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Solenis to invest $193 Million in Suffolk expansion
Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced in a Thursday, Jan. 11 press release that Solenis, a leading global producer of specialty chemicals for water-intensive industries, will invest $193 million to expand its operation in the City of Suffolk. The company will build a new 80,000-square-foot production facility, packaging facility, and tank farm and add a new rail […] The post Solenis to invest $193 Million in Suffolk expansion appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
John F Kennedy Middle School receives another safety threat
According to SPS, JFK Middle School received a threat to the building. Suffolk Police, Suffolk Fire and Rescue, and the Suffolk Fire Marshal’s Office responded to the school at approximately 8:45 a.m., and as a precautionary measure, students have been evacuated from the premises, and a thorough building sweep is being carried out with the […] The post John F Kennedy Middle School receives another safety threat appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
S. Delois Mayes Foundation’s annual celebration of service set for Monday
The S. Delois Mayes Scholarship Foundation will be honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. while celebrating Suffolk community leaders. The foundation will hold its 10th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Event at 10 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 15, at the Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront at 5921 Harbour View […] The post S. Delois Mayes Foundation’s annual celebration of service set for Monday appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Ventura Foods initiates voluntary recall on Publix Deli Carolina-Style Mustard BBQ Sauce
Ventura Foods of Brea, California, has initiated a voluntary recall on Publix Deli Carolina-Style Mustard BBQ Sauce sold exclusively at Publix Super Markets, Inc. because it contains Traditional Sweet and spicy BBQ Sauce that may contain a fish (anchovy) allergen that is not declared on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity […] The post Ventura Foods initiates voluntary recall on Publix Deli Carolina-Style Mustard BBQ Sauce appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Baker celebrates return to Suffolk Electoral Board
Rev. Isaac Baker of Metropolitan Baptist Church is celebrating his return as Suffolk Electoral Board Secretary. Previously serving as Board Secretary for three years, Baker was reappointed for another three-year term by Judge Carl E. Eason on Wednesday, Dec. 20, following recommendations from the Suffolk Democratic Committee. Baker’s term went into effect on Monday, Jan. […] The post Baker celebrates return to Suffolk Electoral Board appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Power companies continue to work to restore power
After yesterday’s severe thunderstorm, regional power companies are working hard to restore power. Dominion Energy, Community Electric Cooperative, and Franklin Power and Light each shared details on the number of outages that the Tuesday, Jan. 9 storm accumulated and the work to get everyone’s electricity up and running. Dominion Energy Senior Communications Specialist, Media Relations […] The post Power companies continue to work to restore power appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Power outage closes Southwestern Elementary Wednesday
According to SPS, Southwestern Elementary School will be closed on Wednesday due to a power outage at the school. No other details have been provided. The post Power outage closes Southwestern Elementary Wednesday appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Check your Mega Millions ticket, winner sold in Suffolk
Somewhere in Suffolk, there is a ticket from Tuesday night’s Mega Millions drawing that is now worth $3 million according to the Virginia Lottery. The winning ticket matched the first five winning numbers and missed only the Mega Ball number. Normally that would win $1 million. However, whoever bought this ticket spent an extra dollar […] The post Check your Mega Millions ticket, winner sold in Suffolk appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Three vehicle accident shuts down Highway 58
According to city officials, due to a three-vehicle accident at approximately 5:29 a.m. in the area of South Quay Road and Old South Quay Road along Highway 58 has been shut down. One individual was transported to a local hospital with unknown injuries. Both East and Westbound lanes at South Quay Rd. reopened as of […] The post Three vehicle accident shuts down Highway 58 appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
City prepares to implement the Marcus Alert System
The Suffolk Police Department aims to have a city-local plan to help with mental health emergencies. The Marcus Alert System is a program that enhances services for individuals suffering through a mental health crisis as well as substance use or developmental disability. The system is designed to aid 911 dispatchers in coordinating the proper behavioral […] The post City prepares to implement the Marcus Alert System appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Cold case closed? Police say DNA links Lancaster man to 1987 IW double murder
