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Chesapeake In The Know
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Avoiding Frozen Pipes
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, December 23, 2020 7:53:00 AM
Avoid frozen pipes with these simple tips.
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12 Days of Preparedness
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, December 17, 2020 10:11:00 AM
If 2020 has taught us anything it’s that we have to be prepared for everything. So here’s your guide to ...
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Holiday Recycling
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, December 10, 2020 12:26:00 PM
Learn which holiday items can go in the blue bin - and which cannot.
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Virtual Town Meeting
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Friday, November 6, 2020 8:34:00 AM
Learn how to participate in the December Town Meeting.
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Election Expectations
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Friday, October 23, 2020 11:48:00 AM
This election is historic in many ways. Here's what you can expect this November.
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Water Bills
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Tuesday, October 20, 2020 12:29:00 PM
Water bills are often higher this time of year. Here's why!
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Fires in the Kitchen: Cooking Safety
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, October 1, 2020 12:26:00 PM
Cooking is the number one cause of home fires and fire injuries.
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Trick-or-Treating in 2020
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Tuesday, September 29, 2020 8:20:00 AM
Trick-or-treating tips for 2020.
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Election Security in Chesapeake
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Friday, September 25, 2020 7:13:00 AM
We answer FAQs related to election security here in Chesapeake.
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Voting In-Person When You've Requested Absentee
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, September 23, 2020 9:02:00 AM
If you have requested an absentee ballot but now want to vote in person, you can! Here’s how.
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The Maze of Pipes Beneath the Street
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, September 23, 2020 7:09:00 AM
Beneath your neighborhood there's a maze of pipes, all for different purposes.
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The Voter's Guide to Voting
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Tuesday, September 22, 2020 9:03:00 AM
A guide to all the ways you can vote in the November 2020 Election.
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Chesapeake Weekly: Under 5 (9/14/2020)
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Monday, September 14, 2020 12:17:00 PM
Here are all the links and details from this week's edition of Chesapeake Weekly: Under 5, which you can find ...
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Prepare your Finances for Disaster
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, September 10, 2020 12:14:00 PM
Tips to get financially prepared for emergencies.
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Chesapeake Weekly: Under 5 (9-8-2020)
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Tuesday, September 8, 2020 9:20:00 AM
Here's what was talked about in the latest Chesapeake Weekly: Under 5.
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Chesapeake Weekly: Under 5 (8-31-2020)
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Monday, August 31, 2020 10:18:00 AM
Links and details from Chesapeake Weekly: Under 5 for the week of Monday, August 31, 2020.
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Emergency Shelters in the Age of COVID-19
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Monday, August 31, 2020 10:09:00 AM
The height of hurricane season is here. Are you prepared?
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Saving in the Summer
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Friday, August 28, 2020 10:07:00 AM
Easy tips to save money on your power bill.
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Chesapeake Weekly: Under 5 (8-24-2020)
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Monday, August 24, 2020 2:23:00 PM
Here are all the links and details from this week's edition of Chesapeake Weekly: Under 5, which you can find ...
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Chesapeake Cares
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, August 20, 2020 11:24:00 AM
Chesapeake is truly the City that Cares.
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Bank On Chesapeake
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, August 19, 2020 10:06:00 AM
Now more than ever before, many of us are stressed about finances. And it’s one of those struggles where the ...
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Preparing for Hurricane Isaias
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Friday, July 31, 2020 7:32:00 AM
We’re keeping a close eye on Hurricane Isaias and any potential impacts it may have on our area. If you ...
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A NEW City Website
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, July 29, 2020 11:44:00 AM
Help us with our website redesign.
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Heat Safety
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, July 29, 2020 11:42:00 AM
The summer-time heat is no joke. Believe it or not, more people die from heat-related illness each year than from ...
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The Latest on Census 2020
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, July 29, 2020 11:39:00 AM
Take the 2020 Census today to avoid getting a knock at the door.
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2020 Farmers Market Options
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, July 29, 2020 11:37:00 AM
There are lots of options for farmers markets this year.
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Keep Your Ditch Draining
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, July 23, 2020 8:33:00 AM
Tips to keep the stormwater flowing through your ditch.
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COVID-19: Clearing It Up
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, July 22, 2020 12:07:00 PM
Chesapeake Health Department answers some commonly asked questions.
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Hurricane Prep in the Age of COVID-19
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, May 28, 2020 11:01:00 AM
We’re going into what could be a very interesting hurricane season.
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Contact Tracing
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, May 13, 2020 12:02:00 PM
Contract tracing... do you know what it means?
