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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...
Man sentenced in Mathews County after pleading guilty to shooting into vehicle
MATHEWS COUNTY, Va. (WAVY) — A man in Mathews County was found guilty and sentenced to serve two years in prison on gun charges on Tuesday. 27-year-old Daniel Miller pleaded guilty to reckless handling of a firearm, two counts of brandishing a firearm and maliciously shooting or throwing a missile at a vehicle. Miller was […]
Youngkin approves changes to animal waste rules aimed at reducing groundwater pollution; more …
Dominion customers’ bills to rise for offshore project costs. Red-tailed hawk to be released at Smith Park on the Roanoke River Greenway. Five citizens sue Salem City Council, HopeTree over rezoning.
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...
Back-to-school dates announced for southern West Virginia
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Back-to-school dates were announced for counties in West Virginia and Virginia. The dates can be found on the school calendars at each of the counties Board of Education websites. The 2024-2025 back-to-school dates for counties in southern West Virginia and Virginia include: August 15, 2024 August 19, 2024 August 22, 2024 […]
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