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Red Hot Chili Peppers rock Hampton Roads
Not even the opening act, Ice Cube, could cool the scorching hot performance of rock legends Red Hot Chili Peppers on Friday night at Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater. The packed house at Veterans Home Loans Amphitheater was treated to The Unlimited Love Tour, complete with high-energy favorites and hits from lead singer Anthony Kiedis, […] The post Red Hot Chili Peppers rock Hampton Roads appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Burlington celebrates Suffolk store opening, presents gift to Creekside Elementary School
Friday morning, Burlington Coat Factory joined Suffolk’s list of new businesses while also giving back to Suffolk Public Schools. During the department store’s grand opening on Friday, June 28 at 6253 College Dr., store, city and SPS officials celebrated the donation of $5,000 to Creekside Elementary School in partnership with national non-profit AdoptAClassroom.org during the […] The post Burlington celebrates Suffolk store opening, presents gift to Creekside Elementary School appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
David P. Harrell promoted to Deputy Fire Chief
SUFFOLK, Virginia – Suffolk Fire Chief Michael Barakey announced that David P. Harrell will be promoted to Deputy Fire Chief, effective Sunday, July 7, 2024. Chief Harrell started his fire service career in 1995, joining the Driver Volunteer Fire Department. He was among the first to enroll in the Southside Regional Fire Academy as a […] The post David P. Harrell promoted to Deputy Fire Chief appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Sentara showcases career opportunities with student summer camp
Sentara is continuing to prepare for the next generation of healthcare workers. As part of the healthcare system’s Sentara Summer Career Camp program to present middle school students various healthcare career options, Sentara Obici Hospital held its summer camp on Thursday, June 20 providing a tour of their emergency department which also saw a visit […] The post Sentara showcases career opportunities with student summer camp appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Summer Camps are in Full Swing at the Center!
Coastal Virginia – Hard to believe it’s the end of the school year and students are home for the summer. To encourage creativity and a sense of exploration, the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts is offering four award-winning summer camps in VISUAL ART, STORYTELLING & MOVEMENT, THEATER, and S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). […] The post Summer Camps are in Full Swing at the Center! appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk to host 4th Annual Suffolk Plein Air Festival this September
COASTAL, Va. – Artists from across the country will converge on the City of Suffolk this September for the fourth annual Suffolk Plein Air Festival, taking place from September 10-14, 2024. This year’s festival will feature 37 professional plein air artists competing for awards and prize money by capturing Suffolk’s waterways, landscapes, and cityscapes. The […] The post Suffolk to host 4th Annual Suffolk Plein Air Festival this September appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Sheriff EC Harris officially announces his retirement
Suffolk Sheriff E.C. Harris confirmed he is officially retiring after 42 years in law enforcement. Before serving as Sheriff in 2017, Harris joined the Suffolk Police Department as a Police Officer in 1987, where he also served as a Central Records Desk Officer and Detective. In 2005, Harris joined the Suffolk Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, where […] The post Sheriff EC Harris officially announces his retirement appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
It’s a Shell-abration; 2024 Peanut Fest announces dates for its 46th Annual Event
The much-loved Suffolk Peanut Festival will return this fall, marking 46 years of honoring the city’s community and roots. Suffolk Festivals, Inc. announced that the festival is set for Thursday, Oct. 10, through Sunday, Oct. 13, at the Suffolk Executive Airport. Along with a full carnival filled with amusement rides, food, and games, attendees can […] The post It’s a Shell-abration; 2024 Peanut Fest announces dates for its 46th Annual Event appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Traffic Camera Warning Period issued for Main St, Constance Rd
The City of Suffolk announced that the 30-day warning period for Red Light Enforcement Cameras for Main St. and Constance Rd. has been initiated. Drivers caught violating red lights will be issued a cautionary letter to their residences during this warning period. Starting July 21, violators will be issued a $50.00 fine. When drivers make […] The post Traffic Camera Warning Period issued for Main St, Constance Rd appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk sees charitable donations from Dominion Energy
Dominion Energy recently announced over $4.2 million in donations to various organizations across seven states, including Virginia. In an effort to provide funding to human needs, community vitality, education and environmental stewardship, the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation donated nearly $3 million in grant awards to over 200 nonprofit organizations in Virginia, including the City of […] The post Suffolk sees charitable donations from Dominion Energy appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Kings Highway Bridge Design project receives $3.04M funding