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Bee a Bee Lover
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, May 13, 2020 11:57:00 AM
We are in prime bee season right now so it’s quite possible you’ll come upon a bee swarm as you ...
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June 23 Election - What You Need To Know
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Sunday, May 10, 2020 1:26:00 PM
The next election is Tuesday, June 23.
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Voting in Times of COVID-19
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, April 30, 2020 11:26:00 AM
Election Day has officially moved to Tuesday, May 19. Our Voter Registrar’s Office has been working hard to provide multiple ways to vote that are safe for voters and election officials
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Mosquito Season Preview
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Friday, April 17, 2020 6:26:00 AM
Mosquito season is on its way and after a mild winter, it could be an active one. Right now Chesapeake ...
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Make Working from Home Work
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, April 8, 2020 8:28:00 AM
If working from home is your new normal, you may find yourself struggling to be as productive as you were ...
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Talk to your Kids
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, April 8, 2020 8:26:00 AM
The world is a scary place for all of us right now so imagine what it’s like for our kids. ...
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Scoop the Poop!
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, April 8, 2020 8:25:00 AM
Walking your dog is a great outdoor activity while we’re social distancing, especially since the standard dog leash is six ...
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Behavioral Health Tips
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, April 1, 2020 8:24:00 AM
The emotional impact of COVID-19 varies person to person but one thing is for sure. No matter what you’re feeling, ...
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The Next Election is May 5
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, March 25, 2020 8:22:00 AM
The next election is on Tuesday, May 5. The Mayor and several City Council and School Board positions will be ...
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Tornado Season
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Friday, March 20, 2020 8:20:00 AM
As we hopefully wave goodbye to snow season, we head into tornado season. Tornadoes can and do happen in Chesapeake. ...
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Chesapeake Alert
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, March 18, 2020 8:19:00 AM
If there’s an emergency in Chesapeake, how would you find out about it? Do you follow us on social media ...
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Who Counts?
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, March 11, 2020 8:18:00 AM
When you get your invitation to take the census, you may be wondering who should be counted on your form. ...
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It's Census Month!
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, March 4, 2020 8:16:00 AM
Take the Census at my2020Census.gov. Starting around March 12, you’ll receive an invitation in the mail from the U ...
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Community Emergency Response Team
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, February 26, 2020 8:14:00 AM
If you’re the type of person whose instinct is to run towards an emergency to help, you could be a ...
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Preparing for the Census
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Saturday, February 1, 2020 8:30:00 AM
Take the survey of the decade.
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Recycling: The Latest
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Friday, January 31, 2020 10:56:00 AM
Recycling continues to be a hot button topic.
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Chesapeake Recycles Day
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Friday, January 31, 2020 10:52:00 AM
Chesapeake Recycles Day is back!
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Rising Water and Sewer Rates
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, January 22, 2020 8:29:00 AM
The Public Utilities Department has kept their rates the same since 2016 but due to rising operational costs, they put ...
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How to Stash your Trash
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, January 15, 2020 8:22:00 AM
We often say that you’re to place your trash bins and bulk waste piles “at the curb” for collection but ...
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Space Heater Safety
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, January 8, 2020 8:21:00 AM
We’re entering the coldest months of winter and, unfortunately, the most likely time of year for home heating fires. If ...
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Fitness in the City
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, January 1, 2020 8:18:00 AM
If your new year’s resolutions include getting fit both physically and financially, you might be noticing those two things don’t ...
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Beyond the Books
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Monday, December 23, 2019 6:58:00 AM
If someone in your family is got a new smart phone, e-reader, or tablet this holiday season, you may be ...
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Alcohol and the Holidays
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, December 12, 2019 6:54:00 AM
Alcohol is a part of many holiday festivities but it can come with a hefty price if not used responsibly. ...
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The Season of Giving
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Tuesday, December 10, 2019 8:25:00 AM
The season of giving is officially here! If you’re looking to give of your time or money to help the ...
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Stay Warm, Save Energy
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, December 5, 2019 8:33:00 AM
As the days get shorter and colder, you may notice your energy bills creeping higher and higher. There’s a lot ...
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Save a Life with Hands-Only CPR
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, December 5, 2019 8:27:00 AM
It takes mere minutes for Chesapeake first responders to reach you after you call 911. But when it comes to ...
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Close Before You Doze
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, November 7, 2019 8:24:00 AM
Lots of things are different now than they were 40 years ago but a surprising difference is the amount of ...
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Election Day is November 5, 2019
