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Following the Funds: Kiggans & Cotter Smasal spend millions in VA 2 race, even though much of their funding isn’t public yet
Every two years, advertisements hit the airwaves from candidates with both the Democratic and Republican nomination, vying to hold the seat representing Virginia's second congressional district. This year, Missy Cotter Smasal is challenging incumbent Rep. Jen Kiggans, (R-Virginia Beach) for the seat.
Virginia commission discusses options for sustaining military tuition waiver program
The Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission received proposals for 10 options regarding the Virginia Military Survivors & Dependents Education Program during a meeting Monday morning. The options, along with a report and comparison with other states’ programs, were presented by the commission’s staff. The General Assembly tasked the commission with studying the sustainability of the ...
Diamond Johnson, Norfolk State women lead the way while men’s team picked to finish second in MEAC
NORFOLK — The Norfolk State women’s basketball team has been picked to three-peat as MEAC champions. The Spartans shared the top spot with Howard in the MEAC preseason poll, the conference announced during its basketball media day Tuesday. Norfolk State and Howard both finished with 117 points, but the Spartans received 11 first-place votes compared to the Bisons’ five. “Two years ago, we lost ...
Hampton Roads business and civic leaders consider child care solutions, including worker incentives
Hampton Roads can help solve Virginia’s child care crisis by leading the way with actionable and innovative solutions, community leaders said. “Let’s consider how to lock arms and make sure the variety of access to child care is intentionally woven in our region’s DNA and strategic roadmap,” said Sylvia Haines, executive vice president of operations for the Hampton Roads Chamber. The Virginia ...
In Norfolk election, mayor touts accomplishments while 2 challengers want a new direction
Norfolk Mayor Kenny Alexander, in his bid for a third term in office, says the numbers speak for themselves. About 61% of Norfolk residents think the city is headed in the right direction, according to a recent survey commissioned by the city. Alexander said the survey is just one measure of improvements to the city that happened under his tenure. Despite the positive rating, 39% of residents ...
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