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Superintendent, school board address Kilby Shores Elementary School incident
Nearly a month after Vontrail Marquis Thorpe made his way into Kilby Shores Elementary School and barricaded himself in a female bathroom with two students inside, Suffolk Public School Superintendent Dr. John B. Gordon III and school board members made their first public comments since the incident during the Thursday school board meeting. Before providing […] The post Superintendent, school board address Kilby Shores Elementary School incident appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Upcoming traffic shift along Route 58
The Suffolk Public Works Department has announced an upcoming traffic pattern adjustment for the Route 58 Holland Road Corridor Widening project in a Thursday media release. The traffic shift will affect the section from Grove Avenue to Center Point Drive, redirecting westbound traffic to the newly completed northern side of the road. According to the […] The post Upcoming traffic shift along Route 58 appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk Treasurer’s Office sees accreditation status
The Suffolk Treasurer’s Office is celebrating its accreditation status. Presented by the Treasurers’ Association of Virginia (TAV) on Wednesday, June 26, Treasurer Ronald H. Williams and Chief Deputy Treasurer Andrew Owen received the accreditation as part of the Treasurer’s Association of Virginia’s annual conference in Falls Church. Overseen by the Treasurers’ Association of Virginia, the […] The post Suffolk Treasurer’s Office sees accreditation status appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk welcomes Mathnasium Learning Center
July opened with Suffolk giving a warm summer welcome to Mathnasium. Located at 5840 Harbour View Blvd, the learning center provides math-only instruction for K-12 students, focusing on the belief that any child can excel in mathematics. Using the Mathnasium Method ™, a proprietary system that combines mental, verbal, visual, tactile, and written techniques to […] The post Suffolk welcomes Mathnasium Learning Center appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Peninsula Pilots shine in win over Wilson Tobs, host NSA pregame
With the 2024 MLB Draft set to kick off Saturday, July 14, former Nansemond Suffolk Academy Saint Zac Morris has been playing with the Peninsula Pilots. Morris played his last home game with the club before the draft Wednesday night as the Pilots hosted the Wilson Tobs. The Pilots went on to beat Wilson 14-4. […] The post Peninsula Pilots shine in win over Wilson Tobs, host NSA pregame appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Drought conditions affect crops in 95 Virginia cities and counties, including Suffolk
SUFFOLK, Va. — The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality coordinated with the Virginia Drought Monitoring Task Force to issue a drought watch advisory on June 24 for 95 counties and cities, including Southampton County, Isle of Wight County, and Suffolk. In a July 3 interview, Southampton County Farm Bureau President Gary Cross summed up drought […] The post Drought conditions affect crops in 95 Virginia cities and counties, including Suffolk appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Gov. Youngkin Issues Executive Order to Implement Cell Phone-Free Education in Virginia Schools
RICHMOND, VA — On Tuesday, July 9, Gov. Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Order 33, which directs the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) to draft guidance for public school divisions to adopt local policies and procedures establishing cell phone-free education. The EO directs VDOE to initiate a robust public engagement effort with parents, students, teachers, local […] The post Gov. Youngkin Issues Executive Order to Implement Cell Phone-Free Education in Virginia Schools appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk Seaboard Coastline Trail receives $5.3 million grant
Congresswoman Jen Kiggans recently announced Suffolk has received a $5.3 million grant from the Department of Transportation for the Suffolk Seaboard Coastline Trail. The grant will help provide enhancements and continued construction of the facility, which serves as part of a larger trail system that includes the beaches to Bluegrass Trail, East Coast Greenway Trail, […] The post Suffolk Seaboard Coastline Trail receives $5.3 million grant appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk welcomes Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Suffolk Public Library and Suffolk Early Childhood Development Commission have announced that Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has finally arrived. The program will deliver a hand-selected, age-appropriate and high-quality book each month to Suffolk children from birth through their fifth birthday. Voluntary and free for eligible participants, the program aims to support nearly 6,000 children annually […] The post Suffolk welcomes Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk’s new police chief shares his vision as he sheds the interim tag
Serving Suffolk Police Department for 27 years after graduating from Chesapeake Police Academy in 1996, Buie starts his official next chapter of SPD effective Monday, July 8. In a Wednesday, July 3 interview, Buie took time to discuss his goals for SPD, following in the footsteps of his predecessors, as well as a candid perspective […] The post Suffolk’s new police chief shares his vision as he sheds the interim tag appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Windsor/Holland Hurricanes win state title
