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Your City, Your Voice

By South Tidewater News Report | Jul 5, 2023

Community input in government decision making doesn’t stop after Election Day.

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South Tidewater News area weekly mass times

By South Tidewater News | Jul 1, 2023

The following parishes in the South Tidewater News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

S. Military Hwy Lane Closures

By South Tidewater News Report | Jul 1, 2023

Beginning Monday, July 10, a Norfolk Naval Shipyard Gas Line installation project will require lane closures on S. Military Hwy between Canal Drive and the Gilmerton Bridge.

Virginia Beach Fire Department Reminds Citizens Fireworks are ILLEGAL in Virginia Beach

By South Tidewater News Report | Jul 1, 2023

July Fourth means family picnics, outdoor fun, and night skies full of fireworks, but most residents and visitors are unaware of the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code, the Code of Virginia, and the Virginia Beach City Code Section 12-43.2, that strictly prohibits fireworks and pyrotechnics within the city limits unless properly permitted.

City of Virginia Beach Operating Schedule for July 3-4

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 30, 2023

The following Virginia Beach facilities will be CLOSED Monday, July 3, and Tuesday, July 4, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday unless otherwise noted below.

City of Norfolk Offices Closed for Observance of Independence Day

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 30, 2023

The City of Norfolk’s government offices, including libraries and recreation centers, will be closed on Monday, July 3, and Tuesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

Heavy Traffic, Large Crowds Expected for July Fourth

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 30, 2023

Larger than normal crowds are expected to attend the Fourth of July Stars and Stripes Celebration at the Oceanfront next week.

HRT Reduces Fare for Former MAX Routes

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 29, 2023

Starting Saturday, July 1, 2023, MAX fare will be eliminated.

HRT July 3 and Independence Day Operations

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 29, 2023

On, Monday July 3, 2023, All Hampton Roads Transit bus, light rail, ferry, base express and paratransit services will operate on their regular schedule.

Independence Day Events in Chesapeake

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 29, 2023

There will be multiple opportunities to show your patriotism in Chesapeake.

Summer School Speed Zones

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 29, 2023

Summer school is now in session and so are the school zone speed cameras.

Fatal Accident Involving Pedestrian on Virginia Beach BLVD

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 29, 2023

On June 27, 2023, at approximately 4:15 PM, a pedestrian, identified as Maria Villasante (F/82) of Virginia Beach, entered the roadway where she was struck by an eastbound vehicle.

Norfolk Animal Care Center at Critical Capacity for Dogs

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 28, 2023

Norfolk Animal Care & Adoption Center’s (NACC) dog kennels are at critical capacity and urgently needs your help making the space for incoming dogs.

Independence Day Holiday Schedule

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 28, 2023

In observance of the upcoming Independence Day holiday, the following closures and schedule adjustments will occur (please note the updates following the June 27 City Council meeting).

Temporary Road Closure for Indian River Road

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 28, 2023

Due to unsafe roadway conditions, Virginia Beach Public Works has temporarily closed Indian River to through traffic between West Neck Road and Princess Anne Road.

Hampton Roads Transit reduces fare for former MAX routes

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 27, 2023

Hampton Roads Transit is reducing the fare on all former Metro Area Express (MAX) routes.

Firework Safety and Concerns

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 27, 2023

Every year around this time we remind the community that fireworks are illegal in the City of Chesapeake.

Swimming Advisories Lifted for Three Ocean View Beaches in Norfolk

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 26, 2023

The Norfolk Department of Public Health has lifted the swimming advisories posted on Wednesday, June 21, for North Community Beach, Ocean View Beach, and Sarah Constant Beach.

Virginia Beach City Manager Appoints Two to Newly Designed Top Human Resources Leadership Positions

By South Tidewater News Report | Jun 26, 2023

Following a national search, Virginia Beach City Manager Patrick Duhaney has appointed existing City Human Resources experts to two new department director roles instead of one.