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in Norfolk
Wednesday, January 29th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk's housing authority will open its Housing Choice Voucher waitlist from Feb. 3 to March 3 for non-elderly disabled individuals, targeting those transitioning out of institutions, at risk of homelessness or currently homeless. 13 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Illinois man has been charged with multiple felonies including the production of child pornography after communicating with a 10-year-old girl from Norfolk via TikTok and soliciting nude photos. 13 News Now
- ➤ A 16-year-old boy was hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries after being shot in Norfolk, with police investigating the incident. 3 WTKR
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk city council voted to upgrade the cruise terminal, boosting Carnival Cruise operations and anticipating $19 million in annual economic activity. 3 WTKR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hunt Military Communities is negotiating to build 8,000 new barracks units at Naval Station Norfolk, aiming to improve sailors' living conditions through privatization and better quality housing. WHRO
- ➤ The Norfolk City Council approved an ordinance allowing police to seize ATVs and dirt bikes used illegally on city streets in a 7-1 vote. 3 WTKR
- ➤ A bill aimed at expanding flood risk disclosure requirements for home sellers in Virginia was tabled after lacking support from the state's real estate agents, continuing the debate on informing buyers in a 'buyer beware' market. WHRO
- ➤ Norfolk City Council has voted to seize and impound illegal ATVs and off-road motorcycles to improve public safety on city streets. WAVY
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Matthew O'Donnell Performance
Matthew O'Donnell, a versatile entertainer and musician, will perform a blend of Celtic folk, American roots, and popular music at Grace O'Malley's Irish Pub.
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Reelin' in the Year – 2025 Kickoff Featuring Yacht Soul Music
This event at The Annex celebrates the music of the 70s and 80s with Yacht Soul tunes and is accessible to all ages.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
This Driver Improvement Course provides training for residents of Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake, with completion certificates issued on the same day.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
This one-day Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk offers participants a Certificate of Completion in a convenient downtown location, with free parking and same-day DMV notification for required attendance.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
The Driver Improvement Course offers instruction for drivers in the Norfolk area and provides a Certificate of Completion on the same day.
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Driver Improvement Class in Norfolk, VA
A Driver Improvement Course designed for residents of Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake, held at Wyndham Garden Inn.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
The Driver Improvement Course provides essential training for drivers in the Norfolk area, with completion certificates issued on the same day.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
The Driver Improvement Course offers DMV-required education for residents in the Norfolk and surrounding areas, with completion certificates issued on the same day.
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Kendall Street Company: Lovers Tour at The Bunker
Kendall Street Company, known for their eclectic mix of psychedelic, alternative, and jam music, will perform live at The Bunker as part of their Lovers Tour throughout February.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
This course is designed for residents of Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake to improve their driving skills and obtain a certificate upon completion.
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