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Suffolk Redevelopment Housing Authority announces new executive director
On Tuesday, April 2, the SRHA Board of Commissioners revealed that Patricia S. Tyus has been selected to serve as the next Executive Director. Tyus will replace Interim Executive Director Ron Jackson, who served after Former SRHA Executive Director and CEO Tracey C. Snipes’s departure in 2023 after 25 years of service. Tyus, who has […] The post Suffolk Redevelopment Housing Authority announces new executive director appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Marching for change
Tuesday evening saw residents and students march down the streets of Downtown Suffolk to take a stand against gun violence in the city. Led by youth community group Project Power, the organization held an inspirational walk through the streets of Suffolk on Tuesday, April 9, to bring awareness to gun violence and the damage that […] The post Marching for change appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Two injured in early morning shooting
On April 9, 2024, at approximately 12:01 AM the Suffolk 911 Center received a call for a person shot in the 1000 block of Nansemond Parkway. The victim, a 39-year-old male was treated on scene by Suffolk Fire and Rescue, then transported to a local hospital with life threatening injuries. At 12:26 AM, the Suffolk […] The post Two injured in early morning shooting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Missy Elliot announces dates for upcoming arena tour
Today’s solar phenomenon was eclipsed by the supernova announcement of global superstar and Portsmouth native Missy Elliott’s history-making debut headline tour, OUT OF THIS WORLD — The Missy Elliott Experience, with an Aug. 2 date set for the Hampton Coliseum. Continuing her stellar dominance as one of the most significant artists in music, the pioneer […] The post Missy Elliot announces dates for upcoming arena tour appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts takes a ‘Walk on the Wild Side’
A new art exhibition is coming to the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, exploring exotic and endangered wildlife. The ‘Walk on the Wild Side’ theme aims to raise awareness about conservation and identifying species on the brink of extinction, with the goal of recovery. The community is invited to attend the free opening reception on […] The post Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts takes a ‘Walk on the Wild Side’ appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Third suspect in officer involved shooting turns himself in to police
Suffolk, Virginia — A third suspect, Jyshan Deonte Lee of Chesapeake surrendered to police Friday. Police say Lee has been charged with eluding police, obstruction of justice, and three counts of possession of a machine gun for offensive/aggressive purposes. The booking photo of Lee is not yet available. Earlier Friday, Suffolk Police released the names […] The post Third suspect in officer involved shooting turns himself in to police appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Two charged in connection with Suffolk officer involved shooting
Suffolk, Virginia — Suffolk Police released the names of two individuals charged in connection with the traffic stop that led to Thursday’s officer involved shooting. Arias Nazareth Worrell, of Suffolk, was arrested and charged with eluding police, obstruction of justice, and three counts of possession of a machine gun for offensive/aggressive purposes. Labryan Nasir Mann, […] The post Two charged in connection with Suffolk officer involved shooting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SPS taste tests future lunch menu
Last week, Suffolk Public Schools saw the school community come out to taste-test new food for its future menu. In the division’s first Food Festival and Show, held on Thursday, March 21, at Kings Fork High School, SPS parents and students were treated to over 15 participating vendors with various food options in consideration for […] The post SPS taste tests future lunch menu appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Sheriff’s Office Bunny Donation
Last week’s nursing home tour wasn’t the end of the Suffolk Sheriff’s Office’s Easter celebrations. That same week, the department also paid a visit to Sentara Obici Hospital-Family Maternity Center to share Easter joy and “Somebunny Loves You” toys to newborn children being cared for in the unit. Pictured from left, Deputy Lawrence Corbett, Autumn Weaver, […] The post Sheriff’s Office Bunny Donation appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk police shooting leaves suspect seriously injured
Suffolk, Virginia – On Thursday, April 4, 2024, at approximately 9:39 p.m., Suffolk Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on St. James Avenue near W. Washington Street. During the stop, the vehicle fled towards one of the officers, prompting an officer to fire several shots, striking the driver. Police then pursued the vehicle […] The post Suffolk police shooting leaves suspect seriously injured appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk explores reduction in real estate tax rate in proposed 2024-2025 budget