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Saturday, October 26, 2019 10:44:00 AM
The next election is Tuesday, November 5. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make your voice heard. In preparation ...
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Chesapeake Trick-Or-Treating Rules
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, October 23, 2019 10:42:00 AM
Trick-or-treating rules in the City of Chesapeake.
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Real Estate Assessor Earn Certificate of Excellence
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, October 16, 2019 10:31:00 AM
If you own property in Chesapeake, you’ll be happy to know that the Chesapeake Office of the Real Estate Assessor ...
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Trash Drop Off Options
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, October 9, 2019 10:24:00 AM
If you have more trash than your brown bin can handle and bulk waste just won’t do it either, you ...
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2019 Voter Registration
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, October 2, 2019 10:23:00 AM
The next election is on November 5 but deadlines are coming much sooner than that. If you need to register ...
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Stranger Danger
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, September 25, 2019 10:22:00 AM
Child abduction is a real thing and while Chesapeake is generally a safe community, we’re not immune to such threats. ...
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Keeping Medications Safe During Emergencies
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, September 18, 2019 7:28:00 AM
Part of emergency preparation involves making sure you have at least a three day supply of all necessary medications. This ...
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Scoop the Poop!
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, September 12, 2019 7:24:00 AM
This time of year is perfect walking weather and I know your four-legged pals agree! But with that comes a ...
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Census 2020: Address Canvassing
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, September 5, 2019 7:19:00 AM
Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau takes on the massive job of counting all people residing in the ...
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The New Chesapeake Television
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, August 28, 2019 7:16:00 AM
Did you know that Chesapeake has a television station dedicated to sharing City information, much like what you read in ...
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School Bus Rules of the Road
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, August 21, 2019 11:47:00 AM
We’re about to start seeing a lot more school buses on the road in Chesapeake so now is a great ...
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Yard Maintenance for Storm Season
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, August 14, 2019 11:45:00 AM
If you find yourself nervously staring out the window at that one tree in your yard every time there’s a ...
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Evacuation Education
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, August 7, 2019 11:40:00 AM
Last year, the Commonwealth of Virginia called for an evacuation of Zone A ahead of Hurricane Florence. We were extremely ...
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Home Security While You're Away
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, August 1, 2019 11:39:00 AM
The last thing you want when returning home from vacation is to find that your house has been broken into. ...
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Saving in the Summer
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, July 24, 2019 11:12:00 AM
This summer has not spared us as far as the heat goes. If you’re lucky enough to have air conditioning, ...
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55 & Better Fun!
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, July 17, 2019 12:47:00 PM
Calling all readers who are 55 years young or more - are you tuned into the Parks, Recreation and Tourism’s ...
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Pet Emergency Prep
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, July 10, 2019 12:46:00 PM
We talk a lot about preparing yourself and your home for hurricane season but what about your pet? Have you ...
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Where's Baby?
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, July 3, 2019 12:44:00 PM
It feels like an unimaginable nightmare, forgetting your baby in the backseat, but it can and does happen. Everyone assumes ...
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Celebrate Safely
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, June 26, 2019 12:41:00 PM
As you’re planning your Independence Day celebration be sure to factor in safety. July 4 is one of the deadliest ...
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Flood Insurance
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, June 19, 2019 12:39:00 PM
Earlier this month we talked about hurricane season and a few things you need to do to prepare. Today let’s ...
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Keeping the Biters at Bay
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, June 12, 2019 8:05:00 AM
The Mosquito Control Commission is busy year round but their popularity soars this time of year when the bugs are ...
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Centerville Tnpk Bridge Closure
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, June 5, 2019 8:04:00 AM
The Centerville Turnpike Bridge is going to close to road traffic for six months beginning on August 24 for a ...
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Hurricane Season is Here - Are You Ready?
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Saturday, June 1, 2019 8:02:00 AM
Hurricane season is officially here. We’ve been very lucky in recent years but that’s no excuse to be complacent. All ...
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Pool Safety
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, May 22, 2019 8:01:00 AM
It’s prime time for pool time but with that comes some serious safety considerations. Drowning is the leading cause of ...
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Work Zone Safety
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, May 15, 2019 8:00:00 AM
Now that we’re moving into prime outdoor weather, you’ll likely see more construction zones throughout the City as crews take ...
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Mowing Season
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, May 8, 2019 7:59:00 AM
Mowing season is here! The Public Works Department is busy managing two contractors who trim public rights-of-way across the City. ...
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Keeping Seniors Safe
