Dr. Donald Robertson Superintendent

Virginia Beach City Public Schools shares updates on collaborations and volunteer opportunities

Virginia Beach City Public Schools used its official Twitter account on January 20, 2026, to spotlight student collaborations across campuses as well as calls for increased volunteer participation from families and local residents.

Jennifer Ann Kiggans, U.S. representative for Virginia's 2nd congressional district

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans highlights state leadership and public service in recent posts

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans used her social media platform between January 17-19, 2026 to recognize Governor Glenn Youngkin’s leadership in Virginia, acknowledge meetings with top military officials in Washington D.C., and commemorate Dr. Martin…

Dr. Donald Robertson Superintendent

VBSchools highlights principal appreciation and MLK Jr. Day closure in January updates

Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBSchools) shared several community updates via social media between January 16-19, including recognition for principals and notice of closures for Martin Luther King Jr.

Kimberly W. Murden, Chesapeake Convention & Visitors Bureau Tourism Manager

Entertainment events this week in South Tidewater: Jan. 18-24

Don’t miss out on these entertainment events happening in South Tidewater this week.

Elie Bracy, III, Superintendent

Portsmouth Public Schools art educators receive regional awards

Two Portsmouth Public Schools (PPS) educators have been recognized by the Tidewater Virginia Regional Chapter of the National Art Education Association.

Jared A. Cotton, Superintendent

Chesapeake Virtual Academy opens applications for online K-12 programs for next school year

The Chesapeake Virtual Academy (CVA) has opened its application process for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Taylor Ethridge and Clyde Bailey II

Who from South Tidewater area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Wednesday, Jan. 21?

On Wednesday, Jan. 21, these former South Tidewater area high school stars will be competing.

Mark Williams

Which ex-high school standouts featured in South Tidewater will compete on Tuesday, Jan. 20?

Tuesday, Jan. 20 will see this former South Tidewater area high school star in competition.

Dr. Donald Robertson Superintendent

VBSchools announces student recovery resources and key dates for families

Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBSchools) shared updates for local families via Twitter on January 16, 2026.

Dr. Sharon I. Byrdsong, Superintendent

Norfolk Public Schools announces Teachers of the Year finalists and honorees for 2027

Norfolk Public Schools has announced its Teachers of the Year finalists and honorees for 2027 through several posts between January 14-16, 2026.

Yasmine Brown and Nyeisha Savage

Who from South Tidewater area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Monday, Jan. 19?

These former South Tidewater area high school athletes will take part in events on Monday, Jan. 19.

Sterling White III and Taylor Ethridge

Who among former South Tidewater area high school stars will participate in events the week of Monday, Jan. 19?

These ex-South Tidewater area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Jan. 19.

Kimberly W. Murden, Chesapeake Convention & Visitors Bureau Tourism Manager

This weekend’s entertainment events in South Tidewater: Friday, Jan. 16 – Sunday, Jan. 18

Don’t miss out on these entertainment events happening in South Tidewater this weekend.

Dr. Donald Robertson Superintendent

VBSchools highlights parent engagement opportunities and community response efforts

Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBSchools) posted several updates between January 13–15, 2026 about parent advisory opportunities, technical education events for students, and community recovery efforts after local home fires.

Collin Hines and Toa Hollenbeck

Who are the ex-high school stars from South Tidewater area competing on Sunday, Jan. 18?

These former South Tidewater area high school standouts will be competing on Sunday, Jan. 18.

Jen Kiggans U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 2nd district

Jen Kiggans highlights legislative priorities and outreach efforts on social media

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans used social media posts dated January 13-14, 2026 to discuss her past work protecting women’s sports legislation and current initiatives like the Clarity on Care Options Act.

Dr. Sharon I. Byrdsong, Superintendent

Norfolk Public Schools highlights three finalists for 2027 teacher of the year

Norfolk Public Schools has announced three finalists—Allison Farnam, Stephanie Ogborn, and Karen Howard—for its 2027 Teacher of the Year award through social media posts on January 13-14, 2026.

Anthony Lewis and Melo Baines

Which former South Tidewater area high school stars will compete on Saturday, Jan. 17?

These former South Tidewater area high school standouts will be competing on Saturday, Jan. 17.

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips

Isle of Wight County’s lowest midgrade gas price recorded at $2.69 for week ending Jan. 3

The cheapest per-gallon price for midgrade gas in Isle of Wight County during the week ending Jan. 3 was $2.69 per gallon.

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips

Isle of Wight County’s lowest regular gas price recorded at $2.49 for week ending Jan. 3

The lowest price for a gallon of regular gas in Isle of Wight County during the week ending Jan. 3 was $2.49, according to customer reports to GasBuddy.

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