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Good morning, Scoopers!
Here’s a little Suffolk kindness to start the day. Christian Home Baptist Church donated 100 pre-made hygiene kits to the Coalition Against Poverty in Suffolk to support its Night Shelter.
Those kits will help provide essential personal-care items to individuals and families who need them, but the gesture means more than that. It’s a reminder that people in our community are seen, valued, and cared for.
Big thanks to Christian Home Baptist Church for showing up for Suffolk. ❤️
In this Suffolk Scoop Issue…
🌦️ Weather
⛽ RaceTrac buys Port 460 site for new travel plaza
🏈 Girls flag football kicks off in Suffolk
🗳️ Early voting is underway in Suffolk
📅 Local events
Let’s get into 👇
I Almost Threw Out My Keurig. It Wasn't Broken.
Every cup from my Keurig started tasting weak, flat, stale — so I unplugged it and stuck it in a closet. Then I learned the dirty secret of grocery store K-Cups: by the time a pod reaches your kitchen, it's usually spent months going from factory to warehouse to truck to shelf. The flavor oils are long gone. Some brands even over-roast to hide it.
The fix wasn't a new machine. It was fresh pods from Angelino's, a family-owned L.A. roastery that roasts, packs, and ships within 3–5 days — straight to your door, from 39¢ a cup. Over 1,000,000 happy customers. 50+ flavors, no subscription required, and 15% off your first order, applied automatically at checkout.
⛽ RaceTrac Buys Port 460 Site for New Travel Plaza
⛽ RaceTrac Buys Port 460 Site for New Travel Plaza
The News: RaceTrac has purchased 6.05 acres at 2925 Pruden Boulevard for nearly $4.77 million for a new travel plaza at the entrance to Port 460 Logistics Center. Suffolk City Council approved the project 8-0 in February.
Why It Matters: Plans include a 6,100-square-foot RaceTrac Market, five tractor-trailer fueling lanes, eight automobile fueling islands with 16 pumps, and four underground tanks holding 80,000 gallons. With Port 460 bringing more truck traffic to Route 460, the location should serve both truckers and everyday drivers.
The site will not include a restaurant, showers, sleeping accommodations, truck repair, truck wash, or overnight truck parking.
👉 The Move: No opening date yet, but RaceTrac owns the land and already has city approval. Pruden Boulevard keeps growing.
🏈 Girls Flag Football Kicks Off in Suffolk
The News: Nansemond River, Lakeland, and King’s Fork will all field girls flag football teams this fall through a partnership with the Washington Commanders. The team provided uniforms and recently hosted a media day with Suffolk, Newport News, and Portsmouth schools. Suffolk’s first game is Saturday, September 26, at Nansemond River High School.
Why It Matters: Girls in Suffolk now have a new way to compete on the football field as the sport continues growing across Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.
👉 The Move: Come out Saturday and support Suffolk’s newest athletes. Let’s give these teams a strong hometown welcome!
🗳️ Early Voting Opens Today in Suffolk
The News: Suffolk’s in-person early voting begins Friday, Sept. 18 at the Voter Registration Office, 440 Market Street, First Floor. It is the only early voting location in the city, with weekday hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Weekend voting will also be offered later in October.
Why It Matters: Voters have several ways to cast their ballot before Election Day, Nov. 3. Mail-in ballots can also be returned at three official drop boxes across Suffolk, giving residents options depending on where they live and their schedule.
📅 Key Dates
Sept. 18: Early voting begins
Oct. 18 & 25: Sunday voting, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Oct. 23: Registration/update deadline and mailed absentee ballot request deadline
Oct. 24 & 31: Saturday voting, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Oct. 31: Last day to vote early
Nov. 3: Election Day, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
📮 Ballot Drop Boxes
North Suffolk Public Library — 2000 Bennett’s Creek Park Road
Curtis R. Milteer Sr. Recreation Center — 132 Robertson Road
Voter Registration Office — 440 Market Street
On Election Day, ballot drop-off will also be available inside every Suffolk polling precinct from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
👉 The Move: Decide which voting option works for you and check your assigned precinct before Election Day. Remember, the Voter Registration Office is not an Election Day polling precinct. Questions? Call 757-514-7750.
Friday, September 25
Paddington's Tea Tasting – Stillwater Tea House (2453 Pruden Blvd)
Art Raid! Pop-Up Artist Market – Sojourn Fermentory (1400 Bridgeport Way, Suite 103) | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
C.A.Y. Live Music Series: Southern Fog Band – Bridgeport Plaza (3800 block of Bridge Rd / 1400 Bridgeport Way) | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
OK Performing LIVE – Decoys Seafood (Tiki Bar Stage) | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Marshall Charloff's Purple Piano – Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 8:00 PM
Saturday, September 26
Adult Recess: Kickball – Wellons Park – 6:00 PM–9:30 PM
Fine Swiss Cheese Performing LIVE – Decoys Seafood (Tiki Bar Stage) | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Zack Salsberry Live at The Silos – The Silos (1780 Bridgeport Way) | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday, September 27
The Haunted Masquerade Market – New Realm Brewing Co. (5941 Harbour View Blvd) | 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Fall Wine Social – Decoys Seafood | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Meme of the Day
🌊 Nansemond River Cleanup Coming Up
Help clean up the Nansemond River on Saturday, September 26, from 9 a.m. to noon at Constant’s Wharf Park and Marina. Volunteers can help on land or bring their own canoe or kayak. Supplies will be provided, and the cleanup is pet-friendly.
Questions? Contact Keep Suffolk Beautiful at 757-514-7604 or [email protected].
🛍️ Mall & Mingle Trip for Adults 55+
Adults 55 and older can enjoy a fun shopping and social day with Suffolk Parks & Recreation’s Mall & Mingle trip on Monday, September 28, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Transportation is provided from Milteer Recreation Center, 132 Robertson Street.
Participants are responsible for lunch and any purchases. The mall location will be announced closer to the trip date.
👉 The Move: Registration is required, and space may be limited, so sign up early.
🐾 Pet Food Pantry Drop-Off
The Suffolk Sheriff’s Office Pet Food Pantry will collect pet food donations on Wednesday, September 30, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Walmart locations on 1200 N. Main Street and 6259 College Drive.
Donations will help pet pantries throughout Suffolk. For details, call 757-514-7840.
🥜 The 48th Annual Suffolk Peanut Fest returns this October
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.
🍂 Community Yard Sale at The Retreat at Harbour Cove
Treasure hunting is coming to The Retreat at Harbour Cove in North Suffolk near Riverfront on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 8 a.m. to noon. This is a small community, drive-around sale with tables and items set up at individual garages throughout the neighborhood. Expect household goods, clothes, décor, electronics and plenty of surprise finds. Rain date is Sunday, Oct. 4.
🐾 Stray Found in Southern Suffolk
This stray was found Sept. 19 in the Southern area of Suffolk. If you recognize this pup, call 757-514-7855, option 2 and reference Log #49343. This animal is not available for adoption.
🐾 Stray Found in Downtown Suffolk
This stray was found Sept. 20 in the Downtown Suffolk area. If you recognize this pup, call 757-514-7855, option 2 and reference Log #49346. This animal is not available for adoption.