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Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around suffolk.
Persistence pays for bingo winner
Alicia Johnson of Smithfield won a progress game payout of $1,017 playing Bingo at the Smithfield American Legion on April 11. This is a second large progressive game payout for her in the past several years. Patrons were pleased she won; she is well liked and they heartily applauded for her. Johnson is a regular […] The post Persistence pays for bingo winner appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Youngkin amendment to ‘skill game’ bill could keep slots-style machines out of IW, Surry
Slots-style betting machines would likely remain illegal throughout Isle of Wight and Surry counties under Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s requested amendments to a General Assembly bill seeking to overturn Virginia’s so-called “skill game” ban. State Senate Bill 212, sponsored by Sen. Aaron Rouse, D-Virginia Beach, proposes to repeal a 2020 law that had reclassified the pay-to-play […] The post Youngkin amendment to ‘skill game’ bill could keep slots-style machines out of IW, Surry appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Pagan River osprey that fell from nest reunited with mate
Thomas and Suzan Askew spent a weekend listening to the sound of “Ozzy” pining for “Sharon,” only to hear his frequent chirping go unanswered. They’re the names the Askews have given to two ospreys occupying a nest visible from the couple’s dock overlooking the east bank of the Pagan River. According to the Chesapeake Conservancy, […]
Large crowd gathers for Gourmet Burger Bistro grand opening
An impromptu party occurred in downtown Suffolk as Gourmet Burger Bistro held its official grand opening. Located at 202 E. Washington St, a line of visitors came out to be the first to enjoy delicious burgers and more at GBB’s new location in Suffolk, which is third to their two Portsmouth restaurants in their eight […] The post Large crowd gathers for Gourmet Burger Bistro grand opening appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Virginia Symphony Orchestra performs for IWCS students
Elementary students across Isle of Wight County Schools attended one of two special concerts from the Virginia Symphony Orchestra. The event, held in the Smithfield High School auditorium, hosted approximately 600 students from Carrsville, Carrollton, Hardy, Windsor, and Westside elementary schools. Helen Martell, who coordinates education and community engagement programs for the Symphony, served as […] The post Virginia Symphony Orchestra performs for IWCS students appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Mill Swamp Indian Horses ‘book barn’ complete
Smithfield’s and Suffolk’s Rotary clubs, on April 6, celebrated the recently completed “book barn” at Mill Swamp Indian Horses, which will house horsemanship literature for participants and volunteers with Mill Swamp’s Corolla mustang breed conservation program. Solar panels on the roof power a low-voltage lighting system a Rotary Club member designed. Pictured is Mill Swamp […]
Wine & Brew Fest returns
Smithfield’s annual Wine & Brew Fest returned to Windsor Castle Park on April 13, drawing thousands of locals and visitors. Smithfield VA Events, which organizes three festivals at Windsor Castle each year, estimates this year’s Wine & Brew Fest brought in $85,000, which will benefit over 50 community organizations. The proceeds will fund a $10,000 […]
Windsor Woman’s Club announces art show winners
The Woman’s Club of Windsor has announced winners from its student art show on March 22 at the Windsor Community House. The show was the result of collaboration between art teachers at Carrsville Elementary School, Windsor Elementary School, Georgie D. Tyler Middle School, Windsor High School and Isle of Wight Academy. Winners were as follows: […] The post Windsor Woman’s Club announces art show winners appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Grab your binoculars: Great Dismal Swamp hosts 13th annual Birding Festival
The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge hosts its 13th annual Birding Festival on April 27, with guided bird and nature walks, bus tours, natural history presentations, live raptors, wildlife exhibits and plenty of family fun activities. All activities are free, but registration is required for bus tours and guided walks at the various trailheads around the swamp. All other activities ...
SHS students paint mural at Sentara St. Luke’s
The Sentara St. Luke’s campus in Carrollton is getting a facelift courtesy of Smithfield High School history and art students. Sentara St. Luke’s director Tricia Christoffer said the medical network had planned to renovate the building’s community room, which nonprofit organizations can use for free, and as part of the project requested a mural that […]
Suffolk woman claims $1 million lottery winnings
Delores Smith doesn’t usually play Mega Millions unless the jackpot gets really large. That was certainly the case on March 19 when the jackpot for that night’s drawing was an estimated $893 million. The Suffolk woman asked her husband to buy her a ticket. He bought it at Joe’s Kwik Mart, located at 1555 Holland […] The post Suffolk woman claims $1 million lottery winnings appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
FHS hosts inaugural Taco Tuesday
What was intended to be “a fun little project” made a jumbo impression on all who enjoyed the inaugural Taco Tuesday in Franklin High School. During the second block of classes, tables were stationed in front of the area where the Culinary Arts program is located in the first hall. One setting was devoted to […] The post FHS hosts inaugural Taco Tuesday appeared first on The Tidewater News.
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