"Simple as that. It was human error." The City of Virginia Beach is trying to recoup $600,000 from a company in California that was mistakenly wired the money in early 2005. The man who runs the company has only a single asset: his home, worth $1 million but it has a first mortgage of $500,000 … Continue reading Va Beach: $600,000 oops!
Heretick announces bid for VA Senate
Portsmouth City Council member Steve Heretick has announced his bid for the Virginia Senate for the seat currently occupied by Fred Quayle (R-13).
Joannou challenger
I understand that Delegate Johnny Joannou (D-79th) is going to be facing a challenger this year for his seat. The person mentioned is a fellow Democrat who lives in Norfolk. Will update this once more information comes to light.
Rocket launched from Wallops Island
An Air Force rocket, carrying two small satellites, was launched today from Wallops Island. I don't have anything to add to the story - but it is a pretty cool picture 😉
OTR: 12/17/06
This week's On the Record will feature a discussion about transportation. Joining host Joel Rubin will be Dennis Heuer, VDOT District Administrator for Hampton Roads. As the topic shifts to the need for more broadbased leadership, Rubin and Heuer will be joined by Susan Timmons of Lead Virginia and Capt. Scott Pollpeter, commander of Naval … Continue reading OTR: 12/17/06
And it’s all about the VA Senate race
Stuff that came out while I was at a party tonight: Salon's Person of the Year - S. R. Sidarth #3 Video of 2006 on YouTube "Macaca" most politically incorrect word (via NLS) Amazing, isn't it?
JibJab reviews 2006
Really, really funny video that I was emailed today. I see Terry blogged about it yesterday. (Gotta love that search function on BlogNetNews 🙂 )
More Ford news
Norfolk Ford Plant employees will be eligible for adjustment assistance under the Trade Act of 1974, according to an announcement by Governor Tim Kaine today. According to the release, the Federal Trade Act assistance "opens doors to a key set of healthcare, training and extended jobless benefits." The press release indicates that companies that supply … Continue reading More Ford news
Kaine proposes tax elimination for working poor, other budget amendments
Governor Tim Kaine has proposed an elimination of the income tax on the poorest Virginians. Individuals with an income less than $12,000 and married couples making less than $24,000 would not pay state income taxes starting Jan. 1, 2008. Under current law, income taxes are assessed for individuals making $7,000 and couples who earn $14,000. … Continue reading Kaine proposes tax elimination for working poor, other budget amendments
John Warner is running
According to the Virginian-Pilot, John Warner will be running in 2008. Because of "the ever-increasing complexity of our nation's security situation.... I have decided to devote my full time to security responsibilities in the Senate and the demands of a vigorous and challenging re-election campaign." OK, so where does that leave everybody? My predictions: No … Continue reading John Warner is running
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