VIRGINIA BEACH — A group of investors backing the Virginia Beach Oceanfront pier proposal abruptly withdrew their support just hours before a public workshop where city officials asked the public for their input on Entertainment District projects. The public workshop was mandated by Virginia Beach City Council. READ MORE
https://wydaily.com/local-news/2018/03/16/have-no-pier-proposal-withdrawn-as-city-leaders-meet-on-major-oceanfront-projects/
It’s no secret that automobile emissions have had a major impact on the environment,
specifically relating to global warming. But what about these emissions and their possible impact on human health, especially in an enclosed space such as one of the many tunnels drivers in Hampton Roads travel through daily? We investigated and found the answer to that question for you. READ MORE
Are there health risks to driving through the Hampton Roads tunnels?
Virginia Beach students participated in a national school walkout to raise awareness about gun violence — but it came at a cost. Students who participated in the walkout received an unexcused absence for the class that they left. READ MORE
https://wydaily.com/local-news/2018/03/14/virginia-beach-students-to-face-consequences-if-they-participate-in-17-minute-gun-control-walkout/
The owner of a Virginia Beach dog rescue was fined $750 after being convicted of illegally importing animals, including an American pit bull terrier that attacked and killed a 90-year-old woman. The charges strictly pertained to the illegal importation of animals “without having the appropriate medical certificates” for the animals. One of those animals was an American pit bull terrier named Blue who attacked and killed Margaret Colvin on May 31, 2017. READ MORE
$750 fine for dog rescue owner tied to fatal pit bull attack
With spring around the corner, a new family-friendly fitness center is preparing to make its debut — just in time for warmer weather. The 80,000 square foot Redmill Onelife Fitness facility is expected to open at the end of March off of General Booth Blvd. The new facility will provide a kid’s club, splash zone, lap pool, cardio rooms, four-lane lap pool, free weight area, multiple fitness rooms for classes such as yoga, and Les Mills workouts, and much more. READ MORE
Redmill fitness club opening soon: kids splash and play while parents workout and unwind
