Blue Angel #4, Lt. Cmdr. Jim Cox, explains the Double Farvel maneuver during our first episode of The Debrief.
A College Student Is Sewing Special Face Masks for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People
College Senior Is Sewing Reusable Face Masks For The Deaf And Hard Of Hearing Community. “I felt like there was a huge population that was being looked over,” Lawrence said. “We’re all panicking right now and so a lot of people are just not being thought of.” The deaf and hard of hearing need masks…
Suffolk Fire and Library Use 3D printer to Make Protective Face Masks During COVID-19 Pandemic
The Suffolk Fire Department is working with the city library to use their 3D printer to create protective masks for first responders during the coronavirus pandemic. “Using design files, library staff printed the part that goes around the head and on the bottom of the shield. Capt. Willet handled the face shield part by using…
Virginia State Police to Suspend Vehicle Inspection Enforcement
The Virginia State Police will suspend enforcement of motor vehicle safety inspections per a directive from Governor Ralph Northam. According to a release, Northam has directed the VSP Superintendent to suspend enforcement of state law § 46.2-1157 for 60 days.
Virginia Peninsula Foodbank Holding Drive-Thru Food Distribution in Newport News
The Virginia Peninsula Foodbank is holding a drive-thru food giveaway this week: – Friday at Darling Stadium in Hampton from 10 to noon You don’t have to get out of the car, but *make sure your trunk is clear* The agency will continue to have a food distribution every week. If you would like to…
Pungo Strawberry Festival Canceled for First Time Ever Due to Coronavirus
The strawberry festival was scheduled for Memorial Day weekend. Gov. Northam’s stay-at-home order currently goes through June 10.
Norfolk SPCA Establishes Emergency Pet Pantry For Families In Need In Response To COVA-19
The Norfolk SPCA has created an Emergency Pet Pantry. This effort will directly benefit families and their pets experiencing financial hardship. “Help your community and neighbors in need by donating unopened pet food and treats to our Emergency Pet Pantry, open 9:00am – 4:30pm daily, at our Main Shelter located at 916 Ballentine Blvd. After-hours…
Here’s How You Can Workout At Home With No Equipment
With gyms across the country closed, many are looking for at-home workouts. Local gyms like One Life Fitness and the YMCA of Southampton Roads are offering on-line classes to members. Peloton is giving new users free workouts for 90 days – no bike needed. Users can choose from classes such as yoga, meditation, strength training…
COVA-19 Drive-thru Screening and Testing in Hampton Roads
3/20 update: Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is starting a car triage screening process for active duty military and their families. It will run from 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. daily. Not everyone who is screened will be tested, however. A doctor will decide if the patient should be tested or sent home for self-observation. Just…
Coronavirus Hotlines Set Up Across Hampton Roads
Local, state, and federal agencies to set up call centers to provide COVID-19 information to the public. Hampton Roads Southside The Norfolk Department of Public Health has combined resources with health districts in Hampton Roads to set up a public call center. It will “provide the public with a centralized location to make requests for information and…