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EDITORIAL: Pause and reflect this Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a solemn national holiday that like many other days of remembrance, and for reasons both seasonal and societal, has had its meaning ... Read more

by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Monday, May 27, 2024 8:00 am

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EDITORIAL: We want to hear from our readers

Letters to the editor are a longstanding tradition in newspapers that give the public the opportunity to let their voice be heard.  This is one ... Read more

by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Thursday, May 16, 2024 10:00 am

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EDITORIAL: Hometown Choice returns

Wednesday, May 8, we officially launched our annual Hometown Choice competition on our website. If you’re not familiar with this contest, it’s a chance for ... Read more

by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Thursday, May 9, 2024 10:00 am

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EDITORIAL: Speed cameras are much needed

Back in February, Southampton County Sheriff Josh A. Wyche announced the installation of school zone traffic enforcement camera systems were to be installed at Southampton ... Read more

by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Monday, April 8, 2024 9:00 am

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EDITORIAL: Be transparent on cause of public schools’ fiscal mess

The last thing Isle of Wight County Schools needs right now is a crisis of citizen confidence in the division’s fiscal management. Tens of millions ... Read more

by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Friday, January 26, 2024 3:53 pm

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EDITORIAL: Fireproof your Christmas

The holiday season is synonymous with joy and celebration, but safety should always be a top priority amid the festivities — especially regarding fire hazards. ... Read more

by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Monday, December 18, 2023 7:05 pm

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EDITORIAL: Celebrate local with Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday is paramount in fostering vibrant communities and supporting locally-owned businesses. This annual event, which falls on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, encourages consumers ... Read more

by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Wednesday, November 22, 2023 7:29 pm

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EDITORIAL: Your voice matters; your vote matters

As Election Day approaches, we want to remind you of the immense power that lies within your hands. On Tuesday, Nov. 7, we have a ... Read more

by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Monday, November 6, 2023 9:30 pm

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EDITORIAL: The Lingering Legacy of ‘Daisy Girl’

In 1964, a one-minute television ad changed the landscape of U.S. politics forever. The ad, commonly referred to as the ‘Daisy Girl’ ad, portrayed a ... Read more

by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Wednesday, October 18, 2023 5:17 pm

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EDITORIAL: Stepping up to the polls

Early voting for the November election begins Sept. 22 in Virginia. In a time when our democracy faces numerous challenges, one of the most meaningful ... Read more

by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Friday, September 15, 2023 4:26 pm

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