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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 ...
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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 ...
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. ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Friday, September 15, 2023 4:26 pm
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EDITORIAL: Share state surplus with localities
Democrats and Republicans in a divided Richmond say they’ve finally negotiated a compromise on a state budget flush with billions in unexpected revenue. The state’s ...
by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 6:32 pm
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EDITORIAL: Data centers big opportunity for region
Some recent news from far western Virginia caught our eye, reminding us of an economic development opportunity for our region. The Bristol Herald-Courier reported that ...
by The Tidewater News Editorial Board, Wednesday, August 2, 2023 6:26 pm
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EDITORIAL: Worthy legislation
Dean Ridings, chief executive officer of one of the trade organizations to which we belong, America’s Newspapers, penned this editorial in response to the newest ...