A Democratic candidate for governor is getting a boost from a progressive political action committee.Preview: Suffolk appoints a new Agricultural Specialist to focus on agricultural education and increasing food accessibility. Julia Hillegass tells the Suffolk News Herald she plans to promote agrotourism, and support the city's agricultural economy through marketing efforts and rural preservation initiatives. Hillegass aims to introduce hands-on agricultural experiences in schools and expand farm-to-table programs in Suffolk. She also hopes to explore the idea of a permanent year-round farmer's market.