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, May 1, 2019 7:58:00 AM
As our population of senior citizens grows, so do crimes against them. Whether it be fraud, scams, or violent crimes, ...
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The Budget Process
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, April 24, 2019 7:56:00 AM
The City Manager’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2020 is now available online – just follow the link on CityofChesapeake ...
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Drug Take Back Day
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, April 17, 2019 6:36:00 AM
Old medication can be tricky to get rid of responsibly. It’s not something to keep around the house if you’re ...
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Bank On, Chesapeake!
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, April 10, 2019 6:35:00 AM
If you’ve ever been worried or confused about your finances, Bank On Chesapeake might be just what you need this ...
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Love Your Library
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, April 3, 2019 6:32:00 AM
You’ve heard it said before but it is worth repeating: Libraries are so much more than just books. This week ...
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Beware of Rabies
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, March 27, 2019 6:45:00 AM
We’ve already seen reports this year of rabid animals in Chesapeake so as we start to enjoy more time outdoors, ...
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2019 Pothole Blitz
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, March 20, 2019 10:25:00 AM
It’s time for the annual Pothole Blitz! The Public Works Department repairs potholes all throughout the year but March is ...
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Tornado Safety
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, March 13, 2019 10:21:00 AM
On March 19, City employees will be participating in the Virginia Statewide Tornado Drill and we want to encourage all ...
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Chesapeake Recycles Day 2019
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, March 6, 2019 7:36:00 AM
Chesapeake Recycles Day is back, just in time for spring cleaning! Bring your household hazardous waste, electronics, and sensitive documents ...
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Citizens' Police Academy
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, February 27, 2019 7:35:00 AM
If your only experience with police is when they’re at your car window after you went a little too fast ...
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How to Spot a Scam
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, February 20, 2019 7:52:00 AM
The City recently became aware of a scam involving an individual posing as a representative of the Department of Development ...
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It's Time To Prune!
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, February 13, 2019 7:47:00 AM
I do not personally have a green thumb but I have severe green thumb envy. That’s why I love tips ...
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Keeping Animals Safe Outside
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, February 6, 2019 11:23:00 AM
Not all animals are meant to live outside in southeastern Virginia. Domestic pets like dogs and cats are often unprepared ...
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Smoke Alarms Save Lives
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, January 30, 2019 7:56:00 AM
Almost three of every five home fire deaths take place in homes with either no smoke alarms or no working ...
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CIBH Wants Your Help
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, January 16, 2019 6:15:00 AM
The City offers a wide variety of services, many of which I write about here each week. It’s much more ...
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Winter Car Prep
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, January 9, 2019 1:29:00 PM
Is your car ready for winter? Freezing precipitation and frigid temperatures can make it a challenge to get safely on ...
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2019 Green Resolutions
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, January 2, 2019 5:46:00 AM
We’re six days into 2019. Have you broken your new year’s resolution yet? It seems like all the popular New ...
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Out With the Old, In With the New!
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, December 26, 2018 5:44:00 AM
If you’ve accumulated a good haul of new items during the holidays, you might find yourself with a lot of ...
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Dealing with Seasonal Blues
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, December 19, 2018 5:43:00 AM
If you’re stressed about the upcoming holiday week, or the impending next few months of short days and cold weather, ...
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Holiday Recycling
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, December 12, 2018 12:20:00 PM
The flip side of a beautiful holiday season is that it tends to generate a lot of trash. If you ...
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Winter Emergency Kits
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, December 6, 2018 12:14:00 PM
Hurricane season is over but snow season is about to begin. Now is the time to prepare! If you made ...
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Fireplace Safety
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, November 29, 2018 12:13:00 PM
Tis the season for a cozy fire in the fireplace! While they’re great at setting the mood of the season, ...
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Prevent Package Theft
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Thursday, November 22, 2018 12:11:00 PM
If online shopping is your thing, your front porch is likely a busy spot this time of year. There’s nothing ...
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Avoid a Thanksgiving Mess!
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, November 14, 2018 5:32:00 AM
I am lucky enough to somehow always avoid being the cook on Thanksgiving. But that means I’m always on cleanup ...
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Shredding 101
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, November 7, 2018 6:20:00 AM
Saturday, November 17, 2018 is Chesapeake Recycles Day. We’ll be at Tidewater Community College on Cedar Rd from 9 a ...
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Recycle Right
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, October 31, 2018 6:14:00 AM
There’s been a lot of talk about recycling over the past year. Quick recap – there’s too much contamination going ...
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Leave the Leaves
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, October 24, 2018 10:06:00 AM

