BY JAMES ALLEN When speaking to people of the Christian faith, I often remind them that to be “Christian” means we are to be
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BY CARLA HESSELTINE I recently completed the Sorensen Institute’s Candidate Training Program designed to prepare future candidates interested in running for office. During the intensive
BY TINA MAPES Time and talent are probably the most valuable things you can give to any organization or candidate for public office. For
BY DON HIPPLE I have been involved in volunteering for several years. From 1980 to 2003, I worked with the Special Olympics program and also
BY MELISSA ZIBUTIS The Virginia Beach Office of Volunteer Resources receives inquiries daily from people with the best intentions to make a difference in
BY JANE BLOODWORTH ROWE COURTHOUSE — Over the years, the North Landing River has served as a major transportation route and an important food source
Ed. — This story original appeared in print on Friday, June 8. It was posted in September 2018 for archival purposes. An earlier online version
Meeting, resolution follows concern about term used in text messages by Virginia Beach city official
BY JOHN-HENRY DOUCETTE COURTHOUSE — Controversy over a description used in a text message between Virginia Beach city officials seems to have been resolved
Ed. note — The Independent News asked announced candidates for the Virginia Beach School Board Princess Anne District seat to answer an initial set of questions
Ed. — This is a developing story, and it will be updated online and in the upcoming print edition of The Independent News. BY JOHN-HENRY