A local Girl Scout is hosting a "Prepare for a Pet" program on Tuesday, giving tips on what the first-time perspective pet owner needs to know about adding a furry member to the family.

The book is about Julie Patterson,  a former Miss Mississippi with a successful husband, two wonderful children and the lavish life that many can only dream about.

PORTSMOUTH No injuries were reported today in a house fire in the 500 block of Hampton Place, in Olde Towne. The fire was reported at 3:40 p.m. A man inside the house got out safely, said Captain JK Roenker of the fire department. The fire caused moderate damage to the second floor of the house, and was brought under control in about 10 minutes.

NORFOLK The Navy's newest surveillance plane doesn't look much different from its predecessor: It's got the same dinner-plate-shaped radar dome perched atop its fuselage, the same twin propellers, the same wingspan.

Traffic lights are out, trees are down and streets are flooded as a result of the severe thunderstorm moving through the Richmond area.