In just a few weeks we’re all going to be under a festive layer of colored leaves.  They’re beautiful – until they wreak havoc on our stormwater system! 

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Drug Take Back Day
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, October 17, 2018 10:02:00 AM

Old medication can be tricky to get rid of responsibly. The best way to get rid of old medication is to take it to a drug take back event, which is coming up soon!

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Preventing Theft From Your Vehicle
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, October 10, 2018 12:39:00 PM

Chesapeake is a very safe place to live, much thanks to the Chesapeake Police Department, but it’s very easy to take that for granted. Theft of items from vehicles is something that can happen in any area of the city.

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Fire Prevention Week
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, October 3, 2018 12:42:00 PM

Next week is Fire Prevention Week, the longest-running public health observance in our country! It started under President Calvin Coolidge in 1925. Use this as an opportunity to evaluate your home’s safety and to consider how you would respond in the event of a fire.

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Requesting a City Service
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, September 26, 2018 12:43:00 PM

There are lots of ways you can request a service from the City of Chesapeake and they all connect you to the wonderful men and women of the Customer Contact Center.

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Flood Insurance
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, September 19, 2018 10:07:00 AM
Flooding is not an uncommon occurrence in Chesapeake. Our city is so flat and low that the highest elevation is ...
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Litter Bugs
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, September 5, 2018 10:08:00 AM
We all know littering is bad. And yet, we still do it. Why? I went to Keep America Beautiful to ...
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Scoop the Poop
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, August 22, 2018 10:09:00 AM
As we wrap up Water Quality Month, there’s something important we need to discuss: dog poop. If you’re scratching your ...
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Garbage Fires
posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn   at Wednesday, August 15, 2018 10:11:00 AM
A couple of weeks ago the load in one of our garbage trucks caught on fire. No one was hurt ...
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