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in Norfolk
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After a year-long renovation, East Beach Square has signed leases for Lolly's Creamery, The Bakehouse at Chelsea, Frank and Patty's and The Back Nine golf simulator. The businesses will open this spring and summer and include community space with plans to attract a grocery tenant. 3 WTKR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tune in today at 9:00 p.m. on WHRO-FM for 'A Local Touch — Music with a Virginia Connection' hosted by Raymond Jones. The program features live recordings by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and historic Black History Month performances from Virginia composers including Justin Holland and Ed Bland. WHRO
- ➤ WHRO-FM airs 'This Just In' each Saturday at 8:00 p.m. with three hours of classical releases featuring remastered recordings and rediscovered works from major labels. Listeners can tune in on 90.3 FM or online (a treat for music fans). WHRO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Authorities are working to clean up a spill of about 7,000 gallons of jet fuel into the James River from Newport News Shipbuilding while transferring fuel for the future JFK aircraft carrier, with residents reporting odors and an oily sheen but tests showing drinking water remains safe. WHRO
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Norfolk Admirals vs. Fort Wayne Komets
7:05-9:05 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting face-off between the Admirals and Komets with an interactive video experience.
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Fort Wayne Komets vs. Norfolk Admirals
7:05-9:05 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Check the local listings for pricing — Don’t miss an interactive hockey showdown featuring the Fort Wayne Komets and Norfolk Admirals.
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Chicago - The Musical
1-3 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Get ready for a dazzling performance filled with Broadway's iconic music and captivating choreography.
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Cash Cobain Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticketed event — Catch the rising star Cash Cobain as he showcases his talent leading up to his new album release.
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Fleetwood Mac Tribute Concert
8:00–9:00 p.m. — The NorVa — Cost TBD — Experience electrifying renditions of Fleetwood Mac classics with Rumours ATL.
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ERNEST Live in Concert
8:00-9:00 p.m. — The NorVa — Tickets available — Experience Nashville's unpredictable hitmaker ERNEST as he takes the stage in Norfolk.
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Winter Jam '26
5 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Ticket information available — Experience a night of inspiring music with themes of thankfulness and growth from Hulvey.
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Barry Manilow Concert
7-9 p.m. — Chartway Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Barry Manilow performing live in Norfolk.
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Giselle Concert
7-9 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — Check out Giselle's captivating musical performance as featured on FX Networks.
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Howard Bison vs. Norfolk State Spartans Basketball
5:30-10 p.m. — Joseph G Echols Memorial Hall — $44/ticket — Catch an exciting basketball game featuring Howard Bison against Norfolk State Spartans.
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