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Bacteria Concerns Lead to Swimming Ban at Virginia Beach Oceanfront
A swimming advisory has been issued for a key section of the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. The advisory spans from 22nd Street to 37th Street, covering popular tourist spots like the Neptune Statue and the bustling boardwalk. The Virginia Department of Health issued the advisory after routine tests showed high levels...
Hearing canceled on proposal to let Surry supervisors have concealed guns at meetings
An Aug. 1 public hearing on proposed revisions to a Surry County ordinance that would allow county supervisors to bring concealed guns to board meetings has been canceled “due to the required timeline for public notices,” according to a July 26 announcement on the county’s website. At the start of a July 18 work session, […]
Former SHS football standout remembered for his ‘big heart’ on anniversary of unsolved double homicide
July 18 marked a grim anniversary for Derek Holmes. A year ago on that date, police found 22-year-old Kyonne Edwards, Holmes’ best friend and former football teammate from their time at Smithfield High School, shot to death at Jersey Park Apartments in town. Holmes remembers the day beginning with the sound of his sister’s voice […]
Man killed by Virginia Beach police had attacked mother before, court records say
A 22-year-old man shot and killed by Virginia Beach police officers responding to a domestic stabbing last weekend had previously attacked his mother with scissors, according to court records. Virginia Beach police said they were called July 20 to a home in the 4100 block of White Beam Court for a report of a stabbing. When officers arrived, they were confronted by Marques Hasbrouck, who was ...
Pair of manatees spotted in the Hague in Norfolk
Two manatees were spotted Thursday morning in the Hague, a relatively rare sight in the Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk. The sea cows were spotted about 10 a.m. by a Daily Press/Virginian-Pilot staff photographer, who said they were about 6-8 feet long, from the Hague’s pedestrian bridge. A small group of people stopped to watch as the pair floated in the Hague. Just three weeks ago, a manatee ...
Meet the 6 Hampton Roads Olympic athletes competing in the 2024 Paris Games
The long-awaited 2024 Summer Olympics are set to kick off in Paris on Friday, July 26. These six outstanding Hampton Roads athletes will be competing on the global stage. Sophia Luwis (William & Mary) Sport: Rowing. Sophia Luwis’s journey to the 2024 Paris Olympics began in Williamsburg when she joined...
The doctor won’t see you now: Sentara responds to critics
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Sentara Health is responding to critics who claim it should be investing more money in programs and people as local patients tire of hearing that “the doctor won’t see you now.”. While the doctor shortage is a nationwide problem, at the local level...
Suffolk Farmers Market in photos
Photo Submissions: Katharine Gallotta Saturday, July 20 saw residents come out for the Suffolk Farmers Market, located at the Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion, continuing to offer a variety of local fresh produce and handmade crafts for the Suffolk community. Along with Hack Gallotta checking out the sheep and deer hide/skins available for purchase by Mickey […] The post Suffolk Farmers Market in photos appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Police: 13-year-old girl shot on W. 26th St. in Norfolk
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — A 13-year-old girl was shot Friday evening on W. 26th St. in Norfolk, police said. The girl was taken to the hospital with what are considered to be non life-threatening wounds, Norfolk Police said. The call for the shooting came in around 8:40 p.m. Police...
Virginia Beach’s economic development director has resigned
VIRGINIA BEACH — In less than six months after taking the role of economic development director for Virginia Beach, Charles “Chuck” Rigney has resigned. Rigney put in his notice of resignation on Wednesday, city spokesperson Tiffany Russell confirmed in an email. Rigney was hired by the city in March 2023 and had been director of economic development since February. Deputy City Manager Amanda ...
City of Virginia Beach sues insulin makers over pricing
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The City of Virginia Beach says it is suing insulin makers for insulin pricing. In a statement to 13News Now, a city spokesperson said it provides "critical" health services for over 450,000 residents and maintains a self-insured health plan. The spokesperson said it cost the City over $9 million to provide diabetes medications to its more than 5,900 health plan subscribers and their dependents between 2018 and 2022.
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