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A couple of familiar faces are stepping into new roles around Suffolk schools.
🐯 Dr. Williams is back at John F. Kennedy Middle School, bringing 24 years of experience in education, including work as a Title I instructional coach, SPS literacy coach, and English teacher.
⚾ Over at Nansemond River High School, Justin Balseca has been named the new varsity baseball coach and is officially joining the Warrior family.
Two schools, two fresh chapters. Welcome back, Dr. Williams, and congratulations, Coach Balseca! 🎉
In this Suffolk Scoop Issue…
🌦️ Weather
💧 Why Suffolk is asking residents to cut back on water
🌲 Suffolk adds nearly 2,000 acres of protected land
🏈 Somebody’s perfect record ends Friday night
🐾 Meet Buck, ready for adoption
📅 Local events
Let’s get into it 👇
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💧 Why Suffolk Is Asking Residents to Cut Back on Water
The News: Reservoirs in the Suffolk area that help supply drinking water to Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and parts of Suffolk are about 7.5 feet below normal. Rainfall is also running roughly 17 inches below normal over the past year.
Why It Matters: Low water levels have already closed boat ramps at Western Branch Reservoir and Lake Burnt Mills, and officials say conditions could lead to tougher water restrictions if they do not improve.
👉 The Move: Residents are being asked to voluntarily cut back on nonessential water use now to help stretch supplies.
🌲 Suffolk Just Protected a Huge Piece of Its Wild Side
The News: Virginia has added 1,916 acres in Suffolk to the South Quay Sandhills Natural Area Preserve, bringing the preserve to 5,668 acres. The new land includes wetlands and one of the region’s largest blocks of connected forest.
Why It Matters: The property creates an important wildlife connection toward the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge while helping protect water quality and habitat for rare plants and animals. It also opens the door for future longleaf pine restoration.
👉 The Move: Nearly 2,000 more acres of Suffolk’s natural landscape are now permanently protected. That’s a pretty big win for the city’s wild side.
🏈 Somebody’s Perfect Record Ends Friday Night
The News: Nansemond River puts its 4-0 record on the line Friday against 5-0 Indian River in one of the biggest Southeastern District matchups of the season. The Warriors are coming off a comeback win over Great Bridge, while Indian River has already knocked off Oscar Smith.
Why It Matters: Both teams are unbeaten, and the game could have major implications for the district and regional standings. It’s also a matchup the teams have dubbed the “Battle of the Rivers.”
👉 The Move: Kickoff is Friday, Oct. 9 at 7 PM at Nansemond River High School in Suffolk. Somebody’s perfect start is getting a serious test.
🗑️ Suffolk Trash Pickup Is Staying on Schedule
The Columbus Day holiday will not affect trash collection in Suffolk. Put your trash cans at the curb by 7 a.m. on your regular collection day.
📞 Questions? Call 757-514-7630.
Friday, October 9
C.A.Y. (Centered Around You) Live Music Series – Bridgeport Plaza (1400 Bridgeport Way / 3800 block of Bridge Rd) | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Suffolk Ruritan Club Annual Shrimp Feast – Suffolk Executive Airport (1410 Airport Rd) | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Friday, October 9 – Saturday, October 10
Decoys Rockfish Tournament – Decoys Seafood (3305 Ferry Rd)
Friday, October 9 – Sunday, October 11
Sherlock Holmes: The Sign of Four Tea Tasting – Stillwater Tea House at Rose Cottage (2453 Pruden Blvd) | Daily Seatings: 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM
Saturday, October 10
2026 Suffolk Farmers Market – Suffolk Visitor Center Pavilion (524 N Main St) | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saturday, October 10 – Tuesday, November 3
March of the Scarecrows – Downtown Suffolk Historic District
Sunday, November 8 – Sunday, November 15
Suffolk Restaurant Week – Participating Restaurants Throughout Suffolk, VA
Meme of the Day
🥜 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.
🫡 Salute to Veterans Stall Crawl
The Salute to Veterans Stall Crawl is set for Sunday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Suffolk.
The event brings together three local barns for one patriotic day of horses, community, and honoring veterans. 🐴
🐾 Meet Buck!
Buck is all snuggled up and ready for this fall weather. 🍂 This sweet 9-year-old Bully Mix is about 53 lbs. and ready to find his forever home.
ID #49112 | Male | Ready for Adoption ❤️