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Chesapeake adjusts trash collection schedule after snow disruption

Trash collection services in Chesapeake will resume on Saturday, February 22, and Monday, February 24.

By South Tidewater News | Feb 21, 2025

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Congresswoman Jen Kiggans addresses international conflicts and introduces new legislation

By South Tidewater News | Feb 21, 2025

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans has expressed concern over geopolitical threats posed by Russia, China, and Iran while introducing legislation aimed at addressing contaminated wells in Virginia.

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans discusses community engagement and policy priorities

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans shares updates on community tours at the U.S. Capitol and addresses significant issues such as hostage returns involving Hamas and solutions for nursing shortages through proposed legislation on February 20, 2025

Jen Kiggans issues safety advisory amid heavy snowfall in Hampton Roads

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans addressed constituents via social media regarding significant snowfall expected in Hampton Roads.

City of Norfolk offices remain closed due to inclement weather

All City of Norfolk government offices, including recreation centers and libraries such as The Slover, will remain closed on Friday, February 21.

Hampton Roads Transit continues service suspension due to weather

Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) will maintain its suspension of all services on Friday, February 21, due to ongoing adverse weather conditions.

Grand larceny suspects sought after theft at beauty supply store

By South Tidewater News | Feb 19, 2025

On December 21, 2024, suspects entered a beauty supply store on Greenbrier Parkway and stole $7,574 worth of beauty supplies.

Norfolk city offices closed due to inclement weather; rescheduling waste collection

By South Tidewater News | Feb 19, 2025

All City of Norfolk government offices, recreation centers, and libraries will remain closed on Thursday, February 20, due to inclement weather.

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans addresses TRICARE claims and state emergency declaration

By South Tidewater News | Feb 19, 2025

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans addresses unpaid TRICARE claims urging swift action from Defense Health Agency on February 18th.

Hampton Roads Transit suspends services due to winter storm

Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) has announced that all services will be suspended early on Wednesday, February 19, due to an impending winter storm.

Norfolk announces closures due to impending winter weather

Due to an impending winter storm, the City of Norfolk has announced the closure of all government offices, recreation centers, and libraries on Wednesday, February 19.

Chesapeake reminds pet owners of outdoor safety rules during winter

Pet owners in southeastern Virginia, particularly in Chesapeake, are reminded of the regulations regarding keeping animals outside during the winter months.

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans addresses TRICARE issues and celebrates Presidents Day

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans recently addressed various topics via social media posts dated February 15-18, 2025.

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans shares anniversary and engages with Civil Air Patrol

By South Tidewater News | Feb 15, 2025

In a series of tweets from mid-February 2025, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans celebrated her wedding anniversary and Valentine's Day while also engaging with the Civil Air Patrol Virginia Wing regarding aviation issues.

Chesapeake Police undergoes reaccreditation assessment with public comment invited

By South Tidewater News | Feb 14, 2025

The Chesapeake Police Department is set for an on-site reaccreditation assessment by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) on March 3-4, 2025.

Chesapeake Police Department invites public comment for CALEA accreditation review

By South Tidewater News | Feb 14, 2025

The Chesapeake Police Department has been engaged in the CALEA accreditation process since 2011, achieving its initial accreditation in 2014.

MacArthur Memorial offers free screening of Sands of Iwo Jima

By South Tidewater News | Feb 14, 2025

The MacArthur Memorial in Norfolk, Virginia, is set to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima with a free screening of the 1949 film "Sands of Iwo Jima."

Single mother's camper stolen from church parking lot; public's help sought

By South Tidewater News | Feb 13, 2025

In the early hours of January 20, 2025, a Coleman 17B camper was stolen from a church parking lot located in the 1500 block of S. Battlefield Blvd.