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Congresswoman Jen Kiggans shares personal reflections and political engagements

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans shares her reflections during Holy Week and engages in strategic discussions with notable visitors in Washington.

By South Tidewater News | Apr 14, 2025

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Isle of Wight County: Residents received $83.69 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.3% of income in Isle of Wight County, providing an average of $2,084 per capita to residents.

By South Tidewater News | Apr 13, 2025

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Jen Kiggans addresses national shipbuilding and community-based initiatives in recent posts

By South Tidewater News | Apr 12, 2025

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans, who represents Virginia’s 2nd district, recently discussed shipbuilding concerns and expressed cultural festivities through social media posts on April 11 and 12.

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VDOT begins construction on I-264 west off-ramp improvements at Ballentine Boulevard

By South Tidewater News | Apr 11, 2025

Construction has commenced on a project by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to enhance traffic flow at the Interstate 264 (I-264) west off-ramp at Ballentine Boulevard (exit 12) in Norfolk.

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Congresswoman Jen Kiggans highlights progress on federal voting and veterans' healthcare issues

By South Tidewater News | Apr 11, 2025

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans, representing Virginia's 2nd district, shared updates about her involvement in both federal and local issues on April 10 and 11, 2025.

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Jen Kiggans discusses Indo-Pacific defense, Navy experiences, and budget plans in Congress

By South Tidewater News | Apr 10, 2025

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans discussed strategic military roles in the Indo-Pacific, shared memories of her Navy service, and endorsed the House GOP budget resolution.

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Norfolk Arts Commission invites grant applications for FY 2026

By South Tidewater News | Apr 10, 2025

The Norfolk Arts Commission has opened the application process for grants available to nonprofit arts and cultural organizations serving the residents of Norfolk.

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Battleship Wisconsin hosts anniversary celebration with new exhibits and tours

By South Tidewater News | Apr 9, 2025

Norfolk, Va. — The Battleship Wisconsin (BB-64) will celebrate its 81st anniversary on April 12 with a day of programming hosted by Nauticus.

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Jen Kiggans discusses national security, naval aviation, and meetings with military officials

By South Tidewater News | Apr 8, 2025

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans, representing Virginia’s 2nd district, recently shared her insights on national security topics through a series of social media posts.

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Kinship at Kindred project initiates latest phase of St. Paul’s redevelopment

By South Tidewater News | Apr 8, 2025

Developers and officials in Norfolk, Virginia are set to break ground on the latest phase of the St. Paul’s Transformation Area project.

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Jen Kiggans tweets about honoring military families and hosting leaders in Washington

By South Tidewater News | Apr 7, 2025

Jen Kiggans shared a series of tweets about her recent activities and initiatives.

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Norfolk's FY 2026 budget hearing set for April 9

By South Tidewater News | Apr 7, 2025

City of Norfolk residents have various opportunities to engage with and provide feedback on the proposed FY 2026 budget.

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Jen Kiggans advocates for veterans, tax cuts, and skilled trades in recent posts

By South Tidewater News | Apr 4, 2025

In recent social media posts, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans addresses various policy issues.

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Isle of Wight County saw 13.4% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By South Tidewater News | Apr 4, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 19.5% of income in Isle of Wight County, an alarming 13.4% surge from 6.1% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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Jen Kiggans emphasizes energy security and public engagement in recent tweets

By South Tidewater News | Apr 3, 2025

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans participated in a panel highlighting the essential role of energy security in national defense, hosted a tele-town hall, and invited constituents to stay informed through her newsletter.

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Jen Kiggans addresses fleet expansion, tax support, and autism awareness

By South Tidewater News | Apr 2, 2025

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans discusses recent initiatives, indicating her focus on naval fleet enhancement, providing tax assistance, and boosting autism awareness.

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Franklin city: Medicaid dependency reached 5.2% in 2022

By South Tidewater News | Apr 2, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 5.2% of income in Franklin city, providing an average of $2,754 per capita to residents.

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Congresswoman Jen Kiggans engages constituents with offers of Capitol tours and tax help

By South Tidewater News | Apr 1, 2025

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans remains actively engaged with her constituents, notably offering Capitol tours and support with tax filing ahead of Tax Day.

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Norfolk city events highlight awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month

By South Tidewater News | Mar 31, 2025

The City of Norfolk is observing Child Abuse Prevention Month this April and is encouraging the community to support the efforts dedicated to protecting children and families.

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Festival highlights maritime career opportunities in Hampton Roads

By South Tidewater News | Mar 31, 2025

Nauticus, in collaboration with the Regional Maritime Training System (RMTS), has announced the "Weld It, Build It, Sail It—A Reimagined Maritime Careers Festival."