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Dominion requests rate hike that could increase power bills by $20 a month
Specifically, Dominion requested base rate increases of $8.51 per month starting in January 2026 for residential customers, another $2 per month starting in January 2027, and an approximate $10.92 monthly fuel rate increase starting in July.
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Use these 7 credit card tips to stretch your budget
Every bit of value you can squeeze from your credit cards can be helpful.
Politics
Melania Trump says courage is ‘based in love’ as she honors women from around the world for bravery
Melania Trump recognized eight women with the International Women of Courage Award.
Local News
Man hit by vehicle, killed while trying to cross Mercury Boulevard in Hampton
A man died Monday night after being hit by a vehicle while trying to cross the westbound lanes of Mercury Boulevard.
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Photos: Norfolk wins Sunday finale against Durham
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![Max Ketcherside holds his daughter, Della Ketcherside, 2, on his shoulders for a stroll under the cherry trees at Cherry Blossom Festival at Red Wing Park in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on March 29, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Cherry Blossom Festival 2025")
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![The Norfolk Tides faced the Durham Bulls on opening day at Harbor Park Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on March 28, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Tides Opening Day 2025")
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![Nina Murthy of Princess Anne controls the ball against Taleah James of Warhill during the first half at Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach, Va., March 25, 2025. Princess Anne won 3-0. (Peter Casey / For The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Girls High School Soccer")
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![Head coach Michael Vick smiles on the field during the first spring practice at Norfolk State University’s William "Dick" Price Stadium on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. (Kendall Warner / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "NSU Spring Practice- Michael Vick")
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![Old Dominion University linebacker EJ Green runs a drill in front of NFL scouts during Pro Day at ODU’s S.B. Ballard Stadium on Friday, March 21, 2025. (Kendall Warner / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "ODU Pro Day")
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![Jerry Greenlaw, of Alexandria, Virginia, celebrates as he crosses the finish line of the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on March 16, 2025. Greenlaw would win the race with a time of 2:27:28, an average pace of 5:37 per mile. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Shamrock Marathon 2025")
Crime and Public Safety
Codi Alert issued for teenage girl last seen in Hampton
A Codi Alert has been issued for a 17-year-old who was last seen in Hampton.
Sports
US-Canada-Mexico joint World Cup goes from unity to acrimony thanks to tariffs and ’51st state’ talk
Will the world want to come? And will the world be able to?
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York baseball player should not have been ejected for excessive pine tar on bat
The ejection could automatically have prohibited third baseman Trevor Evans from playing in York's subsequent...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Cheesy homemade manicotti is the star of this budget dinner for four
Looking to stay on budget? Opt for simple Italian dishes as a way to save...
Opinion
Editorial: Boosting Wallops Island will pay dividends for coastal Virginia
Boosting support for the Wallops Island Flight Facility will advance Virginia's space sector, which continues...
National News
Social Security Administration probes origin of website portal outage
The outage affected the 'my Social Security' portal where recipients access their benefits.
Military
Hegseth orders review of fitness standards for combat roles
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the military to make fitness standards for all combat...
National Politics
‘I am going through hell’: Job loss, mental health, and the fate of federal workers
The firings that began in February are taking a significant toll on federal employees’ mental...
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The best disinfectant sprays for a cleaner, safer space
Disinfectant sprays are easy to use and an effective way to eliminate all kinds of...