In a vote of 8 to 0, Suffolk City Council approved a motion to have the city manager amend the real estate tax rate in the proposed 2024-25 budget. The proposed budget did not include a change to the $1.09 rate. However, councilman Roger Fawcett motioned to reduce the rate to $1.07. The reduction would […] The post Suffolk explores reduction in real estate tax rate in proposed 2024-2025 budget appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
‘My God, Your God’ Gospel play gracing Birdsong Theater
The Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts is honored to present “My God, Your God,” a hilarious gospel stage play, on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at 7 PM in the Birdsong Theater. The original two-hour production, created by Allen Ellis, follows one woman’s journey for peace and her discovery that peace cannot be found in a […] The post ‘My God, Your God’ Gospel play gracing Birdsong Theater appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
SRHA, SPD discuss collaboration at Public Safety meeting
The Suffolk Public Safety Committee returned for its third meeting of 2024 to discuss various safety updates, including a partnership with the Suffolk Redevelopment Housing Authority. During their Wednesday, March 27 meeting at City Hall, Housing Director Keva Newsome and Administration Director Sherry Ann Brown of the Suffolk Redevelopment Housing Authority visited to discuss their […] The post SRHA, SPD discuss collaboration at Public Safety meeting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
No educators at the Education Committee meeting
It was “an Education Committee without educators,” said Mayor Michael D. Duman during the Suffolk Education Committee meeting held on Wednesday, March 27, at City Hall. In the committee’s first gathering since 2022, Duman expressed disappointment at the lack of Suffolk School Board participation at the committee table, which saw topics such as the recent […] The post No educators at the Education Committee meeting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Public Safety meeting highlights safety improvement projects
During the Suffolk Public Safety Committee meeting on Wednesday, March 27, the committee discussed current and upcoming projects utilizing funds generated from the traffic enforcement camera program. During his presentation, Suffolk Financial Director Charles Meek provided numbers through the end of February, noting the total anticipated revenue being $15,832,200, with 10,908,984 collected. The revenue outstanding […] The post Public Safety meeting highlights safety improvement projects appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Three displaced after early morning fire
Suffolk, Virginia — According to Suffolk Fire and Rescue, an early morning fire in Suffolk left three displaced. In a media release, SFD reported it responded to the 6000 Block of Bradford Drove for a residential structure fire at 2:33 a.m. When crews arrived at 2:40 a.m., they encountered an exterior fire on the […] The post Three displaced after early morning fire appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Holland Road closure announced
SUFFOLK, VA (April 1, 2024) Suffolk Public Works Traffic Engineering advises of an upcoming road closure due to railroad bridge maintenance. Norfolk Southern is conducting maintenance on the railroad bridge in the 1300 block of Holland Road. The maintenance is expected to commence at 9 a.m. on Monday, April 8, 2024 and be complete by 5 […] The post Holland Road closure announced appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Virginia State Police aim to ‘DISS-rupt’ dangerous driving behaviors
CHESAPEAKE, Va. – The Virginia State Police Chesapeake, Richmond, Appomattox and Salem Divisions will be conducting Operation DISS-rupt on all 299.45 miles of Interstate 64 in Virginia April 3 and April 4. The traffic enforcement and educational safety initiative focuses on Distracted driving, Impaired driving, Speed compliance and Seat belt safety. Preliminary data indicates 126 […] The post Virginia State Police aim to ‘DISS-rupt’ dangerous driving behaviors appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Two-vehicle crash leaves one in critical condition
Suffolk, Virginia — Suffolk Fire and Rescue and Suffolk Police responded to the 2800 Block of Pruden Blvd — near the intersection of Northfield Dr.— for a two-vehicle crash with one vehicle on fire. The incident was dispatched by Suffolk Emergency Communications Dispatch Center at 12:42 p.m. When crews arrived at 12:44 p.m., they found […] The post Two-vehicle crash leaves one in critical condition appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Sheriff’s Office hops on through Suffolk
Suffolk, Virginia —On Wednesday, March 20, the Suffolk nursing home residents saw Easter arrive early as the Easter Bunny, the Suffolk Sheriff’s Office, brought various goodies and joy to the nursing home residents. The sheriff’s office also visited Maryview Nursing Center, Lake Prince Woods, Autumn Care and Concordia Nursing & Rehabilitation. Chief Deputy Maj. David […] The post Sheriff’s Office hops on through Suffolk appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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