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Council paves way for concrete ready-mix plant
The Suffolk City Council unanimously approved a conditional use permit request submitted by Stephen Render of TCS Materials, LLC, on behalf of Vulcan Lands Inc. to establish a concrete ready-mix plant on property located at 1273 Portsmouth Blvd within the designated area of the Cypress borough. Director of Planning and Community Development Kevin Wyne noted […] The post Council paves way for concrete ready-mix plant appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SPS continues to provide students with free breakfast and lunch
Suffolk Public Schools is reminding families that daily free school meals are available for their students. SPS Nutritional Service Department says that they provide “over 55 percent of their students on a daily basis.” and are aiming to continue their efforts to help families struggling with increased food costs. SPS Coordinator for Nutritional Services Angela […] The post SPS continues to provide students with free breakfast and lunch appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Latest update on 2045 Comprehensive Plan presented to council
Suffolk Planning and Community Development returned to provide data and the next steps in the development of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. Suffolk City Council observed a report on the plan during their Wednesday, January 27 work session, which detailed options and strategies ahead of its future adoption in the Spring/Summer timeframe of this year. During […] The post Latest update on 2045 Comprehensive Plan presented to council appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Pleas sets another round of “Conversations”
This year, Suffolk’s Commonwealth’s Attorney will be ready to hear from you once again. Commonwealth’s Attorney Narendra R. Pleas will be making rounds through the city of Suffolk for her Conversations with the Commonwealth’s Attorney to discuss her duties and service to the community. Each session is set to begin at 6:00 p.m. lasting approximately […] The post Pleas sets another round of “Conversations” appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Super load coming through Suffolk could cause delays
A super load move involving the hauling of a transformer could cause delays in traffic on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, between 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., according to a press release from the City of Suffolk. The move will come from Norfolk and travel through Suffolk westbound on Route 58 to Isle of Wight County. […] The post Super load coming through Suffolk could cause delays appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Closing bell: Wall Street Cafe shutters
Suffolk’s Wall Street Cafe says goodbye. In a Thursday, Jan. 18 social media post on the official Facebook page, the cafe announced it will be closed for business. While the 347 N. Main St location closed back in April, the cafe’s 118 W. Washington St. location closed its doors last Friday, Jan. 19. Owned by […] The post Closing bell: Wall Street Cafe shutters appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
NSA Art Show returns to showcase local, regional artists
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is gearing up for another year of celebrating regional art and creativity. The 2024 Nansemond-Suffolk Academy Art Show and Sale will be held from Saturday, Jan. 27, through Sunday, Feb. 4, located at 3373 Pruden Blvd. The Sponsor’s Reception will be hosted from 6:30 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 26, with the […] The post NSA Art Show returns to showcase local, regional artists appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Solar Facility request fizzles out at Council
A conditional use permit for a new solar energy facility failed to meet the mark. During Suffolk City Council’s Wednesday, Jan. 17 meeting, an ordinance was observed to consider establishing a solar facility on property located on Hosier Rd within the Agricultural District. Submitted by Onur Ozdemir of Switchgrass Solar LLC, the 49-megawatt solar facility […] The post Solar Facility request fizzles out at Council appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Funding boost for Route 460 improvements
Suffolk City Council gave the green light to accept funding from the Virginia Port Authority for their Route 460 Improvements project. Observing their consent agenda during their Wednesday, Jan. 17 council meeting held at City Hall Chambers, council members accepted $1,000,000 for designing roadway improvements for Route 460 and its intersection with the U.S. 58 […] The post Funding boost for Route 460 improvements appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Unstoppable Inspiration: Edward Woodis continues to inspire NRHS band students
Suffolk Public Schools’ Edward Woodis continues to inspire his students. The Nansemond River High School Band Director has been the school’s musical backbone for 23 years. Since his start in 2001, Woodis has been in charge of the band program, leading both NRHS marching and concert bands. Likewise, Woodis also started both the school’s jazz […] The post Unstoppable Inspiration: Edward Woodis continues to inspire NRHS band students appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Wagons of Hope provide safe grocery transportation
