Virginia Beach is urging residents to cut nonessential water use as dry conditions have left its reservoir roughly 10% below normal (the last severe drought occurred in 2002).
Officials advise reducing tasks like filling pools until more rain replenishes the supply.
Local officials are reviewing a rainfall deficit that has raised worries about water supply and climate impacts in the region — experts say conservation measures and careful water use may help the community adjust as drier conditions continue.
They plan further studies to better understand the situation.
Mutts with a Mission is hosting an information session from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at its Virginia Beach training center for those interested in raising puppies to become service dogs for veterans and first responders (a program started nearly 20 years ago by veteran Brooke Corson).
A Virginia Beach fire captain recalls finding a driver's license after 9/11 and remembers the woman linked to it 25 years later.
His account shows how a small item can hold deep memories from a time of loss.
On Friday, locals gathered at the Virginia Beach Fire Training Center to mark 25 years since Sept.
11 (2001) by remembering victims and honoring first responders, reflecting the community’s enduring commitment to service.
AAA reports gas prices are $4.13 a gallon after crude oil topped $100 amid the Iran conflict.
Existing home sales dropped 2% and mortgage rates reached 7%, potentially adding about $250+ to monthly payments.
A Virginia Beach resident is showcasing his portable, stainless steel 9/11 memorial with engraved victim names at public events this September.
Owner Ed Hogle will sell jigsaw puzzles based on the tribute to fund a dementia caregiver network provided by local churches (Sept. 11, Sept. 18/19, Sept. 26).
The Hampton VA Health Care System opened its Western Branch outpatient clinic at 2508 Chesapeake Square Ring Road in Chesapeake yesterday.
The 27000 sqft facility offers primary care, mental health services, diagnostic imaging and is the first veterans drive through pharmacy, improving access for over 10,000 veterans.
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