Suffolk

Jill Winkowski and Prue Salasky are “word nerds” who met in an Old Dominion University syntax class.

Chesapeake history, Suffolk’s growth and a Newport News business owner crafting state rules: Hampton Roads through the news in the past year.

The plan has been the topic of public contention. One civic league leader plans to get the attorney general involved.

Suffolk is one of many localities that had to update its local regulations to catch up with emerging energy infrastructure tied to renewables like solar and wind.

The former Regal Inn hotel will contain 15 double occupancy rooms, with ground-floor rooms meeting ADA standards.

The nearly $3 million in state funding comes through the Virginia Land Conservation Foundation.

Residents and councilmembers can’t agree on a number of proposed changes in Suffolk’s comprehensive plan, most tied to the city’s rapid growth.

Ebony Wright says she wants to take a closer look at proposed development, build a more effective community engagement plan and bolster school safety.

Virginia Beach and Norfolk recently renewed longstanding contracts with TFC Recycling after residents said in surveys they’re willing to pay more to keep the service.

Some citizen groups say Mayor Mike Duman’s close victory was driven by concerns about continued development in the city.