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Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk residents seek to honor former President Jimmy Carter with a historical marker in the neighborhood where he once lived, reflecting on his legacy and the community's military connections. 3 WTKR
- ➤ Following a deadly attack in New Orleans, safety officials in Norfolk, VA, emphasize the importance of vigilance and coordination in ensuring the safety of large public events. 13 News Now
- ➤ Local shelters in Norfolk face increased intake of lost pets post-New Year's due to fireworks and celebrations, with many shelters operating at full capacity. 3 WTKR
- ➤ A Norfolk family welcomed twins Everleigh Grace and Eden Vaughn into the world just after the start of the New Year at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. WAVY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire in a Norfolk garage early on New Year's Day sent one person to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and caused heat damage to a nearby home. 13 News Now
- ➤ A New Year's Day tragedy in New Orleans resulted in at least 15 fatalities and numerous hospitalizations, impacting visitors and local residents. WAVY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hampton Roads offers diverse events including a Bon Jovi tribute, local country music, the Garden of Lights, Christmas Town, and 'Tina - The Tina Turner Musical', among others. The Virginian-Pilot
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The recovery of a downed Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet in the Red Sea faces challenges due to potential sensitive technology onboard, difficult underwater terrain, and risks from Houthi attacks. The Virginian-Pilot
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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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