This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jalfred19562030 Surnames: Layman, Lehman, Kanode, Hipkins, etc. Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.virginia.unknown/7157.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: An easy way to find out about towns and counties is by using www.epodunk.com In this case, Norfolk is an independent city, named after a county in England. I hope this is helpful. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.