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Saturday, February 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • An ODU men's basketball game aims to raise funds to fulfill the wish of Isaiah Petteway, an 11-year-old with Sickle Cell Disease, through ticket sales and a partnership with charitable organizations.  WAVY

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A vehicle crash near the I-64 interchange in Norfolk on Friday morning has led to the closure of all eastbound lanes on I-564, causing traffic delays.  WAVY

CRIME NEWS

  • Cevan Orinoel Pierce Jr. was found guilty of several charges including first-degree murder in the death of 18-year-old Antonio Wilson, with co-defendants Brooks and Robinson also facing sentences for their involvement.  3 WTKR
  • A man was hospitalized with a non-life threatening gunshot wound found on Tidewater Drive, Norfolk, with the investigation ongoing.  3 WTKR

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Construction has started on the $750 million waterfront casino in Norfolk, set to complete in late 2027 with features including a large gaming floor, hotel, restaurants, and parking.  The Virginian-Pilot

SPORTS NEWS

  • Brian Moore Jr., a transfer from Murray State, has significantly enhanced Norfolk State's offense with his strong, creative play.  The Virginian-Pilot
  • Norfolk and Richmond in Virginia rank among the top 10 local markets for Super Bowl viewership, with the game achieving record peak viewership of 137.7 million.  WAVY

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Biz Café: Economic Opportunity Networking Event

    Biz Café is a networking event aimed at connecting business owners with resources and tools to strengthen their professional networks and community involvement.

    Thu, 2/20/25

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

    This Driver Improvement Course is designed for residents of the Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake area, providing necessary skills and certification in a convenient downtown location.

    Fri, 2/21/25

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  • TobyMac Hits Deep Tour 2025

    TobyMac, acclaimed Christian music artist, brings his energetic Hits Deep 2025 tour to Norfolk with support from notable artists including CROWDER and CAIN.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

    This is a comprehensive driver improvement course aimed at residents of Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake, offering immediate certification upon completion.

    Sun, 2/23/25

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

    This comprehensive Driver Improvement Course offers DMV-required training and certification for attendees from the Norfolk area.

    Mon, 2/24/25

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  • Alton Brown: Last Bite Culinary Variety Show

    Alton Brown's latest tour features a lively mix of cooking, comedy, music, and engaging science demonstrations.

    Tue, 2/25/25

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  • Cybersecurity Networking Happy Hour at The Casual Pint

    This event offers cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts an opportunity to network, share stories, and build connections in a casual atmosphere over drinks.

    Wed, 2/26/25

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  • Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival 2025

    The Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival features a wide array of quilt and textile exhibitions, workshops, and a merchants mall catering to fiber artists and home sewers.

    Thu, 2/27/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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