SUFFOLK, Va — Senator Mark Warner came to town Tuesday bearing a $3.04M check to help fund the initial phase of the Kings Highway Bridge Design project. The funding is part of the Fiscal Year 2024 Congressionally Directed Spending Federal Funding. Originally built in 1926, the previous Kings Highway Bridge was deemed structurally unsound and demolished […] The post Kings Highway Bridge Design project receives $3.04M funding appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Michaela Rose finishes fourth in dramatic Women’s 800m Final
In an eventful women’s 800m final that saw Olympic Champion Athing Mu take a fall early on, Suffolk’s Michaela Rose just missed a spot on the US Olympic Track and Field Team, finishing fourth in the events final. Rose took a brief lead but could not keep up the pace against Nia Akins, who took […] The post Michaela Rose finishes fourth in dramatic Women’s 800m Final appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Winner of St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway announced
This year’s St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway winner hails from Hillsboro, Ohio. Megan Richardson, who says she has been donating to the giveaway since 2009, was named the winner of the 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home located in Suffolk’s Bennett’s Creek area. The home has an estimated value of $715,000. “It seems like a great charity to […] The post Winner of St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway announced appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Man sustains leg injuries in Friday shooting
SUFFOLK, VA – On Friday, June 21, 2024, at approximately 10:44 p.m., Suffolk Emergency Communications Center received notification of a shooting in the 1100 block of E Washington Street at South Lloyd Street. life threatening injuries. Upon arrival, officers made contact with an adult male who had sustained gunshot wounds to both legs. He was […] The post Man sustains leg injuries in Friday shooting appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk names New Chief of Police
Following a nationwide search that saw a community feedback survey, the new Suffolk Chief of Police was named on Friday, June 21 by City Manager Albert S. Moor II. James “Danny” Buie, who has served as Interim Chief of Police since 2023, has been appointed as the new Chief of Police, effective Monday, July 8, […] The post Suffolk names New Chief of Police appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk Public Schools approves $248.5 million budget
Wednesday’s June 14 board meeting saw the approval of the amended adopted fiscal year 2024-25 budget. The 6-1 vote, with Board Member Dr. Dawn Marie Brittingham in opposition, follows Suffolk City Council’s consent agenda approval of the amended budget during their Wednesday, June 5 council meeting that added $5,859,206 of approved state funds to the […] The post Suffolk Public Schools approves $248.5 million budget appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Planning Commission paves way for new condominiums on White Marsh Rd
The Suffolk Planning Commission has paved the way for the development of 78 new condominiums to be constructed on the site of what once was White Marsh Shopping Center at 1226 White Marsh Rd. In a 5-2 vote — Anita Hicks was absent — the commission recommended approval of a rezoning request from Bob Arnette, […] The post Planning Commission paves way for new condominiums on White Marsh Rd appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
The Road to Yorktown
Editor’s note: This is the eighth in a series of articles leading up to the bicentennial celebration. Previous articles are available at suffolkva250.com/history. By Frank and Gloria Womble After the brief but fierce fight at Green Spring, Cornwallis finished his move across the James River and was soon prepared to ship out to New York […] The post The Road to Yorktown appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
New mural hopes to reawaken village of Driver
Suffolk residents passing through the village of Driver may have noticed a colorful addition near Happy Hour Glass Works, which is nearing completion. Muralist Christopher Kozak teamed with Happy Hour Glass Works Owner Shawna Buchsen and Barnyard Boards Coastal Owner Matt Weimer to help create a bright new mural in Driver, aiming to honor the […] The post New mural hopes to reawaken village of Driver appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Man injured in Wednesday morning shooting, police say
Police say a man was found injured with what appeared to be a gunshot wound on Pitchkettle Rd. early Wednesday morning. According to the Suffolk Police Department, at approximately 1:24 a.m., the 9-1-1 center received notification of a shooting incident in the 200 block of Pitchkettle Rd. When officers arrived, they discovered an adult male […] The post Man injured in Wednesday morning shooting, police say appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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