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Southern Maryland ag center sits at crossroads
HUGHESVILLE, Md. — As they work to finally build a regional agricultural center after years of delay, Southern Maryland officials now find themselves straddling two different visions for the project while the clock ticks on a key piece of state funding. St. Mary’s County is quickly nearing the bidding...
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.
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...
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