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Virginia churches team up to help victims of Hurricane Helene
Dr. Willard G. Maxwell Jr. of New Beech Grove Baptist Church is partnering with the Virginia Baptist Convention (VBSC), Tidewater Peninsula Pastors, Coalition of Concerned Clergy and InTouch Community Development Corporation to help victims of Hurricane Helene.
Community helps Ed’s Repair aid storm victims
The community of Southampton County-Franklin stepped up in North Carolina residents’ time of need last week. From Sept. 30-Oct. 4, members of that community donated supplies and money to Crystle Cline and Ed O’Donnell, of the Sedley-based automotive business Ed’s Repair, so they could use some of their equipment to deliver that aid to people […] The post Community helps Ed’s Repair aid storm victims appeared first on The Tidewater News.
From dishes to dreams: Local restaurateur Luis Pedraza’s inspiring journey to success
Walking into Luca Italian Restaurant, diners are greeted by vibrant décor, lively music and the irresistible aroma of home-cooked meals. For Luis Pedraza, Luca is not just a restaurant; it's a testament to his hard work and resilience.
Registration open for youth volleyball league
Registration is open for participation in Franklin Parks and Recreation/Camp25’s fourth annual Volleyball League, which is intended for Tidewater-area children ages 6-15. “Our Volleyball League will provide an atmosphere for youth to learn about the great game of volleyball,” Camp25 Founder/Executive Director Eric Benton said. The league is slated to run from late fall into […] The post Registration open for youth volleyball league appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Virginia NAACP names Melanie Campbell as keynote speaker for Freedom Fun Gala
The NAACP Virginia State Conference (Virginia NAACP) announced Melanie Campbell, President/CEO of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, will be the keynote speaker for the Freedom Fun Gala.
IWCS central office renovation resumes with new state funding
Isle of Wight County Schools is proceeding with plans to convert two remaining wings of the circa-1961 Hardy Elementary into the division’s new central office using additional state grant money. Deputy Superintendent Christopher Coleman briefed county supervisors on the renovation at an Oct. 8 joint meeting of the supervisors and School Board. Just under $865,000 […]
EDA commits to owning Grange market
Isle of Wight County’s Economic Development Authority is on board with the idea of owning a farmers market building that would anchor the Grange at 10Main mixed-use development Smithfield’s Town Council approved last year for the western edge of the town’s historic district. The EDA board voted unanimously on Oct. 8 to agree “in concept” […]
IWCS ahead of neighbors in filling teacher vacancies
Isle of Wight County Schools is ahead of its neighbors when it comes to filling teacher vacancies. IWCS typically employs between 700 and 800 faculty and staff members, and enrolls 5,500 students, across its nine schools and central office. It had 128 vacancies as of the summer, falling to just 16 as of Sept. 19, […] The post IWCS ahead of neighbors in filling teacher vacancies appeared first on The Tidewater News.
O’Kresik, Taylor named to SNHU president’s list
Kiersten O’Kresik, of Capron, and Jesse Taylor, of Windsor, have been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Summer 2024 President’s List. The summer terms run from May to August. A university news release noted that full-time undergraduate students at SNHU who have earned a grade-point average of 3.700 or greater for the reporting term are […] The post O’Kresik, Taylor named to SNHU president’s list appeared first on The Tidewater News.
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