You think of Twitter as a social platform designed primarily to reach people across the country, even the world, but companies that use social media wisely can entertain large numbers of local followers with this handy tool. Despite all the viral interest on Twitter, the rapidity of sharing international news, and the human interest, users still want to know what’s going on in their own backyard. We may still read the newspaper and check television, but Twitter has the potential to reach people in real time. Open a news window, check the BlackBerry and you will see the news.
That said, in Virginia Beach you will find a multitude of businesses and organizations that use Twitter to relay information to locals and tourists. If you want to make a spontaneous sale or promote upcoming events, Twitter gives you a head start with its companion search engine, which is close to rivaling Google and YouTube as one of the top internet search platforms.
Who in Virginia Beach is on Twitter? Not everyone, but it may seem like this. Locals, restaurants, journalists, government and attractions, if you have an interest in any aspect of the city, someone is tweeting about it. Here are some recommended accounts to follow if you are looking for news.
@PortFolioWeekly – Virginia Beach’s pulse of arts and entertainment. Here you will find updates on local events and interests.
@VisitVirginia: Virginia Tourism’s official Twitter account offers information on local events and organizations
@theskinnydip – A local chain of frozen yogurt shops, The Skinny Dip tweets daily flavor listings for their locations.
@CinivaSystems – A local Virginia Beach web design firm, help locals in the best way to use social media
@WAVY_News – Get local news right to your Twitter when it happens.
@CityofVaBeach: City-related government and local concerns
@VBPD – the Twitter account of the local police department
@gohrt_com – HR Transit Twitter, find updates on local transportation issues here
@kerrydougherty: Kerry Dougherty writes an opinion piece for the Virginian-Pilot and enjoys a huge following on and off the net.
@VBGreenDrinks – Social information for eco-minded beach people
@LynhvnFishHouse: Get the daily specials at this popular Chick’s Beach restaurant
@HavanaRedMill – What’s cooking at Red Mill? Havana adds a touch of Caribbean spices to this growing area
@OldBeachFrmrMkt – Do you like local food? Find out what’s good to eat at our local farmers market
@CROCSWineClub – For vine lovers, you can find out what’s good to go with your next meal
@SandlerCenter: The best of Broadway, top concert acts, and dance / theater companies from around the world are regularly advertised on Sandler’s tweeted schedule.
@SymphonicityVB: for information on great local concerts
@VaARTSfestival: Everything artistic in Virginia Beach, you will find it annotated here
@LiveNationVB: Find out which of the world’s biggest acts is coming to the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
