| Norfolk is a coastal city in the eastern part of the state of Virginia. The local population is around 240,000. Settlement of the city of Norfolk dates back to 1619. The climate ranges from a winter low temperature of 32 degrees to average summer highs in the mid 80s. Precipitation is around four inches per month. Median family income is about $37,000. Shipping, tourism and support of the military factors heavily in the local economy. The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) headquarters is in Norfolk. Higher education institutions in the area include Old Dominion University, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Virginia Wesleyan College, and Tidewater Community College. The Virginian-Pilot is the area's newspaper. The Eastern Virginia Medical School is a healthcare leader. |
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