A new poll ranked all 50 states by giving people head-to-head matchups and having them vote on which state was better. The most popular states are Hawaii, Colorado, Virginia, Nevada, and North Carolina with Hawaitt being the #1 state overall. The ten least popular states are: Alabama . . . Mississippi . . . New Jersey…
Norfolk SPCA to Open Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic in June
The Norfolk SPCA will open the region’s first dedicated, high-volume, low-cost spay/neuter clinic in June, 2021. According to a press release, the new Community Spay/Neuter Clinic will double the current spay/neuter capacity, allowing the shelter to provide surgeries for over 13,000 animals annually. The Norfolk SPCA’s efforts will dramatically decrease euthanasia as a means of population control, lower the number…
Chesapeake Health Dept. Kicks Off Weekly Farmer’s Market to Increase Access to Fresh Food
Chesapeake Health Department has kicked off a weekly Farmer’s mark to help Hampton Roads residents who need access to healthier food options. The department started the initiative to help families in their WIC nutrition program get farmer’s market vouchers. Kimi Stevens, a public relations representative for CHD, says, “If you’re financially eligible, then you qualify,” said Stevens.…
Local Girl Scout Troop Gives Back, Donates Portion of Sales to Norfolk SPCA
A local Girl Scout Troop gave back in a big way! Girl Scout Troop 396 donated a portion of the proceeds from their cookie sales to the Norfolk SPCA to purchase cleaning supplies, dog and cat toys, litter, treats, and food The troop also visited the shelter and helped to make enrichment items for the animals! Girl…
Corolla Wild Horses Welcome New Foal, Betsy.
The wild horses of the Currituck Outer Banks have welcomed a new foal, a filly named Betsy. She was born recently, making her the third foal of 2021. The Corolla Wild Horse Fund shared the news on Facebook saying that Betsy, her mother M&M and her father Rocky, are all doing well. Welcome Betsy! This…
Some COVID-19 Vaccines Were ‘Improperly Stored’ at Hampton Walgreens Store
If you received a COVID-19 vaccination from Walgreens located at 919 W. Mercury Boulevard between March 12 and 26, officials are recommending that you be “revaccinated.” According to WAVY-TV 10, Walgreens had discovered certain vials of the COVID-19 vaccine were “improperly stored” at one pharmacy before they were administered to patients. For more, visit wavy.com.
Phase 2 COVID-19 Vaccines Now Open to Anyone 16 or Older in Virginia Beach
PHASE 2 COVID-19 VACCINES NOW OPEN – anyone 16 and older who lives or works in Virginia Beach is now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Pre-register to be notified when you are eligible to schedule an appointment by visiting vaccinate.virginia.gov or calling 877-VAX-IN-VA (877-829-4682, TTY users call 7-1-1). Assistance is available in English, Spanish…
All Virginia Adults Will be Eligible For COVID-19 Vaccine by April 18, Northam Says
Gov. Ralph Northam announced Thursday that all Virginians ages 16 and older will be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine appointment by April 18. Starting on April 4, health districts that have offered an appointment to everyone in phase 1c may start offering appointments to those in the general public who have pre-registered, officials say. To…
City of Chesapeake Moves to Phase 1c of Vaccinations
Chesapeake is moving into Phase 1c for COVID-19 vaccinations. Residents who qualify for Phase 1c should register at vaccinate.virginia.gov or call 1-877-829-4682. Appointments are required. Under Phase 1c, vaccinations can be offered to other essential workers in the fields of energy, water, wastewater and waste removal, housing and construction, food service, transportation and logistics, institutions of higher…
Nauticus Hosts Virtual ‘Community Clean Up Day’
Nauticus will host a virtual “Community Clean Up” on April 3rd. To join in, participants can clean up their neighborhood, park or beach. After doing so, they’ll be able to get a discounted admission rate of $7.57 (plus tax) to Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin on April 3 or 4. Register to participate here. Grab…