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Labor, Navy Secretaries Tout Workforce Development, National Security During Apprentice School Visit
Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su and Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro joined U.S. Rep. Bobby Scott and Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones yesterday on a tour of the Apprentice School in Newport News. They got to see first-hand how the nation’s preeminent apprenticeship program is making the construction of the Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) John F. Kennedy, one of the world’s most capable and adaptable aircraft carriers, possible.
Waterworks Warns Customers of Scammers
Newport News Waterworks wants all our customers to be safe. We’ve received reports of people falsely claiming to be water service representatives, needing to test home tap water. This is NOT TRUE. If there were any water issues, you would be informed through official public notifications. Don’t fall prey...
William & Mary coasts to 41-7 win over VMI in teams’ 2024 season opener
William & Mary got out to a 21-0 lead in the first quarter with two long drives and a blocked punt, and cruised from there to a 41-7 win over VMI in the teams’ season opener Thursday night in Williamsburg. The Tribe, ranked in both of the FCS preseason...
Council bids farewell to Retiring Police Officer Jackson
Suffolk City Council said farewell to a city mainstay during their Wednesday, Aug. 21 council meeting. Retired Suffolk Police Department Officer Junius H. Jackson III was given heartfelt goodbyes and gratitude for his 28 years of service as a Building Safety Officer for Suffolk City Hall and 45 years and eight months as an SPD […] The post Council bids farewell to Retiring Police Officer Jackson appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk Center reopens Gift Shop featuring Local Artists
The Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts has announced that its in-house gift shop will reopen this fall. The shop, now named “110 FINNEY ~ Creative Gifts with an Artful Edge,” will be located in the same space as the former Jester’s Gallery Gifts, which closed during the COVID-19 pandemic and the Center’s $4.5 million renovation. […] The post Suffolk Center reopens Gift Shop featuring Local Artists appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Revitalizing downtown, bringing in 'new dollars' a big goal behind Norfolk's many projects
NORFOLK, Va. — Growing and revitalizing the City of Norfolk is the purpose behind many of the major projects across the city. Sean Washington, the head of economic development for the city, says the goal is to revitalize downtown. Along with other areas, like Military Circle Mall, in order to drive tourism and business.
Storm knocks steeple off Nokesville church; thousands still without power across Northern Virginia
Thousands were still without power across Northern Virginia this morning after Thursday evening thunderstorms downed trees, flooded roads, dropped ping-pong sized hail in Sterling and knocked the steeple off a church in Nokesville. As of 11 a.m., Dominion Energy, Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative and the Rappahannock Electric Cooperative reported about...
North Carolina police searching for suspect in attempted first-degree murder case
HERTFORD COUNTY, N.C. (WAVY) — Police are searching for a suspect facing charges of attempted first-degree murder in Ahoskie, police said. On Tuesday, the Ahoskie Police Department responded to the 300 block of West Church Street in reference to a shooting. When officers arrived on scene, they were met with two victims suffering from injuries. […]
NW Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland At Risk for Hail, Severe Weather Saturday
Baltimore, MD – Severe thunderstorms are expected to hit the Baltimore area this Saturday afternoon, bringing with them the potential for damaging winds, large hail, and power outages. Residents across western Maryland, eastern West Virginia, and northwestern Virginia are advised to stay weather-aware throughout the day. According to the...
Week 1 Thursday night high school football recap
HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) — A number of Hampton Roads-area high school football teams began their seasons Thursday. Watch the highlights in the video above, and check out the results below. Scoreboard Tallwood 0Green Run 54 Salem 28Kempsville 14 Landstown 0Cox 38 Kellam 34First Colonial 14 Princess Anne 0Bayside 50 Woodside 19Hampton 25 (2 OT) […]
Labor Day weekend deals: Consumer tips to save in the DMV
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Labor Day weekend offers retailers another holiday to promote discounts in-stores, visits to local parks and attractions. As costs continue to burden families, DC News Now found some timely picks to save some cash for Labor Day weekend. “We all want to enjoy those experiences out there; whether it’s going […]
Boar’s Head Virginia Plant Apparently Received Multiple Citations
JARRATT, Va. – By now, you may have heard about the listeria outbreak believed to be connected to Boar’s Head deli meats. Well, it has been learned that dead bugs and mold were found at the plant in Virginia. Between August of last year and August of this year, federal meat inspectors documented black mold […] The post Boar’s Head Virginia Plant Apparently Received Multiple Citations appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Soggy Labor Day Weekend will help drought conditions ahead of cooler temps next week
Friday will be a muggy and warm day with temps rising into the upper 80s. Dew points in the oppressive zone will give us that late summer feel. Remember to stay hydrated especially if you plan on being outside for most of the day. With the heat and humidity of the day, a few pop-up […]
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