A new non-profit in Suffolk found a unique way of helping those in need. Launched by Suffolk Events and Entertainment, Inc., Wagons of Hope provided carrying carts to assist walking customers in transporting groceries safely. On Thursday, Jan. 18, the organization partnered with East End Baptist Church’s food bank, Solomon’s Porch, during its mini-mart food […] The post Wagons of Hope provide safe grocery transportation appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Stop light enforcement cameras near implementation
Many in Suffolk have been anticipating the implementation of red light enforcement cameras ever since the city’s school bus stop arm and work, and school zone cameras went live in late 2023. However, Suffolk Director of Public Works Robert Lewis told the Suffolk City Council Wednesday, Jan. 17, that the red light cameras are still […] The post Stop light enforcement cameras near implementation appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Woman accused of killing a Portsmouth woman in Norfolk’s Downtown Tunnel turns herself into police
On Jan. 22, 2024, at approximately 10:48 a.m., VSP reports Dominique C. Goodwin turned herself into Norfolk Police at the Norfolk Police Department Police Operations Center, located at 3661 E. Virginia Beach Boulevard. Goodwin was taken into custody and warrants were served. Goodwin was wanted for causing the fatal crash that killed Shelby Riddick Walker […] The post Woman accused of killing a Portsmouth woman in Norfolk’s Downtown Tunnel turns herself into police appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SPD and SFD investigate bomb threat at Col. Fred Cherry Middle School
Suffolk Police and Suffolk Fire and Rescue are investigating a bomb threat at Col. Fred Cherry Middle School, which took place on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024. Suffolk Fire and Rescue, the Suffolk Fire Marshal’s Office, and Suffolk Police responded to the scene at approximately 11:50 a.m. following notification from school administrators. No injuries were reported. […] The post SPD and SFD investigate bomb threat at Col. Fred Cherry Middle School appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk man jumps off JRB to avoid arrest, police say
Police say a Suffolk man fleeing arrest jumped off the James River Bridge Monday morning to avoid capture. According to VSP, a DMV special agent observed a 2021 Hyundai sedan driving recklessly in the northbound lanes of the James River Bridge (JRB). The DMV agent attempted to stop the vehicle, but Golden refused to stop. […] The post Suffolk man jumps off JRB to avoid arrest, police say appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SPD and SPS investigating an alleged threat against Nansemond River High School
In a message to parents, Nansemond River High School received a threat against the school via social media. T “Over the weekend, the school and school division was made aware of a social media post with an alleged threat to Nansemond River High School,” the letter read. “Once the report was received, the Suffolk Police […] The post SPD and SPS investigating an alleged threat against Nansemond River High School appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Extended oversize truck restrictions for US 460 East
The Suffolk Public Works Department has extended the oversized truck restrictions on US 460 East through April 30, 2024. Initially implemented on Aug. 15, 2023, the restrictions prohibit loads over 12 feet wide from traveling through this section. For more information, contact the Public Works Permit Office at 757-514-7606 or email pwhaulingpermits@suffolkva.us The post Extended oversize truck restrictions for US 460 East appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Ring them: The Nansemond River girls track and field received state championship rings
The Nansemond River girls track and field team received some hardware to commemorate their 2022-2023 championship at the conclusion of the girls’ basketball game against Lakeland Friday night. The post Ring them: The Nansemond River girls track and field received state championship rings appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
HII awarded $197 million contract to support joint force readiness, work to be performed in Suffolk
MCLEAN — HII (NYSE: HII) announced on Jan. 19, 2024, that its Mission Technologies division was awarded a $197 million recompete task order contract to conduct research and development for the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE), which blends live and virtual training into a single synthetic environment that enables joint force readiness. The task order […] The post HII awarded $197 million contract to support joint force readiness, work to be performed in Suffolk appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
KIDZ BOP Tour headed to Virginia Beach
KIDZ BOP LIVE 2024 is taking over Virginia Beach this summer. On Friday, Jan. 19, KIDZ BOP, the #1 kids’ music brand, and Live Nation announced an all-new tour, KIDZ BOP LIVE 2024. On the heels of last year’s successful 60+ date run, the ultimate pop concert for kids is heading to Veterans United Home […] The post KIDZ BOP Tour headed to Virginia Beach appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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