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Virginia Beach residents disgusted by dead fish and lack of answers
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — In the Great Neck area of Virginia Beach, residents report that an unusual number of fish are dying at a body of water known as Lake Conrad. It’s in the Laurel Cove neighborhood.
Some shared information about the “fish kill” on community social media pages to alert neighbors.
One homeowner, Todd Freischlag told News 3 reporter Angela Bohon that he first noticed it on Thursday, August 29. He said he contacted the City of Virginia Beach who did send employees with Public Works to the area to check it out, but he feels there hasn’t been a sense of urgency with addressing the problem.
“I’ve never seen this before since 1998 when we moved in,” stated Freischlag. “It’s very unusual and very concerning.”
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He then contacted the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
A spokesperson for DEQ says a staff member visited the site and observed approximately 50 dead and decaying fish, specifically largemouth bass and bluegill.
DEQ described a “fish kill” as “a sudden and unexpected or atypical death of fish or other aquatic animals in a clearly defined area” and wrote that “Fish kills can occur anywhere inhabited by fish and can be caused by water pollution or by natural events.”
They say they measured low levels of dissolved oxygen and that the cause of the low oxygen levels is under investigation.
Neighbors tell News 3 that a few weeks ago, they noticed a contractor working on the storm drains and that whatever substance they were using had a horrible odor. They fear it could have something to do with the fish dying.
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“It was so noxious, I actually had to change the route in which I was going,” Anita Miles said while describing her daily walks.
Miles added that she’s lived in the home for decades and has never smelled this type of odor before and also never seen fish dying in high volumes at the lake.
A spokesperson for the City of Virginia Beach says that its Public Works department is working with a private contractor who has been re-lining storm pipes.
“The City of Virginia Beach and the Department of Environmental Quality are actively reviewing the situation. We will release additional information as soon as it is available.”
Freischlag hopes to get answers as soon as possible.
“We may well have carcinogens in the lake exposing the residents, the kids who fish in the lake, the wildlife of something really bad. So the city needs to sample and test for that right away to eliminate that as a possibility,” Freischlag said, describing his frustrations.
DEQ says that no additional impacts have been reported.
Homeowners are concerned that contaminated water could spread from Lake Conrad to Great Neck Lake or through other environmental factors.
“We had eight black vultures who were eating a lot of the dead fish which is a good thing unless, again, there’s carcinogens in it. That could spread into the ecosystem. I’d really like the city to rule that out,” Fresichlag said.
Resident Jessica Ludwig is also hoping for answers. “Looking out on the water every morning, it’s just so peaceful,” she said. “There’s just something about the water. It’s really enjoyable until all of this started to happen.”
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Danville hosts third annual Southern Virginia Regional Housing Summit
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DANVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) – The City of Danville will host the third annual Southern Virginia Regional Housing Summit at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research on 150 Slayton Ave October 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The summits aims to introduce new residential housing in Danville, Martinsville, and the counties of Halifax, Henry, Patrick, and Pittsylvania.
The City of Danville encourages developers, builders, contractors, home renovators, financial institution representatives, architects, and community advocates to attend.
The event will feature presentations on local, state, and federal funding options as well as a panel showcasing examples of current housing projects, and an exhibit hall.
Information regarding single-family and multi-family development opportunities will also be included in the event.
“The Southern Virginia Regional Housing Summit has introduced new residential development in Danville, which is helping the City address its housing demand,” said Susan McCulloch, City of Danville, Division Director of Housing and Development. “We are excited to work with our regional partners to share our stories and opportunities for an exciting day of collaboration.
“Our area has been blessed with expanding job opportunities from both new and existing businesses. However, the increased level of jobs and workers has created a shortage of workforce housing. Developers have stepped up and are building new housing, but we need more,” stated Delegate Danny Marshall. “The Southern Virginia Regional Housing Summit offers information and collaboration opportunities to help us move forward. I serve on the Tobacco Commission and we have a new housing incentive program to share this year.”
Click here to register and learn more about this event.
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Virginia Tech Releases Depth Chart for Matchup Against Old Dominion
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Virginia Tech’s depth chart remains unchanged from last week’s depth chart, missing some rumored changes. Bhayshul Tuten remained the starting kick returner, even after Elijah Brooks and Brent Pry had mentioned that Tuten would be removed from that role to help conserve his ability at running back.
In his weekly press conference today though, Brent Pry did formally say that Tuten’s position as a kick returner will be evaluated “week-by-week”.
Nick Gallo and Jalen Stroman are among some of the players who remain to be inactive from the depth chart.
