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Thursday, February 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of February.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A two-alarm fire prompted Norfolk Fire-Rescue response at a popular Ghent restaurant area, with significant smoke emission reported.  Daily Press

CULTURE NEWS

  • 'Fat Ham,' a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' featuring a Black, gay protagonist, draws lauds for its humor and fresh perspective in a Virginia Stage Company production.  The Virginian-Pilot
  • The Norfolk Botanical Gardens, Virginia's largest, was nominated for Newsweek's best botanical garden in the US, a tribute to its rich history and broad visitor base.  3 WTKR

SPORTS NEWS

  • Phoebus High School athletes Smith, Tillery, and Thompson commit to Norfolk State, influenced by coach Michael Vick's leadership.  The Virginian-Pilot

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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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.

    Sun, 2/9/25

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

    This Driver Improvement Course offers attendees a chance to enhance their driving skills and receive a Certificate of Completion on the same day.

    Mon, 2/10/25

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

    The Driver Improvement Course is designed for residents of Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake, and is held at the Wyndham Garden Inn located downtown.

    Wed, 2/12/25

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

    The Driver Improvement Course offers traffic education for residents in the Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake areas, providing a Certificate of Completion upon attendance.

    Thu, 2/13/25

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  • The Legwarmers Concert in Norfolk

    The Legwarmers bring an energetic performance that celebrates the music and culture of the 1980s.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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  • Smooth Jazz Concert Featuring Paula Atherton

    Celebrate Valentine's Weekend with a smooth jazz concert presented by Blue Pyramid Productions at the historic Attucks Theatre in Norfolk.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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  • An Evening with Angela Hucles Mangano

    Angela Hucles Mangano, a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and former professional soccer player, discusses her career and humanitarian efforts.

    Tue, 2/18/25

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

    This is a Driver Improvement Course taking place at the Wyndham Garden Inn designed for residents in the Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake areas, offering a Certificate of Completion on the same day.

    Wed, 2/19/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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