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Jessica Nolte is a photographer and documentarian journalist based in São Paulo, Brazil. Has been working with Baboon Films (www.baboon.com.br) since 2010, where she produced and photographed more than 20 documentaries. Jessica has passed 30 days in Mongolia registering the nomadic life. Unveiled the slave labor in the silver mines of Potosí, for which she was a finalist in Brazil’s biggest media and journalism awards “Prêmio ESSO”. Also got two honorable mentions, one at the human rights award (ANAMATRA) and the other for her photograph “Silver Widows” on the Latin-American Photography award. In Uganda she revealed child sacrifice for magic rituals, for which she also was a finalist at “Prêmio ESSO”. During the last 4 years, she has been very passionately dedicating her life to Patagonia. In 2015 she founded Fitzroya Media House, a creative company based in Chilean Patagonia in which she is a partner and director. You can see more of her work on these websites: www.jessicanolte.com www.baboon.com.br www.fitzroyamediahouse.com
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Newport News makes it easier for taxicab companies to compete with Uber, Lyft
Newport News City Council has voted to relax regulations for taxicab companies, allowing them to better compete with rideshare services like Uber and Lyft. The changes, effective September 1, remove fare rate stipulations, uniform color and lettering requirements, and age limits for cabs, now only requiring an annual safety inspection. The number of taxis will no longer be capped, and the taxi advisory board has been disbanded. Similar deregulation efforts were also undertaken by Hampton in June.
Virginia Living Museum exhibit raising awareness of endangered monarch butterfly
The Virginia Living Museum in Newport News has launched the Butterfly Haven exhibit featuring monarch butterflies, recently declared endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. The exhibit, part of a 30-year conservation effort, educates visitors on butterfly life stages and the threats monarchs face, such as deforestation, climate change, and loss of milkweed. The museum's senior director, James Weinpress, highlights habitat destruction, pesticides, and severe weather as key challenges. The museum encourages planting native species and sells butterfly-friendly plants, with a plant sale scheduled for September. The exhibit is open until September 25 and is included with museum admission.
Virginia Living Museum exhibit raising awareness of endangered monarch butterfly
The Virginia Living Museum in Newport News has launched the Butterfly Haven exhibit featuring monarch butterflies, recently declared endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. The exhibit, part of a 30-year conservation effort, educates visitors on butterfly life stages and the threats to monarchs, such as deforestation, climate change, and loss of milkweed. The museum's senior director, James Weinpress, highlights the importance of proper food access for the butterflies' migration. The museum encourages planting native species and sells butterfly-friendly plants, with a plant sale scheduled for September. The exhibit is open until September 25 and is included with museum admission.
Hampton seeking feedback from residents and businesses on 20-year plan
The City of Hampton is seeking input from residents and businesses for its 2040 Community Plan, focusing on education, economic development, family resilience, community safety, cleanliness, and combating sea level rise. Volunteers are asked to commit to several meetings with a steering group in the coming months. The city aims to develop both a five-year and a 20-year plan, with previous plans resulting in developments like the Boo Williams Sportsplex and Peninsula Town Center. The first session is scheduled for September 8 at the Hampton Coliseum, with registration available online or by phone.
Hampton seeking feedback from residents and businesses on 20-year plan
The City of Hampton is soliciting input from residents and businesses for its 2040 Community Plan, focusing on education, economic development, family resilience, community safety, cleanliness, and combating sea level rise. Volunteers are asked to commit to several meetings with a steering group in the coming months. The process will inform both a five-year and a 20-year plan, with previous plans resulting in significant developments like the Boo Williams Sportsplex and Peninsula Town Center. The first session is scheduled for September 8 at the Hampton Coliseum, with registration available online or by phone.
Swimmers won’t be able to dive in at Hampton’s new aquatic center this summer
The Hampton VA Aquaplex, a new aquatics center in Hampton, Virginia, will not open until fall due to supply chain issues. The center was expected to open in August and will feature an eight-lane 50-meter competition pool, a 25-meter program pool, and an outdoor 'Splash-Down Park.' The $29.5 million facility aims to be an economic driver for the city, hosting swimming and diving competitions and serving as the home for Hampton City Schools swim teams. The delay follows similar postponements of other city projects, including the Mary W. Jackson Neighborhood Center.
Swimmers won’t be able to dive in at Hampton’s new aquatic center this summer
The Hampton VA Aquaplex, a new aquatic center in Hampton, Virginia, will not open as scheduled this summer due to supply chain issues. The $29.5 million facility, which includes an eight-lane 50-meter competition pool, a 25-meter program pool, and an outdoor Splash-Down Park, is now expected to open in early fall. The center is designed to host swimming and diving competitions and will serve as the home for Hampton City Schools swim teams. The delay is consistent with other projects in the region and globally, exacerbated by the pandemic's impact on manufacturing. The city anticipates the aquaplex will be an economic driver, attracting mid-Atlantic and national events.
Rock-climbing gym announces plans to expand to Hampton
Latitude Climbing + Fitness, a rock-climbing gym with existing locations in Norfolk and Virginia Beach, has announced plans to open a new facility in Peninsula Town Center in Hampton, expected in early 2023. The new gym will feature a 48-foot tall climbing wall and 15,000 square feet of climbing space, including two floors of climbing walls, rope climbing, and bouldering. The Hampton location will also offer yoga, fitness classes, and youth climbing teams, catering to beginners and climbers of all skill levels, with day passes and memberships available for access to all regional Latitude gyms.
