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in Norfolk
Thursday, February 20th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash inside the northbound tube of the Monitor Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel at 6:46 a.m. has led to the closure of all lanes, with traffic being rerouted. 13 News Now
- ➤ Amtrak cancels several train routes south of Washington, including services to Norfolk and Newport News, due to impending winter weather. WAVY
- ➤ Virginia State Police are investigating a three-vehicle crash in the Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel, causing northbound lane closures and traffic diversions. Daily Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A significant winter storm targets Virginia, particularly Hampton Roads, with forecasts predicting up to a foot of snow, leading to flight cancellations and the opening of warming centers. Daily Press
- ➤ A significant winter storm targets Hampton Roads, Virginia, with meteorologists forecasting up to a foot of snow, leading to numerous warming centers opening and flight cancellations. The Virginian-Pilot
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk, VA announces closure of all city government offices, recreation centers, libraries, and other services through Feb. 20 due to inclement weather, with waste collection rescheduled and residents urged to stay off roads to enable plowing operations. City of Norfolk
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Leila International Cuisine in Norfolk serves a diverse array of global dishes, including specialties like khinkali and pierogi, and features monthly cuisine from different countries. The Virginian-Pilot
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A winter storm forecast has led to the rescheduling of numerous college and high school athletic events in Hampton Roads, including basketball and baseball games. The Virginian-Pilot
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Rhythm Live! - A Cultural Musical Experience
This family-friendly performance showcases the vibrant musical history of Trinidad, blending Caribbean and West African music with dynamic choreography for an educational experience.
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Free Digital Art Portfolio Workshops for High School Students
The d'Art Center will host three free digital art portfolio workshops for high school juniors and seniors in March, April, and May 2025.
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Winter Lecture Series: Importance of Native Plants
The Newport News Master Gardeners will discuss the significance of native plants in the environment during this educational lecture.
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