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Community pulse
What residents are talking about in Suffolk public meetings, ranked by community engagement.
CUP2025-018 accessory dwelling unit — RPAs buffer/stormwater
Towne Creek proffer amendment
Family Day Home CUP (Patriots Walke)
Family Day Home CUP (Meadows Reach)
Tiny Town Home Childcare CUP
Zoenita's Loving Arms CUP
Mallard Drive day care CUP
Preserve at Lake Meade trail deficiencies
Skydive Suffolk Hangar 9 lease
Ocean Storage CUP
Bizzy Bees daycare expansion
U-Haul rental CUP
Pawn shop CUP
Enterprise Rent-A-Car CUP
400 Jonathans Way rezone
Hillpoint affordable apartments
Probation and parole office CUP
In the news
12 articlesRecent coverage of Suffolk from local and regional media.
Downtown plan eyes four new sites
Downtown plan eyes four new sites
City approves $4.8 million traffic improvements
City approves $4.8 million traffic improvements
Suffolk firefighters conduct controlled propane flaring on South Quay Road after leak report
Suffolk Fire & Rescue is safely conducting a controlled propane flare after a leak on South Quay Road.
Oct 25, 2026Skunk caught in Suffolk tests positive for rabies
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) -- A skunk that was picked up in the 1700 block of White Marsh Road has tested positive for rabies, according to the Suffolk Department of Health. Rabies is caused by a virus that attacks the nervous system and is lethal if proper...
Oct 22, 2026Skunk tests positive for rabies in Suffolk
The Suffolk Health Department is alerting the public to a skunk that tested positive for rabies.
Oct 22, 2026Suffolk City Council approves temporary moratorium on data centers
Suffolk City Council voted 8-0 to approve a temporary moratorium on data centers, halting applications until further notice.
Oct 22, 2026Suffolk bans data centers citywide
Suffolk leaders unanimously approved a zoning rule banning data centers as a primary use citywide, giving officials time to consider future regulations.
Oct 22, 2026Suffolk residents weigh in on proposed MLK Jr. memorial at Peanut Park
Suffolk residents are sharing ideas for a proposed MLK Jr. memorial at Peanut Park, including a statue and improvements to the park’s athletic field.
Oct 21, 2026All Aboard, Suffolk!
The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) is seeking public input on the future of passenger rail service across the Commonwealth. We want Suffolk's voice to be heard!
Oct 21, 2026Two adults and a child rescued by ladder during Suffolk condo fire
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Two adults and a child were rescued by Suffolk Fire during a condo fire in the 2000 Block of Nicklaus Drive Sunday morning. Fire crews were dispatched to the multi-family condominium at 5:12 a.m. and, upon arrival, firefighters ...
Oct 18, 2026Lone Star Lakes Park closed for annual deer hunt
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY)- Lone Star Lakes Park will be closed to the public October 16-17 due to the annual white-tailed deer quota hunt. The ongoing wildlife management effort is to help maintain a healthy and balanced deer population within Lone Star L...
Oct 16, 2026Hazard Mitigation Plan - Western Tidewater Open House
The Hampton Roads Planning District Commission (HRPDC) is updating the region’s 2027 Hazard Mitigation Plan and invites residents, businesses, and community organizations to help shape the plan’s priorities and proposed actions.
Oct 14, 2026