Good morning, Scoopers!
Big shoutout to Suffolk Public Schools Superintendent Dr. John B. Gordon III for earning a major regional honor. That’s a big win for Suffolk schools.
In this Suffolk Scoop Issue…
🌦️ Weather
🏫 Suffolk school leader earns major honor
📬 Mail delays under review in Suffolk
🇺🇸 A chance to honor our veterans
📅 Upcoming local events
Let’s get into it 👇
🏫 Suffolk School Leader Earns Top Honor
Photo Via: Suffolk VA Public Schools
The News: A big shoutout to Suffolk Public Schools Superintendent Dr. John B. Gordon III, who has been named Region 2 Superintendent of the Year and is now in the running for Virginia Superintendent of the Year.
Why It Matters: This recognition puts a bright spotlight on Suffolk Public Schools and the leadership happening across the division.
👉 The Move: Keep an eye on this one. Dr. Gordon could bring a statewide title home to Suffolk.
📬 Mail Delays Under Review in Suffolk
The News: A USPS audit found more than 26,000 delayed pieces of mail at the Suffolk Post Office, along with issues in package tracking and operations.
Why It Matters: If you’ve been waiting on a bill, package, or check, this could explain why. A lot of us in Suffolk have felt these delays firsthand.
👉 The Move: Keep an eye on your deliveries and allow extra time. Officials are pushing for fixes, so more updates should be coming soon.
🇺🇸 Help Honor Veterans in Suffolk
The News: Suffolk is launching America 250 Rocks, a painted rock scavenger hunt celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Why It Matters: It’s a fun, family-friendly way to explore Suffolk and take part in a community-wide celebration.
👉 The Move: Stop by the Suffolk Visitor Center at 524 N Main Street to grab a free rock, paint it, hide it, and scan QR codes on rocks you find to register them online.
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🛍️ Suffolk Community Yard Sale May 2
The Retreat at Harbour Cove is hosting a community yard sale on Saturday, May 2, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Shoppers can expect items from multiple households, including clothing, tools, electronics, home décor, household items, and more. It all takes place at 1103 Elaina Place in Suffolk, with a rain date of May 3.
⚓ Living History Weekend in Suffolk
Step back to 1778 at a Living History Weekend coming to Suffolk.
📍 Riddick’s Folly Museum Grounds
🗓️ May 16–17 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Expect costumed interpreters, a Revolutionary War Navy camp, live demos, and interactive experiences throughout the day.
👉 The Move: Free and open to the public. Easy one to lock in now for May.
Thursday, April 30
WHRO’s The Story Exchange – Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts – 7:00 PM
Friday, May 1
Outdoors at the Center: Karaoke Night – Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts – 6:00 PM
Saturday, May 2
Clean the Bay Day – Constant’s Wharf Park & Marina & Sleepy Hole Park – 9:00 AM
Suffolk Farmers' Market Season Kickoff – Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion – 9:00 AM
Art Clay Silver: Cuff Bracelet Workshop – Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts – 10:00 AM
Suffolk Children's Festival – Downtown Festival Park – 10:00 AM
Always a Day of Harry Potter – Stillwater Tea House at Rose Cottage – 11:00 AM
Zoo Realm Kid Festival – New Realm Brewing Co. – 12:00 PM
Sunday, May 3
Furry Friends: Kitten Yoga – Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts – 1:30 PM
Monthly Bluegrass Jam Session – Nansemond Brewing Station – 2:00 PM
UPAC Presents: Having Our Say – Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts – 3:00 PM