Democratic Caucus of the House of Delegates asked the Democratic Party of Virginia to not share its voter file with anyone challenging an incumbent. At the time, it only affected two people: Don McEachin and Keela Boose. McEachin, a former delegate looking to reclaim his seat, won his primary and Keela … Continue reading Consistency: voter file access and redistricting →

Make a joyful noise…NOT!

Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. Serve the Lord with gladness; come before his presence with singing. - Psalm 100 Ever since Holy Temple Ministries decided to build a church on Great Bridge Blvd. in Chesapeake, there have been problems. First, the community tried to keep the church from being built. … Continue reading Make a joyful noise…NOT! →

How in the heck?

From the Virginian-Pilot: A woman has been sentenced to two years in prison for fraudulently taking welfare benefits for 15 years. This week, a judge ordered Carrie Bailey, 51, to repay $245,058 and prohibited her from getting public assistance again. It's the county's largest welfare scam in terms of money ordered to be repaid, said … Continue reading How in the heck? →

Freeman ousted as coach at NSU

Not unexpected, the Virginian-Pilot is reporting that Dwight Freeman's contract will not be renewed. Freeman has coached the men's basketball team for five years and compiled an overall 63-83 record.

ODU men lose to Butler

The Monarchs bowed out in the first round of the NCAA tournament, losing to Butler, 57-46. The Monarchs were seeded 12th, while Butler is the 5th seed in the Midwest Region. Congrats to the men for making it to the tournament.