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Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Drive Safe Hampton Roads collaborates with Lyft to provide free rides on New Year's Eve in the 757 area to prevent intoxicated driving. 3 WTKR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was arrested in Virginia for possessing the largest cache of finished explosive devices in FBI history, found on his property along with materials promoting a nihilistic ideology. The Virginian-Pilot
- ➤ Jason M. Robinson has been charged with second-degree murder and use of a firearm in the fatal shooting of Christian J. Williams in Norfolk. Daily Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The RnB Block Party will celebrate New Year's Eve at the Norfolk Scope Arena with live music, including a performance by Grammy award-winning producer Bryan-Michael Cox, welcoming attendees aged 21 and over. WAVY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk State University announces the passing of professor Carol Pretlow, a respected scholar and dedicated community member. 3 WTKR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk, VA, successfully sells $15.6M in Water Revenue Bonds at a 1% interest rate and an $18.1M in Wastewater Revenue Bonds at 0.5% interest to fund critical infrastructure and environmental health projects, benefiting from federal and state support. Hampton Roads Messenger
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Norovirus outbreaks rise to 91 in the first week of December, with Virginia Beach Health Director advising on prevention and care. WAVY
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Beginner Pickleball Classes at Western Branch Community Center
This event offers an opportunity to learn how to play pickleball, a rapidly growing sport combining elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, in a friendly community setting.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
A Driver Improvement Course designed for residents of Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake, offering a Certificate of Completion upon attendance.
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Virginia Duals Wrestling Tournament - Hampton
The Peninsula Wrestling Association hosts the 44th Annual Virginia Duals Wrestling Tournament at Hampton Coliseum, showcasing teams in a competitive wrestling format.
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Red Carpet Event for the Play 'Tina'
Attend a national red carpet event to experience the play 'Tina' at Chrysler Hall in Norfolk.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
This all-day Driver Improvement Course provides training and certification for individuals in the Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake areas.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
This Driver Improvement Course offers essential training and completion certification for participants from the Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake areas.
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Destroy Lonely Concert Tour
Destroy Lonely continues his North American tour promoting his second studio album, 'Love Lasts Forever,' with a performance at The NorVa.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
This one-day driver improvement course provides certification for attendees in the Norfolk, VA area and includes vital traffic safety education.
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Virginia Beach Restaurant Week 2025
The 2025 Virginia Beach Restaurant Week celebrates its 20th anniversary with local restaurants showcasing iconic dishes, new menu items, and collaborations with local breweries and distilleries.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
This class offers Driver Improvement training for the Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake area, providing necessary education and a Certificate of Completion the same day.
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