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🚧 Downtown intersection closure

⚠️ Rabies alert on Turlington Road

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The News: A downtown Suffolk intersection is closed through August for sewer construction. Drivers should expect detours and extra travel time while crews complete the work.

Why It Matters: Downtown closures can slow down commutes, errands, school drop-offs, and trips to local businesses. A little planning now can save a headache later.

👉 The Move: Check the city’s road closure updates before heading downtown and follow posted detour signs.

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The News: The Suffolk Health Department is alerting residents after a bat found in the 300 block of Turlington Road tested positive for rabies. The bat was discovered by a dog, and the owner contacted Animal Control.

Why It Matters: This is the fourth confirmed rabies case in Suffolk in recent weeks. Rabies is fatal once symptoms develop, so residents should avoid wild animals and act quickly if a person or pet may have been exposed.

✅ Keep pets vaccinated and on your property
✅ Do not approach bats, raccoons, foxes, skunks, or stray animals
✅ Secure garbage containers
✅ Seek medical care right away after any bite or scratch

👉 The Move: If your pet had contact with a wild animal, call Suffolk Animal Control at 757-514-7855 or the Suffolk Health Department at 757-514-4751.

National Night Out – Golden Luxe Arena Click to open side panel for more information (813 W Constance Rd) | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

School Supply Drive with Suffolk Virginia Sheriff's Office – Walmart (N Main St, Suffolk) | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Write Stuff Backpack Distribution – The Salvation Army Suffolk Corps & Community Center (400 Bank St) | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The Diagon Alley Back to School Bazaar – New Realm Brewing Co. (5941 Harbour View Blvd) | 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Curiosity Camp: Library/Books – Downtown Suffolk Library | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Oil Painting Class (6-Week Series Begins) – Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Adult Recess: Kickball – Wellons Park – 6:00 PM–9:30 PM

Suffolk Parks & Recreation’s TGIF Summer Concert Series kicks off Friday, June 12 at Downtown Festival Park, 215 W. Washington St.

✅ Festivities start at 6 p.m.
✅ Live music runs from 6:30–9:30 p.m.
✅ Admission is free for all ages
✅ Food, concessions, and adult beverages for guests 21+ will be available for purchase
✅ Concerts will be held at Downtown Festival Park and Bennett’s Creek Park
✅ Bring a chair or blanket
✅ No tents or outside alcohol
✅ Free parking is available in nearby public lots

This summer’s lineup includes Island Boy, RaJazz, Slapnation, The Deloreans, The Steals, Anthony Rosano & The Conqueroos, and The Band Monarch.

For weather updates, follow Suffolk Parks & Recreation on Facebook or call 757-514-7250 ext. 5.

The 48th Annual Suffolk Peanut Fest returns to Suffolk Executive Airport from October 8 through 11 with country headliner Chris Cagle, a brand-new drone show, a live butterfly walk-through exhibit, and more. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Generations, One Picture Perfect Memory at a Time!” The festival is one of Suffolk’s biggest annual events, and this year’s new drone show and butterfly exhibit give families even more reasons to mark the calendar.

The Suffolk Virginia Sheriff’s Office is hosting a school supply drive on Friday, August 7, 2026, at 9 a.m. at Walmart on N. Main Street. Stop by during the 5-hour event to donate backpacks, notebooks, crayons, pencils, and other supplies for students in need. It’s also Tax-Free Weekend, so it’s a great time to help local kids start the school year ready.

A stray was found on August 1, 2026 in the downtown area of Suffolk. If you recognize this pet or have questions, call 757-514-7855 and reference Log #49057.