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Darlisha Moore has been living between hotels and her car since January. She's been diligent about checking with local housing resources to get permanent housing, but has found herself "going around in circles, looking crazy."
Photo by Toby Cox
Business & Growth
People experiencing homelessness in Hampton Roads chase help that is often out of reach
Toby Cox
One Hampton Roads woman took WHRO on the futile journey as she tried to navigate an unclear and often roundabout system.
Williamsburg and James City County have run a joint schools operation since the 1950s. But that may be on the way out. (Image via Shutterstock)
Education News
Which cities and counties in Hampton Roads are asking voters to decide on a 1% sales tax for school construction?
Ashley White, Nash Phillips
The referendum will appear on the November ballot and, if it passes, could be used on new projects.
A map of where the proposed Old Myrtle Solar farm was planned.
Image via the city of Suffolk
Local Government
Suffolk says no to another solar farm on agricultural land
Nick McNamara
Several council members felt the developer didn't do enough to meet with neighbors about their objections.
The Virginia Symphony Orchestra will perform a free concert Friday night at the Portsmouth Pavilion.
Photo by Eric Lusher
Arts & Culture
The Virginia Symphony will perform a free concert Friday in Portsmouth
Staff Report
The program's goal is to raise Portsmouth's profile as a hotspot for arts and culture.
Early voting in Virginia begins Sept. 18. Voters will pick congressional representatives, consider state and some local referendums, as well as local governing and school boards.
Photo by Zach D. Roberts
Elections
Congress, school boards, city councils and more: Learn about who’s on Hampton Roads’ ballots
Staff Report
WHRO asked candidates about the topics you said you were most interested in to help you as you head to the polls.
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