Chesapeake In The Know

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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 ... Read More »
A NEW City Website posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn at Wednesday, July 29, 2020 11:44:00 AM Help us with our website redesign. Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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. Read More »
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. Read More »
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. Read More »
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. Read More »
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. Read More »
Contact Tracing posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn at Wednesday, May 13, 2020 12:02:00 PM Contract tracing... do you know what it means? Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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. Read More »
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 Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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. ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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, ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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. ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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. ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
Preparing for the Census posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn at Saturday, February 1, 2020 8:30:00 AM Take the survey of the decade. Read More »
Recycling: The Latest posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn at Friday, January 31, 2020 10:56:00 AM Recycling continues to be a hot button topic. Read More »
Chesapeake Recycles Day posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn at Friday, January 31, 2020 10:52:00 AM Chesapeake Recycles Day is back! Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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. ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
Chesapeake Trick-Or-Treating Rules posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn at Wednesday, October 23, 2019 10:42:00 AM In October of 2018, a 45-year-old City of Chesapeake ordinance about trick-or-treating rules became a viral sensation. The fact was, ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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. ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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. ... Read More »
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, ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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. ... Read More »
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, ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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, ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
Avoiding Frozen Pipes posted by: Elizabeth Vaughn at Wednesday, January 23, 2019 7:53:00 AM Chesapeake winters are always unpredictable but I can guarantee there will be more freezing days than I personally prefer to ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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, ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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, ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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! Read More »
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! Read More »
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. Read More »
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. Read More »
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. Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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 ... Read More »