Spring 2008 eNewsletter

A New Look

 

Browse the Governor’s new website to learn about recent hot topics, find podcasts, contact the Governor and see how Virginia leads the country in 21st century style eGovernment.

 

 

Need to Renew your Professional or Occupational License?

  The Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation regulates more than thirty occupations and professions through numerous boards composed of practitioners and citizens appointed by the Governor. DPOR licenses or certifies over 300,000 individuals and businesses ranging from architects and contractors to cosmetologists and professional wrestlers.  

Virginia’s Creepy, Crawly World

  Interested in Virginia's reptiles and amphibians? The fun new “A Look Outside” series of videos tracks a group of Cub Scouts as they learn about spotted salamanders, canebrake rattlesnakes, wood turtles and more! You can purchase these videos through the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries Online Store. Don’t forget, with Spring on the way save time by purchasing your fishing licenses online.  


Virginia Loves Spring! Live Passionately!

  When the warmer weather returns, the songbirds arrive, the dogwoods bloom and Virginia “springs” to life. Visit Virginia’s breathtaking attractions during Garden Week, the nation’s largest statewide open house. Or take advantage of all the fabulous Virginia sightseeing opportunities from NASCAR to hiking!  

Oysters Benedict

 

4 thin slices Virginia country ham
butter
2 English muffins, halved and toasted
12 oysters, about 1/2 pint

In skillet, sauté ham lightly in butter. Remove and place a ham slice on each muffin half. Sauté oysters in same pan just until edges curl. Place oysters on top of ham. Cover with warm Hollandaise Sauce.
Makes 4 Servings

Easy Hollandaise Sauce

1 egg
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 tablespoons butter

In small saucepan, stir egg with fresh lemon juice. After mixing well, place over moderate heat. Add butter and stir constantly. As butter melts, sauce thickens.

~ From Virginia Wildlife Magazine