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James River gets a “C” grade for health
The James River, for the 14th consecutive year, maintained the highest health score of any major tributary of the Chesapeake Bay, according to the James River Association, a nonprofit that monitors and advocates for the river and its tributaries. The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Sciences recently released its 2023-24 Chesapeake Bay and Watershed […]
NAACP Middlesex Branch presents play depicting arrest of woman defending her rights
This past Saturday, July 20, the Middlesex Branch of the NAACP honored the late Irene Morgan with a reenactment of her arrest on July 16, 1944. This arrest that happened in Saluda set the stage for Rosa Parks. During the reenactment, Irene Morgan was played by Middlesex County resident Cynthia...
Hampton Sheriff’s Office opens center to help former inmates upon release from jail
HAMPTON — Sheriff Karen Bowden has for years wanted to do more to prevent formerly incarcerated individuals from sliding back into a life of crime. On Thursday, she unveiled her solution. The Sheriff’s Office launched a new initiative to help incarcerated individuals leaving jail reintegrate into the community. It’s called the Sheriff’s Transition and Reentry Center — the STAR Center — and ...
Six St. Mary’s College Sailors Land on ICSA All-Academic Team
RESCUE, Va. – The Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association (ICSA) proudly announced the 2024 ICSA All-Academic Team Wednesday afternoon (July 24) and six members of the St. Mary's College of Maryland sailing earned a spot on the All-Academic Team. The ICSA All-Academic Team recognizes juniors and seniors who have participated as a competitor or alternate in seven regattas during the 2023-24 season and have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.3 or higher. Madison Bashaw '24 (Newport Beach, Calif./Newport Harbor), Lily Flack '24 (Stonington, Conn./Marine Science Magnet), Dexter Mueller '24 (Takoma Park, Md./Montgomery Blair), junior Lillian Newman (Annapolis, Md./Broadneck), Rachel O'Neill...
EOD Mobile Unit 2 holds change of command ceremony
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Cmdr. Andrew Giacomucci assumed command of Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 2 (EODMU 2) during a change of command ceremony at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, July 18, 2024. Giacomucci relieved Cmdr. Nick Quihuis as commanding officer of EODMU 2 in front of family, friends and service members. Quihuis was in command of the unit from Nov. 2022 to July 2024.
Volunteers with 'ROC The Block' work to clean up Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH, Va. — More than 100 volunteers with the Portsmouth organization "ROC The Block" worked to better the Prentis Park neighborhood Wednesday. As the name states, organizers work to "Reclaim Our Community." Portsmouth Mayor Shannon Glover said the volunteers had two goals: to clean up the neighborhood and engage...
Former Churchland High star Kenny Gallop Jr. ‘still hungry’ after breakout season with Howard University
NORFOLK — Before each season, Howard University defensive back Kenny Gallop Jr. puts together a checklist of things that he wants to accomplish. “I always have like a goal list that motivates me,” said Gallop, who starred at Churchland High in Portsmouth. “I have some on my phone when I wake up. I have some in my locker. So it’s always there as motivation.” Last season, Gallop accomplished ...
Evaluating Norfolk State’s first day of football practice: QB update, new arrivals, returning experience
NORFOLK — Norfolk State essentially started its 2024 football season on Wednesday with the opening of fall practice at Dick Price Stadium. The Spartans are exactly a month away from their season opener against Florida A&M in Atlanta on Aug. 24. While there may have been some rust to kick off during day one, head coach Dawson Odums said the important thing is the early execution was there. ...
Hampton Carousel to have free rides Thursday for National Carousel Day
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — Haven’t checked out the recently restored Hampton Carousel? Thursday could be your day. The carousel is offering free rides all day (11 a.m. to 8 p.m.) to celebrate National Carousel Day. Tickets are usually a dollar per ride. The historic carousel is still located...
17 out of 23 horses need rehabilitation after scoring low in welfare check in EC
PASQUOTANK COUNTY, N.C. (WAVY) — Twenty-three horses were evaluated in Elizabeth City after the Pasquotank County Sheriff’s Office received a call concerning their welfare on Thursday. The horses were ranked on a scale of 1-9, with 1 being poor and 9 being “extremely fat”. The horses ranked an average of 1.9 by the U.S. Equine […]
‘Tragic loss’: Virginia state lawmaker comments on teen’s shooting death in Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - A lawmaker in Virginia is asking for help after a teen from his state was killed in a Myrtle Beach shooting. Virginia State Delegate Sam Rasoul, a Democrat who represents Roanoke, released a statement on the death of 16-year-old Jakolbi Taylor on Wednesday. MORE COVERAGE...
Thousands watch Chincoteague wild ponies complete 99th annual swim in Virginia
CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. -- Thousands of people gathered in Virginia to watch the Chincoteague wild ponies make their annual swim across the Assateague Channel, the 99th year of the popular tradition. The ponies made the short swim across the channel Wednesday as the crowd erupted in cheers. Foal No. 6 was...
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