Trash is a problem for most communities. Litter and other debris clog storm drains and make roadways, parks, and waterways unsightly and pose dangers for humans and wildlife. This year, area residents can have an impact on their community by … Continued
In December, 2020, RISE announced the launch of the 2021 Coastal Community Resilience Challenge. The Challenge will award a total of $1.5 million to small businesses with innovative flood-resilience solutions. Businesses can apply for up to $350,000 to advance and … Continued
An array of events occur in Hampton Roads and throughout Tidewater Virginia during the Christmas and winter holiday season. Celebrations include plays, musicals, parades, light shows, exhibitions, and more. This article includes a sampling of events which will be held … Continued
An alliance of federal and state agencies, non profit organizations, and others have begun submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) planting in Broad Bay, near First Landing State Park, within the Lynnhaven River watershed. The SAV planting is part of the Lynnhaven … Continued
53rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Saturday, March 14, 2020 – 10 a.m. Oceanview (Norfolk) Virginia www.norfolkvaparade.com UPDATE: Out of an abundance of caution and following Governor Northam’s recent guidance, the City of Norfolk has decided to pull the permit … Continued
In Virginia Beach, Phase II of the Thalia Creek Greenway project is now complete and open for public use. A third phase is currently being designed. Thalia Creek, a tributary of the Lynnhaven River, acts as a barrier to active … Continued
2020 Beef, Bourbon, and BluesSaturday, February 8, 2020 – 6:00pm – 9:00pmThe Harbor Club – Waterside District333 Waterside DriveNorfolk, VA 23510www.arthritis.org/beefbourbonblues The Arthritis Foundation and Event Chair, Todd Rauchenberger, from Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Inc invite the public to … Continued
Coast Guard Sector Hampton Roads has changed its name to Coast Guard Sector Virginia. This change recognizes the responsibility the sector has for all Coast Guard mission areas across many of the coastal areas, bays, rivers, and lakes that are … Continued
The Virginia Enterprise Zone Program is a state and local partnership and a critical tool in supporting business expansion in Newport News. The City of Newport News hosts two Enterprise Zones and is one of the top users in the … Continued
The Center for Digital Government has named Norfolk as America’s 2019 Top Digital City (for cities with populations of 125,000 to 249,999). Now in its 19th year, the annual survey recognizes cities using technology to tackle social challenges, enhance services, … Continued