Virginia’s Ham Capital Isn’t Where You Think It Is
When I first heard about Virginia’s ham capital, I assumed it had to be Richmond or maybe Charlottesville—somewhere big and bustling. Boy, was I wrong! Turns out, the true ham throne belongs to a charming little town called Smithfield, tucked along the Pagan River. This place has been...
Alternate Queen Lakes Middle bus driver assigned following bus stop altercation: YPSO
A bus driver was taken off bus route 304 for Queens Lake Middle School following an altercation at the Marquis Parkway and Calais street stop Friday morning, according to the York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office.
Best Gyms in Suffolk, VA
Finding the right gym can make a significant difference in your fitness journey. Whether you are a beginner looking to start a fitness routine or a seasoned athlete in search of a new place to train, Suffolk, VA, offers a variety of gyms to fit your needs. From family-friendly environments to specialized training...
Chesapeake Regional celebrates 100 open-heart surgeries in just 17 months
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare celebrated its 100th open-heart surgery Thursday.
1211 Centre Avenue in Portsmouth to temporarily close
1211 Centre Avenue will be temporarily closed from Oct. 20 to Oct. 24, according to the City of Portsmouth.
Eric Worden’s longtime radio career ends abruptly at 93.7 BOB FM
Eric Worden's morning radio show on 93.7 BOB FM has been silenced.
Lew’s Hot Dogs to close after nearly 60 years in Norfolk
Lew's Hot Dogs on Azalea Garden Road, serving up classics since 1967, is closing its doors this Halloween.
Celebration honoring Timbaland includes street dedication, NorVa concert
Local musicians are preparing to take the stage at The NorVa this weekend, as a part of the Timbaland and the Hitmakers Celebration.
Over 1,100 ‘No Kings’ protesters rally in Newport News
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) – One of the busiest intersections in Newport News was the site of just one of many No Kings rallies to take place across the country. Protesters, young and old, showed up to make their voices heard. The intersection of Oyster Point Road and Jefferson Avenue saw protesters pack sidewalks,...
Hampton Roads officials want more schools to go solar
About a decade ago, Ruth Amundsen was talking to a solar financier who told her about the concept of power purchase agreements. The agreements are “a way for someone to buy solar and put it on another institution, and then get their money back,” said Amundsen, a former NASA engineer who now operates several local...
