Good morning, Scoopers!
Let’s start today with a big thank you to longtime Suffolk Public Schools art educator Angie Salerno, who is retiring after a career dedicated to students, creativity, and the arts.
Congratulations, Angie, and thank you for making a difference in so many lives. 🎨👏
In this Suffolk Scoop Issue…
🌦️ Weather
♻️ Big change coming to Suffolk trash bins
❤️ Family asking for help after house fire
🔥 Off-duty firefighter becomes an Everyday Hero
📅 Local events
Let’s get into 👇
🌮🍕 Tacos & Crust – Downtown Suffolk
Can’t decide between tacos and pizza? Tacos & Crust brings both to North Main Street, serving tacos, burritos, birria, wings, and handcrafted pizza made fresh from scratch.
Whether you’re grabbing lunch, planning a date night, or feeding a crowd, they offer dine-in, online ordering, catering, and private party options.
📍 920 N. Main St., Suffolk
🕐 Mon–Thu: 11 AM–9 PM | Fri–Sat: 11 AM–10 PM | Sun: 12–9 PM
📞 757-935-5382
🌐 tacosandcrustva.com
♻️ Suffolk Is Ending Curbside Recycling
The News: Starting July 1, Suffolk residents can put recycling straight into their regular trash bin. No more separating.
Why It Matters: A new AI system will sort recyclables out of the trash before the rest goes to the landfill. The goal is to reduce waste and help the regional landfill last longer.
👉 The Move: Batteries, paint, and hazardous waste still need to be disposed of properly. Residents who want to keep separating recycling can still drop items off at the transfer station.
❤️ Suffolk Man Loses Everything in House Fire
The News: Ravon Bagley lost his home on Osceola Avenue in Suffolk last Monday. He had just gotten home from his overnight job when he smelled smoke. He escaped out the back door with only the clothes he was wearing.
Why It Matters: The fire was ruled accidental and electrical. Ravon lost furniture, belongings, and photos of his older brother who passed away in 2022 — memories that can never be replaced.
👉 How You Can Help: His brother Antaion set up a GoFundMe on his behalf. Donate at gofundme.com
🔥 Off-Duty Suffolk Firefighter Steps Up
The News: Suffolk firefighter Joshua Baker was home on a break when a neighbor came to his door saying her house was on fire. He grabbed his gear from the garage and jumped into action before Chesapeake crews arrived.
Why It Matters: Baker used a garden hose and ladder to help hold the fire back until more help arrived. His family watched from next door as he climbed the ladder.
👉 The Recognition: News 3 named Baker an Everyday Hero, and Southern Bank presented him with $425. Baker said he appreciated the honor, but that anyone would have done the same.
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🧡 Walk for Change: Suffolk Stands Against Gun Violence
End Gun Violence Awareness Walk – Festival Park – 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Registration begins at 9:00 AM. Wear orange and stay for the community cookout after the walk.
📍 Festival Park, 215 W. Washington Street
📞 757-508-2862
📧 [email protected]
🎣 Free Fishing Day – Suffolk Parks & Recreation
All ages can try catch-and-release fishing with no license required. Rods and bait will be provided, and staff will help beginners learn the basics.
Register: https://secure.rec1.com/VA/suffolk-va/catalog
Select Outdoor Programs.
✊🏾 Suffolk Juneteenth Festival Returns June 20
Celebrate culture, community, and freedom at Suffolk’s 2nd Annual Juneteenth Festival. Enjoy arts and crafts, vendors, entertainment, a gaming bus, and family fun at Downtown Festival Park.
Saturday, June 6
Lighthouse Paint & Sip – Nansemond Brewing Station – 2:00 PM
Friday, June 12
TGIF Summer Concert Series: Island Boy – Downtown Festival Park – 6:00 PM
Saturday, June 13
Recycling Drive & Tire Amnesty Day – Nansemond River High School – 8:00 AM
Monday, June 15
Voices for Environmental Justice: Initiative Update – Suffolk City Hall Chambers – 6:00 PM
Tuesday, June 16
Little Explorers: Sunshine in Summer – Bennett's Creek Recreation Center – 10:30 AM–11:15 AM
Friday, June 19
TGIF Summer Concert Series: RaJazz – Downtown Festival Park – 6:00 PM
Saturday, June 20
Grill & Chill Event – N. Main-Suffolk Grocery Outlet – 11:00 AM
The Daniel Jordan Band Live – Decoys Seafood – 6:00 PM
Saturday, July 25
Adult Recess: Line Dancing, Zumba & Musical Games – Downtown Festival Park – 6:00 PM–9:30 PM
Saturday, June 27
Human Trafficking Awareness Forum – King's Fork High School – 9:00 AM
Tuesday, July 28
Little Explorers: Scream for Ice Cream – Bennett's Creek Recreation Center – 10:30 AM–11:15 AM
Saturday, September 26
Adult Recess: Kickball – Wellons Park – 6:00 PM–9:30 PM
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🐾 Help This Lost Dog Get Home
This lost dog was found on 06/01/2026 in the Northern area of Suffolk and is now safe at Suffolk Animal Care Center.
If this pup looks familiar, please help spread the word. Call 757-514-7855, option 2 with any information and reference Log #48650.