Boy injured in Portsmouth shooting, police say
A boy was shot on Sunday in the 3600 block of Tejo Lane, Portsmouth, and was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The Portsmouth Police Department reported the incident via a tweet on Sunday afternoon but did not provide specific details about the victim's age or the shooting circumstances.
Drivers can be pulled over, fined for loud exhaust systems in Hampton
The Hampton City Council has passed an ordinance making noise from unlawful exhaust systems a primary offense, allowing police to pull over drivers solely for this reason. The General Assembly had previously made it a secondary offense in 2020 but later granted municipalities the authority to decide on enforcement. The ordinance prohibits altered mufflers or exhaust systems that produce excessive noise, and violations can result in fines up to $250. Hampton Police Chief Mark Talbot anticipates no difficulty in enforcing the law, which will be effective from August 1.
Newport News to install high-capacity ice machine at Menchville Marina to keep oysters cold during transport
The Menchville Marina in Newport News, a major oyster dropoff site in Virginia, will receive a high-capacity ice machine to comply with Virginia Health Department regulations for shellfish transport. The Newport News City Council allocated $285,740 from a Virginia Port Authority grant and $95,247 of city funds for the project. The machine will benefit over 90 boats and 225 watermen, and will also be available for residents, visitors, and emergency use during natural disasters. The marina is undergoing upgrades and is managed by James River Holdings.
A World War I veteran was buried without military honors in 1987, but 35 years later she received recognition for her service
Marie Garrow Moss, a World War I veteran from Newport News, was buried without military honors in 1987. She served in the U.S. Army Signal Corps as one of the 'Hello Girls,' the first female members of the U.S. Army. Despite their service, they were initially denied veteran's benefits until legislation recognized them as veterans 60 years later. A ceremony was held by Newport News Historic Services, The Virginia War Museum Foundation, and American Legion Braxton Perkins Post 25 to present Moss' relatives with the overdue honors and a plaque by her headstone. Moss's unique life story, including her service, travels, and active role with the Red Cross, was highlighted, contrasting with typical early 20th-century women's lives.
Cats, coffee and community make for the purrfect blend at new café coming to Newport News
Cups and Claws Café, a new business combining a coffee shop with cat adoption, is set to open in Newport News this summer. Co-owned by Kim and Philip Zettel, the café aims to serve as a community center where people can socialize with adoptable cats from local shelters. The establishment will provide a space for cats to interact and be adopted, while also offering coffee, baked goods, and activities such as reading, painting, and yoga classes. The café addresses the issue of cat abandonment and aims to cater to various community members, including the elderly, college students, and military families.
2 people, including 12-year-old boy, drown in waters off Shore Drive in Virginia Beach
Two individuals, including a 12-year-old boy named Zamari Wilson, drowned off Shore Drive in Virginia Beach on Sunday. Zamari was last seen swimming near the Delta Marriott and was found deceased in the water before 1:30 p.m. A second male was found dead around 5 p.m. after reports of someone struggling in the water. The Virginia Beach Police, Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services, and the U.S. Coast Guard were involved in the search and recovery efforts.
Newport News condemns downtown apartment building and orders residents to vacate
The city of Newport News condemned the Seaview Apartments due to non-compliant elevators and ordered residents to vacate within 48 hours. The city has been addressing the issue since April, with multiple court appearances. The 15-story building, managed by Bluerise Group LLC, failed a safety test, and a boiler was not repaired. The building's condemnation could be revoked if safety concerns are fixed, with the next court date set for July 8. The Newport News Department of Human Services is offering shelter referrals and resources to the affected residents.
Protesters gather in Norfolk after overturning of Roe v. Wade
Hundreds gathered in Lafayette Park, Norfolk, to protest the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, fearing the impact on abortion rights. The event, organized by the Virginia Reproductive Equity Alliance, aimed to de-stigmatize abortion and encourage political action. A recent poll showed that a majority of Virginians support legal abortion in some form, and speakers at the event shared personal abortion experiences. Virginia's governor, Glenn Youngkin, has signaled intentions to restrict abortion access further.
Newport News to build 2 outdoor courts for pickleball, one of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S.
Newport News City Council has approved $80,000 to build two outdoor pickleball courts at Huntington Park Tennis Center, responding to the sport's rapid growth in the U.S. The city already has indoor courts at Denbigh and Brittingham-Midtown community centers, which are used for multiple activities. The new outdoor courts aim to meet the demand of approximately 250 monthly players seeking more frequent play opportunities. Additionally, the council approved funding for a climbing wall, replacement lighting for athletic fields, and a new playground.
Newport News to build 2 outdoor courts for pickleball, one of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S.
Newport News City Council has approved $80,000 to construct two outdoor pickleball courts at Huntington Park Tennis Center, responding to the sport's rapid growth in the U.S. and local demand for outdoor play spaces. The city already offers indoor pickleball at Denbigh and Brittingham-Midtown community centers, which also host other activities. The council's funding initiatives also include a climbing wall and new lighting for athletic fields, as well as a playground replacement.
NOMADIC CYCLE. In 2011 I spent a month documenting the life of nomads in Mongolia, one of the last places on earth where nomadic culture still prevails. The pastoral way of life they have adopted during their 3000 years of history, keeps them moving at least 2 times a year to find better pastures and campsites. With approximately 50 percent of it’s population still living on the steppes, the economic and social changes are forcing many to leave their traditional way of life behind and migrate to the cities with the illusion of finding a better life.
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