Susan Smigielski Acker

Susan is a 15-year Virginia Peninsula freelance journalist with more than 20 years of writing and editing experience. She also spent time in advertising sales.

Susan’s father was stationed at Naval Weapons Station in the late 1960s and the family lived in Lee Hall for two years.

She, along with her husband, Scott and their two teenage daughters, Charlotte and Julia moved to Newport News more than 15 years ago, when their daughters were babies.

Susan loves the Virginia Peninsula for the green spaces, summer weekly outdoor concerts, the beaches plus rich arts and historic culture.

Peninsula’s New 11 Restaurants Round Up

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Whether you’re craving Asian, barbecue, burgers or comfort food, there are exciting new restaurants on the Peninsula to satisfy. Frank's Monster Munchies Cantina Tide Mill Shopping Center, 2710 N. Armistead Ave, Hampton The food truck Frank’s Monster Munchies, famous for their Mexican/American food, is also a restaurant. Owner Charlie Timms said specialties include … [Read more...] about Peninsula’s New 11 Restaurants Round Up

Enjoy Events at Mariners’ Museum

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The Mariners' Museum presents plenty of activities for all ages..March 18 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Celebrating Women's History Through Needle and Thread. A special one-hour program honoring the artistry of women throughout history followed by a fun, hands-on activity for adults and children. Included in $1 admission. Free for Mariners' Museum Members. … [Read more...] about Enjoy Events at Mariners’ Museum

Queen in a Dress Provides Prom Items To Those in Need

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Nakeya Green took her grief from losing her mom to make young ladies look pretty. Green founded Queen in a Dress, an organization that provides prom dresses and accessories to young ladies whose families may not be able to afford it. “My goal is to ensure no young lady does not attend prom simply because she cannot afford the attire in order to attend. Our mission … [Read more...] about Queen in a Dress Provides Prom Items To Those in Need

Avelo Airlines to Leave Newport News

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It was a quick trip to Newport News for Avelo Airlines. The low-cost carrier is leaving Newport News-Williamsburg Airport after just four months. "We have decided to end service at Newport News effective April 17. The last flights out of PHF will be Sunday, April 16. Unfortunately, PHF has not been generating the demand we expected and has been underperforming in future … [Read more...] about Avelo Airlines to Leave Newport News

Peninsula Community Theatre Presents Bridges Of Madison County

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When a ruggedly handsome National Geographic photographer stops to ask directions, in a rural area, he gets more than just a map. The Bridges of Madison County is set in 1965. Francesca Johnson is an Italian housewife married to a former American soldier. While her husband and children head to the state fair for four days, she stays behind. What happens next may change … [Read more...] about Peninsula Community Theatre Presents Bridges Of Madison County