Longtime Chesapeake treasurer to resign, sources say

Chesapeake City Treasurer retiring at end of month amidst transfer of some duties to city

Chesapeake City Treasurer Barbara Carraway, who served more than 30 years in office, will retire at the end of the month after concerns were raised about her performance. Carraway, a Republican, first began her stint with the city in 1990 after she was elected, and her current term is set to expire in 2026. Carraway said it’s time to “step back,” according to a letter from her office she signed Monday. The retirement announcement comes as city l…

Reward offered after emaciated dog found dead inside a plastic tote in Chesapeake

The dog, a bully breed with black hair, was left outside near the Chesapeake Transfer Station inside of a plastic tote. The dog was severely emaciated.

Longtime Chesapeake treasurer to resign, sources say

CHESAPEAKE (WAVY) - Barbara Carraway, who has been Chesapeake's city treasurer for more than three decades, will resign at the end of this month, sources tell WAVY-TV. Chesapeake City Council stripped Carraway of several duties last month, in the wake of billing problems with the personal property tax, and the deadline to pay was extended. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now …