Virginia Beach News

BLACKSTONE, Va. - A Virginia Beach-based National Guard soldier is in stable condition at MCV Medical Center in Richmond after sustaining injuries from the detonation of a small pyrotechnic device used for training at Fort Pickett.

"He did well for his family and he did well for his team-mates and pals, and he's gonna be missed." There are many memories tonight in the home of retired SEAL Dave LaConte.

An autistic boy who can't speak was dropped off in the wrong place and wound up in a stranger's house.

Loading... A fire at Kazmo Restaurant and Lounge, formerly MP Island Cafe in Virginia Beach, caused about $80,000 damage to the bar area.

The expo/silent auction will take place on Saturday, December 12, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.A A This business expo provides an opportunity for businesses in the Hampton Roads area to promote their business to other community businesses as well as the public.

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The public is welcome to attend and attendance is FREE! This is a kid friendly event so bring the family! Come out and support CHKD and participate in winning free gifts, meet the Small Businesses of Hampton Roads and check out our silent auction.

A federal jury has convicted a Virginia Beach physician on nearly 30 counts in a fraudulent-billing scheme that bilked government health programs out of $1.2 million.

A 570-foot barge that went aground in the surf off Virginia Beach is free. The Coast Guard says salvage crews used two tugs to pull the La Princesa off Sandbridge beach at high tide Wednesday morning.

Melina McPherson and her husband Stephen McPherson manipulated girls in their care into engaging in sex acts, records show.

Location Havana Red Mill Commons 1169 Nimmo Pwy Virginia Beach, VA 23456 757-430-8205 How to find us "You can also register at http://smcvbdec09.eventbrite.com/"

New December Format: Interactive Break-Out Sessions! You spoke, we listened! The format for this month will be different. No microphone, no projector - just focused, informative break-out sessions to explore the essentials of blogging. Groups will be facilitated by a few experienced bloggers from our own SMCVB. Come learn and share what you know about:

How to create a free Wordpress blog What content works best Strategies for a successful blog

6:00-7:00 Meet-n-Greet Social Media Happy Hour - Order dinner and drinks if you'd like. During our event, Havana Red Mill Commons is offering SMCVB half price appetizers, $3.50 Mojitos and Margaritas! 7:00-8:00 Break-out sessions to discuss the essentials of blogging. 8:00-9:00 We welcome you to stay and continue to socialize with one-on-one discussions. Event Admission: FREE!

Laptops welcome: Laptops and Smartphones are encouraged as WiFi is available to all for this hands-on event. A Different Kind of Meet-Up: SMCVB is not your average networking meet-up. We're focused on sharing valuable knowledge among social media enthusiasts. Think casual and fun! Social Good: Social Media is about strengthening communities both online and offline, so SMCVB wants to do our part. Each month we'll briefly offer you information on a different local cause and provide means for contributing at the event. SMCVB meets the first Wednesday of every month at Havana (Red Mill). Please contact SMCVB President, Cara Mandart, to discuss SMCVB business or corporate sponsorships Enter the Blogosphere: Exploring Blog Set-Up, Content & Strategy

Into Running? Its time for The 2nd Annual Krispy Kreme Invitational! Woodruff Photography is proud to announce that we are the exclusive photographers for this amazing event! Want to join in? Check out The Underground Runners Society at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=196205968022 Hope to see you Saturday! Leslie Woodruff http://www.lesliesview.com/

" On Tuesday, November 24 from 6:00 pm - " 9:00 pm , locals will join EpicChange.org in Hampton Roads to celebrate TweetsGiving09: Epic Thanks at Gordon Biersch in Virginia Beach Town Center.

Social Media at the Beach! January 23, 2010 will bring a new and exciting social media event/convention to Virginia Beach.

Virginia Beach police have identified the suspect in the carjacking that happened on Newtown Rd.

Marika Lee is a highly successful model from San Diego, CA who now resides in Virginia Beach, VA.

Two men were taken to a hospital after being overcome while working in a tunnel under some silos, according to the fire department.

Salvage crews will attempt at high tide to tow a 570-foot barge that went aground in the surf off of Virginia Beach.

Many tourists know Virginia Beach as the ideal summer destination. With miles of beach and a selection of fine seafood restaurants featuring the best from the Chesapeake Bay, this Mid-Atlantic beach town provides families and couples alike with happy vacation memories.

"I was in the living room watching NewsChannel 3 all day, and when I saw that picture, I cried." The picture Barbara Duff saw was the Lynnhaven Fishing Pier, collapsing under the pressure of this November nor'easter. Duff owns the Virginia Beach Landmark, built by her father and four of his partners in 1956.

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Click a thumbnail to view the full-size image. Buy Pilot photos here. Loading... Close Gallery 1 of 13 Click for more Terry McCarvill from Syracuse NY checks out the surf in Va Beach.