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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 ...
Drunken Antics At Solomons Tiki Bar Lands Pair From Virginia Behind Bars: Sheriff
Craig Michael Conway, 53, and Alina Pitts, 30, both of Arlington, got some beer muscles while at the Tiki Bar on Charles Street in Solomons, landing them both behind bars. According to the Charles County Sheriff's Office, deputies were called to investigate an active fight in progress at the popular bar, and upon arrival found Conway accosting and approaching on security staff.
Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund passes $280K in awards
Franklin Baptist Church recently awarded its annual scholarships, continuing a unique ministry that has had a remarkable impact over the last 20 years. The Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund was established in 2005 and since then has allowed for the presentation of 159 scholarships to members of the church. The scholarships have had a combined […] The post Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund passes $280K in awards appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Spartans Tally Several ITA Academic Awards
NORFOLK, Va. – The Norfolk State men's and women's tennis teams earned several academic awards from the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA), including All-Academic Team honors for both the men's and women's programs. To be named an ITA All-Academic Team, programs must have a team grade point average (GPA) of...
Pungo Ferry Bridge closes briefly after tugboat hit
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Pungo Ferry Road at the Pungo Ferry Bridge closed briefly on Friday after it was hit by a tugboat. No injuries or damage to the boat were reported, according to the Virginia Beach Fire Department. The captain self-reported to the Coast Guard and the bridge was shut down to check for structural integrity.
Firefighter killed in Franklin County crash; charges pending against driver
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - A volunteer firefighter was killed in a crash in Franklin County that’s being investigated by Virginia State Police. Sherman Dale Mason, 43 of Penhook, died at the scene of the crash, according to police. The crash occurred July 24 at 6:30 a.m. on Sontag...
Jackson Holliday, other Norfolk Tides players aware of rumors as trade deadline nears. ‘I don’t live in a cave.’
NORFOLK — Some online speculation has Jackson Holliday going to the Detroit Tigers. Other proposals have him landing with the Chicago White Sox. Another online report called Holliday, a Norfolk Tides middle infielder and the top prospect in the Baltimore Orioles’ organization, “the most untouchable prospect in baseball,” an indication that the 20-year-old is likely staying put. But as Major ...
Virginia students to benefit from record-breaking USDA farm-to-school investment
WASHINGTON (VR) — A historic investment by the U.S. Department of Agriculture is helping connect more Virginia students to agriculture by building healthier communities and lifelong learning opportunities. Virginia will benefit from a record-breaking $14.3 million investment in Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grants awarded to 154 projects in 43 states, Guam and Puerto Rico. These funds […] The post Virginia students to benefit from record-breaking USDA farm-to-school investment appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Virginia General Fund Revenues Complete Fiscal Year 2024 $1.2 Billion Ahead of the Official Forecast
RICHMOND, VA (VR) – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that Virginia’s general fund revenues ended fiscal year 2024 $1.2 billion over the official revenue forecast. For the full fiscal year, overall general fund revenue collections grew 5.5 percent, well above the 1.3 percent increase assumed in the official forecast. The official forecast incorporated $525 million of excess […] The post Virginia General Fund Revenues Complete Fiscal Year 2024 $1.2 Billion Ahead of the Official Forecast appeared first on The Virginian Review.
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