Suffolk News Herald

The Suffolk News-Herald is a daily publication that caters to the community of Suffolk, Virginia, in the United States. This newspaper is distributed six days a week and can be picked up for free from newsstands and various local businesses from Tuesday to Sunday. It is operated by Suffolk Publications LLC.

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McGowan Reaches 500 Career Strikeouts as NSA Cruises Past Cape Henry - The Suffolk News-Herald

1 day ago | suffolknewsherald.com | Ed Pugh

Published 7:54 pm Thursday, May 15, 2025 Nansemond-Suffolk Academy’s senior pitcher, Marin McGowan, etched her name into the school’s record books on Thursday, recording her 500th career strikeout in a commanding 21-1 victory over Cape Henry Collegiate in the VISAA Division II state semifinal.
Suffolk backs elderly, disabled property tax relief study - The Suffolk News-Herald

1 day ago | suffolknewsherald.com | Ed Pugh

Published 8:00 am Thursday, May 15, 2025 Suffolk, VA – The Suffolk City Council voted unanimously Wednesday to direct the City Manager to prepare a proposed ordinance to establish a personal property tax relief program for qualified elderly and disabled residents. The move came after a staff report outlining the legal framework, potential eligibility rules, and estimated financial impact of such a program.
Saints two wins from sixth straight VISAA state title - The Suffolk News-Herald

2 days ago | suffolknewsherald.com | Ed Pugh

Published 7:35 pm Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is just two victories away from securing its sixth consecutive VISAA Division II state softball championship. The Saints will face Cape Henry Collegiate in the state semifinal Thursday, May 15, at 3 p.m. at the Dinwiddie Sports Complex in Sutherland. NSA advanced to the semifinal with a 14-0 win over Atlantic Shores Christian in the quarterfinals on May 12, extending their winning streak to 15 games.
SPS alerts parents to dangers of TikTok ‘Chromebook Challenge’ - The Suffolk News-Herald

2 days ago | suffolknewsherald.com | Ed Pugh

Published 1:00 pm Wednesday, May 14, 2025 In a letter to families, Suffolk Public Schools warned parents about a hazardous social media trend known as the “Chromebook Challenge,” gaining nationwide traction among students. The challenge involves students inserting metal objects like paper clips or pencil leads into the USB ports of school-issued Chromebooks, causing the devices to short-circuit, emit smoke, or even catch fire.
Suffolk amends fire prevention code - The Suffolk News-Herald

2 days ago | suffolknewsherald.com | Ed Pugh

Published 9:00 am Wednesday, May 14, 2025 The Suffolk City Council approved an ordinance to amend Chapter 38, Fire Prevention and Protection, of the city’s code during its meeting on May 7, 2025. The proposed amendments aim to align the city code with the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code and the International Fire Code and reflect the current operations of the fire and rescue department.
SPS Board prioritizes year end funds, if available - The Suffolk News-Herald

3 days ago | suffolknewsherald.com | Avery Goodstine

Published 9:00 am Tuesday, May 13, 2025 The Suffolk Public School Board unanimously approved to use 2024-2025 year end funds for additional retention bonuses for SPS employees if the money is available. However, extra funds left over at the end of this fiscal year won’t be known until after June 18 due to year-end closing practices, said Wendy Forsman, SPS chief financial officer.
Trial delayed for IW man accused of stockpiling 150 pipe bombs - The Suffolk News-Herald

3 days ago | suffolknewsherald.com | Stephen Faleski

Published 8:00 am Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Brad Spafford, the Isle of Wight County man accused of stockpiling more than 150 pipe bombs, won’t stand trial this month. A federal judge had set a May 28 trial date in January when Spafford, 36, pleaded not guilty to two felony charges: possessing an unregistered short-barrel rifle and possessing an unregistered destructive device. The charges stem from a Dec.
RMA art exhibition recognizes Windsor students - The Suffolk News-Herald

5 days ago | suffolknewsherald.com | Titus Mohler

Published 10:00 am Sunday, May 11, 2025 Artists attending Windsor High School are being highlighted as part of the Rawls Museum Arts’ Regional High School Art Exhibition that features the work of students from across seven high schools in the region. The exhibition runs from May 7-30 at Rawls Museum Arts (RMA), which is located at 22376 Linden St. Extended in Courtland.
NSA rolls to TCIS title behind Meeks’ bat, McGowan’s arm - The Suffolk News-Herald

6 days ago | suffolknewsherald.com | Ed Pugh

Published 12:49 pm Saturday, May 10, 2025 Nansemond-Suffolk Academy took the first step in its quest for a sixth straight state championship on Friday, rolling past Peninsula Catholic 11-0 to capture the TCIS tournament title. The Saints wasted no time setting the tone, scoring six runs in the bottom of the first inning and never looking back. Paige Meeks led the way at the plate, going 2-for-3 with four RBIs, including a pair of two-run singles in the first and second innings.
Commission revisits chicken ordinance - The Suffolk News-Herald

6 days ago | suffolknewsherald.com | Titus Mohler

Published 9:00 am Saturday, May 10, 2025 The Windsor Planning Commission reviewed and recommended some changes April 23 to a slightly revised version of the unadopted Town of Windsor Chicken Ordinance that had been considered by the commission and Town Council back in 2017.