Norfolk Campaign Stop + Possible Child COVID Death + Arson Trial

Hello, neighbors! Sean Peek here with your Friday copy of the Norfolk Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and comfortable. High: 74 Low: 55.

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Here are the top stories in and around Norfolk today:

1. Virginia gubernatorial candidates Terry McAuliffe (D) and Glenn Youngkin (R) both stopped in Norfolk this week to discuss their proposed efforts to boost the Commonwealth's economy during the pandemic. Both candidates are eager to create new jobs for Virginians and support local small businesses with financial assistance and resource programs. (13NewsNow)
2. The Suffolk City Public Schools community is mourning the passing of 10-year-old Teresa Sperry, whose death may have been linked to COVID-19. The Virginia Department of Health said it was currently reviewing a case regarding a child between the ages of 10 and 19, but declined to specify if it was Sperry. (FOX 5 DC)
3. Ryan Elza, a 42-year-old Norfolk Public School teacher, will be tried for arson before a grand jury in connection with a West Ghent house fire last year. (13NewsNow)
4. The 17,000 square-foot Richard A. Tucker Memorial Library opened on Norfolk's southside on Sept. 17 and will now be open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (WAVY)
5. Naval Station Norfolk says it's ready to engage with the forces of climate change by keeping its troops prepared for rising sea levels and heavier anticipated flooding. (WAVY)

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About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.