The teamwork of 7- and 8-year-old baseball players from two small communities in the area led to a vintage performance in the Pony Baseball East Zone Pinto 8U State Tournament that culminated in a dominant state championship win for the Windsor/Holland Hurricanes. Jeff Leckrone, head coach of the Windsor/Holland Hurricanes 8U All-Star Team, explained how […] The post Windsor/Holland Hurricanes win state title appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
The dynamic duo that changed baseball journalism
Journalist, Author and Professor Wayne Dawkins shares the history of two key African-American sports journalists and the impact they had on Major League Baseball. The New York-born Suffolk resident took time to discuss his upcoming book, “Sam Lacy and Wendell Smith: The Dynamic Duo that Desegregated American Sports,” ahead of its July 17 release. Published […] The post The dynamic duo that changed baseball journalism appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk resident retires after 40+ years of UPS service
Suffolk’s William “Bill” Pendleton is ready to take it easy after over 40 years of service as a delivery driver for United Parcel Service (UPS). Starting out, Pendleton worked with UPS as an Old Dominion University student during Christmas of 1982, with a short layoff afterward. Shortly after, Pendleton was hired permanently by the company […] The post Suffolk resident retires after 40+ years of UPS service appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Obici Healthcare Foundation recognizes joint student scholarship recipients
The Obici Healthcare Foundation recently announced the recipients of its new Obici Healthcare Foundation Career Pathways Scholarship. Created in partnership with both the Obici Foundation and the Suffolk Foundation, the scholarship was created to support Suffolk, Gates County, NC and Western Tidewater area students planning to pursue a career in a healthcare-related field and intend […] The post Obici Healthcare Foundation recognizes joint student scholarship recipients appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Farewell to Sam Glasscock
James Samuel “Sam” Glasscock, a distinguished lawyer and long-serving member of the Virginia House of Delegates, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, at his home. Glasscock, who was born on Nov. 19, 1931, in Springton, West Virginia, was known for his legal career, his military service in the United States Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps, […] The post Farewell to Sam Glasscock appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Nothing but Love: Suffolk shows its Pride for LGBTQ+ community
Despite the sweltering heat, Suffolk residents came out last Sunday to show love, acceptance, and support to the LGBTQ+ community. The 4th Annual Suffolk Pride Festival was held on Sunday, June 30, at Bennett’s Creek Park. There was plenty of food, games, music, and various vendors providing supportive resources to the community. LGBT Life Center […] The post Nothing but Love: Suffolk shows its Pride for LGBTQ+ community appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Walking for Jorge: Adoram walks to fight against suicide
Back in June, Adoram 1029, members of the Rosa of Sharon Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Stars came together to honor a loved one lost by bringing awareness to suicide prevention. The organization, alongside the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention Virginia Chapter, held a suicide prevention walk at Kings Fork Middle School on Saturday, […] The post Walking for Jorge: Adoram walks to fight against suicide appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Victory at Yorktown!
By Frank and Gloria Womble Editor’s note: This is the ninth in a series of articles leading up to the Lafayette Farewell Tour Bicentennial celebration. Previous articles are available at suffolkva250.com/history. The jaws of a trap were closing on Cornwallis. On September 26, 1781, transports with artillery, siege tools, French infantry, and shock troops arrived […] The post Victory at Yorktown! appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Scholarship Awards Announced by Suffolk Foundation
Suffolk, Va — When Veronica Thompson of Suffolk Business Women convened her committee of volunteers to review scholarship applications this year, they faced the daunting task of evaluating 31 exceptional young women. “There were so many great candidates, and it was very difficult to narrow it down,” Thompson said. “They were all so deserving.” After […] The post Scholarship Awards Announced by Suffolk Foundation appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk announces Stars & Stripes spectacular
SUFFOLK, VA (June 28, 2024) The City of Suffolk Parks & Recreation Department will host its annual Stars & Stripes Spectacular concert and fireworks show on Thursday, July 4, at Constant’s Wharf Park & Marina, 100 E. Constance Rd. Festivities will begin at 5:30 p.m., The Feenies will take the stage from 6 to 9 […] The post Suffolk announces Stars & Stripes spectacular appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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