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Summer Renovation at ODU's Perry Library: What to Expect
The renovation of Einstein Bros. Bagels at Perry Library in ODU is expected to increase noise this summer. However, the Learning Commons within the library will operate as usual. The renovation will focus on the area behind the service counter but will keep restrooms, the water bottle filling station, and vending machines open to the public.Visit here for more details.
Pleas “conversations” kicks off this May
This month, Commonwealth’s Attorney Narendra R. Pleas will once again take her conversations to the road. The Conversations with the Commonwealth’s Attorney series will begin on Thursday, May 23 at Bridge Road Fire Station as part of four stops and four public meetings in the City of Suffolk. Each one hour session is set for […] The post Pleas “conversations” kicks off this May appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Franklin events reflect vibrance of spring
City staff and elected officials were in agreement that the 2024 Franklin Spring Fest and Franklin Fun Fair Carnival were unqualified successes. Franklin Director of Tourism A’Risha Jones described Saturday, April 20, as “a fantastic day” for the Spring Fest and the Franklin Farmers Market’s seasonal grand opening. Both events took place along Main Street […] The post Franklin events reflect vibrance of spring appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Bids for SPSA landfill alternative arrive
Bids proposing alternatives to the Southeastern Public Service Authority’s near-capacity Suffolk landfill are in but staying secret for now. SPSA, which operates the regional landfill on behalf of Isle of Wight County and seven other Hampton Roads localities, solicited proposals due May 1 from companies looking to fill the void come June 30 when the […] The post Bids for SPSA landfill alternative arrive appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Emergency water service disruption Wednesday afternoon
Suffolk Department of Public Utilities advises of emergency water main repair work that will result in water service disruption in the Deerfield neighborhood today, Wednesday, May 8, 2024beginning immediately at 3:00 p.m. and lasting an estimated three hours. The affected area includes 105 residential homes in the 5000 block of Shoulders Hill Rd to include […] The post Emergency water service disruption Wednesday afternoon appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Suffolk River Heritage completes Rotary district grant project
Suffolk River Heritage has recently completed a project to digitize its records and books, making them accessible to the general public. This endeavor was made possible through a Rotary District 7600 grant facilitated by the North Suffolk Rotary Club. With a mission to promote historical awareness and interest within the local communities of Crittenden, Hobson, […] The post Suffolk River Heritage completes Rotary district grant project appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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