4801 Newport Avenue was built in 1910 by Dr. John Wyche Manning and his wife, Jennie. Dr. Manning was born in Alabama in 1868, the only son of eight siblings, and graduated from Atlanta Dental College in 1898 as President of his class.
In 1901 he moved to Norfolk and opened a dental office in the Bank of Commerce Building, where he practiced for the next 35 years.
He was instrumental in building the Christian Temple at 34th and Llewellyn, which now sits abandoned.
He and his wife had two daughters and a son. His son, Wymer Manning, was also a local dentist.
Information Provided by Larry Morton
New year, new adventure. 40+ residents braved the cold to join us for a special preview look at the progress with the rehabilitation of the Historical Landmark—Riverview Theater, presented by owner John Childers. We enjoyed healthy snacks and beverages provided by our civic league Social Events committee. We were also joined by Officer Brenton Blakeslee, our Community Resource Officer, who provided the latest crime report
“Porchella is something we look forward to all year as returning porch hosts. I’m amazed at how Christina Fletcher pulls it together year after year, gathering musicians and pairing them with porch hosts. This is an incredible community-building event, one that showcases the character, diversity, and cohesive core of our neighborhood. It’s a win-win-win…for the musicians, the hosts, and the attendees.” – Artemis Stoll
A resounding success! That’s the final take on December’s CPRV Holiday Food Drive, benefitting ODU students through the Monarch Food Pantry and the Global Friendship House.
Happy 2025, CPRV! Join us Jan. 13 at Riverview Theater for our first meeting, celebrate events like Porchella, support New Jersey Ave’s lights, and step into leadership roles to help shape our community’s future!
At a recent Colonial Place and Riverview Civic League meeting, Citizens for Responsible Lighting (CRL), led by Lori Baccanari, presented information on the ongoing transition to LED street lighting in Norfolk. CRL focuses on ensuring that this conversion process is managed responsibly to avoid potential hazards associated with improper LED installations.
Our December 9th General Members Meeting featured an informative presentation by Citizens for Responsible Lighting (CRL), led by Lori Baccanari. CRL provided an overview of the ongoing transition to LED street lighting in Norfolk, highlighting the importance of responsible implementation to avoid potential hazards. Their presentation underscored the impact of different LED color temperatures on public health, safety, and the environment.
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