Here is the Hokies’ depth chart ahead of their in-state and out-of-conference opponent, Old Dominion.
Position |
Starter |
Backup |
---|---|---|
QB |
Kyron Drones |
Collin Schlee |
RB |
Bhayshul Tuten |
Malachi Thomas |
WR |
Da’Quan Felton |
Stephen Gosnell |
WR |
Jaylin Lane |
Takye Heath |
WR |
Ali Jennings |
Ayden Greene |
TE |
Benji Gosnell |
Harrison Saint Germain |
LT |
Xavier Chaplin |
Johnny Garrett |
LG |
Layth Ghannam |
Brody Meadows |
C |
Braelin Moore |
Caleb Nitta |
RG |
Kaden Moore |
Bob Schick |
RT |
Parker Clements |
Montavious Cunningham |
Position |
Starter |
Backup |
---|---|---|
DE |
Antwaun Powell-Ryland |
C.J. McCray |
DT |
Josh Fuga |
OR Wilfried Pene |
DT |
Aeneas Peebles |
Kelvin Gilliam Jr. OR Kemari Copeland |
DE |
Cole Nelson |
OR Keyshawn Burgos |
WLB |
Keli Lawson |
Caleb Woodson |
MLB |
Sam Brumfield |
Jaden Keller |
STAR |
Keonta Jenkins |
Caleb Spencer |
CB |
Mansoor Delane |
Dante Lovett |
S |
Jaylen Jones |
Devin Alves |
S |
Mose Phillips III |
Quentin Reddish |
CB |
Dorian Strong |
Thomas Williams |
Position |
Starter |
Backup |
---|---|---|
P |
Peter Moore |
Nick Veltsistas |
PK |
John Love |
Kyle Lowe |
KO |
Kyle Lowe |
John Love |
H |
Peter Moore |
Nick Veltsistas |
KR |
Bhayshul Tuten |
Malachi Thomas |
PR |
Jaylin Lane |
Ali Jennings |
LS |
Christian Epling |
Tate Kendall |
SS |
Christian Epling |
Tate Kendall |
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Virginia House Speaker Don Scott endorses Abigail Spanberger for governor • Virginia Mercury
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Days after Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears announced her bid for governor of Virginia — a contest that will take place next year but is already ramping up — House Speaker Don Scott, D-Portsmouth, is throwing his support behind the only other declared candidate in the governor’s race, congresswoman Abigail Spanberger, D-Prince William.
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Scott’s endorsement joins a growing list of over 100 current or former state, local or federal officials to back Spanberger.
Scott, a lawyer and former U.S Navy officer, made history as the first Black Speaker elected in the 400-year history of Virginia’s General Assembly. Spanberger is a former Central Intelligence Agency case officer who was first elected to represent Virginia’s 7th Congressional District in 2018, the first woman to do so. Now, Scott hopes to see her become Virginia’s first woman governor.
He recalled “getting to know [Spanberger] over the last few years” and their mutual support for each others’ efforts to connect with constituents and other elected officials across party lines around the state.
“I think her number one quality is that she listens,” Scott said in a phone call Monday afternoon. “She has made an effort to serve every corner of our community and our Commonwealth.”
Likewise, Spanberger noted Scott’s efforts to engage with people around the state too.
“Speaker Scott is dedicated to uplifting his fellow Virginians — and his ability to work with both parties shows his commitment to getting things done for the Commonwealth,” she said in a statement.”I am truly grateful for his endorsement.”
Both will be up for election next year, and should Democrats retain their control of the House of Delegates, Scott could continue in his role as Speaker.
Spanberger’s bipartisan efforts to bring infrastructure and broadband funding to the state and her support of congress’ Inflation Reduction Act earned Scott’s backing, he said. He noted their shared goals of increasing investments in public education and Spanberger’s support for three constitutional amendments that Virginia Democrats plan to kick start next year.
In 2025, Democrats plan to advance proposed amendments to Virginia’s constitution that will cement abortion protections, remove a same-sex marriage prohibition from the constitution, and enshrine the automatic restoration of voting rights for formerly incarcerated people who have served their prison time. The measures will need to pass two years in a row with a House of Delegates election in between before appearing on statewide ballots for voters to approve or reject, meaning they are not subject to gubernatorial approval.
But that doesn’t mean Spanberger’s support won’t be important for their potential success, should she ascend to the governor’s chair, Scott said.
“We’re going to win together [next November],” he said.”That’s because we’re going to continue to move Virginia forward and not take us backwards.”
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