Virginia State Police say DNA evidence points to a deceased Lancaster County man – Alan Wade Wilmer Sr. – as the likely killer in a decades-old Isle of Wight County double murder. On Sept. 21, 1987, an Isle of Wight sheriff’s deputy on nighttime patrol found 20-year-old David Knobling’s Ford Ranger pickup truck abandoned at […] The post Cold case closed? Police say DNA links Lancaster man to 1987 IW double murder appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Hampton Roads leaders unite to curb violence
The top leaders in Hampton Roads gathered on Friday, Jan. 5, to discuss ways to combat violence in the community. During the work session held at the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission (PDC), mayors, city managers, and violence prevention organizations came together to brainstorm ways to curb violence in the Hampton Roads area. Chanell and […] The post Hampton Roads leaders unite to curb violence appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Coastal Flood and wind advisory in effect for Tuesday, Jan. 9
The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory until 11 p.m. on Jan. 9, 2024. The advisory in effect for Suffolk, Surry and Isle of Wight says up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways may occur. Shallow flooding is expected in […] The post Coastal Flood and wind advisory in effect for Tuesday, Jan. 9 appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
A Soulful ode to the Empress of R-E-S-P-E-C-T
The Suffolk Center kicks off its 2024 Performance Season with ‘Portrait of Aretha,’ a tribute show paying homage to singer/songwriter Aretha Franklin, who taught us how to “Think” and demand “Respect …” all while ridin’ on the “Freeway of Love!” Singer CeCe Teneal honors the legacy of the Queen of Soul with personalized interpretations of […] The post A Soulful ode to the Empress of R-E-S-P-E-C-T appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
What is the Hampton Roads Computer Aided Dispatch Interoperability Project?
Suffolk City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Hampton Roads Computer Aided Dispatch Interoperability Project (HRCIP) in a unanimous 8-0 vote Wednesday. The MOU fully integrates the South Hampton Roads localities’ computer aided dispatch (CAD) systems to share status and real-time location information regarding regional fire and EMS apparatuses. This will allow […] The post What is the Hampton Roads Computer Aided Dispatch Interoperability Project? appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Heavy rain and wind expected Tuesday
Heavy rain is forecast across the commonwealth from Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday night, with precipitation pushing off to the east after midnight into early Wednesday morning. Areas of flooding will be possible due to the saturated soils already in place. Wind gusts of up to 65 mph may also occur. VDOT crews will be monitoring […] The post Heavy rain and wind expected Tuesday appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SPS welcomes new Board Chair
The Suffolk Public Schools School Board appointed Karen Jenkins as the new board chair in a 4 to 2 vote on Thursday during the annual organizational meeting. Jenkins and Board Member Heather Howell received nominations and in the initial roll call vote, the two received three votes, with outgoing chair Tyron Riddick abstaining his vote. […] The post SPS welcomes new Board Chair appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk woman claims $100,000 prize from Virginia’s New Year’s Millionaire Raffle
Stacy Byrd was one of the last people to get in Virginia’s New Year’s Millionaire Raffle. The Suffolk woman had never bought a ticket for the annual raffle, and she decided that this year she would give it a try. So she bought a ticket, #005593, at the Food Lion at 1524 Holland Road in Suffolk. It […] The post Suffolk woman claims $100,000 prize from Virginia’s New Year’s Millionaire Raffle appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Meet the inspirational force behind Walk In It Inc.
Photo Credit: EbonyWright/S. Delois Mayes Scholarship Foundation Walk In It founder Dr. Jennell Riddick is celebrated for her community leader work. The Executive Director and Founder of Walk In It Inc., a nonprofit organization focused on empowering girls and women, has been selected as a recipient of the Community Leadership Award and will be honored […] The post Meet the inspirational force behind Walk In It Inc. appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Agricultural Committee provides Suffolk’s State of Agriculture
The Suffolk Agricultural Advisory Committee provided a State of Agriculture update to the Suffolk City Council. During their work session held on Wednesday, Dec. 20, at City Hall Chambers, Chair David Bosselman held a presentation on the State of Agriculture in Suffolk, which he says is “in distress.” During his report, Bosselman talked about wanting […] The post Agricultural Committee provides Suffolk’s State of Agriculture appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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