Friday, February 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ As part of the HRBT Expansion project, the Willoughby exit 272 on I-64 east in Norfolk was relocated and the 13th View on-ramp closed, with detours expected until summer of 2025. WAVY
- ➤ Norview Community Center is hosting a Senior Brunch & Bingo event on March 5, featuring food, games, and entertainment. City of Norfolk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The commanding officer of the USS Harry S. Truman was relieved of command after a collision with a merchant vessel in the Mediterranean, with no injuries reported and the ship's operations continuing unaffected. 3 WTKR
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Only two days remain to take advantage of some of Amazon’s best Prime Day deals. The sale makes upgrading every room of the house simple: We recommend these under sink organizing shelves for your bathroom, Roku’s 40-Inch smart TV for your living room, and the Keurig Hot and Iced Coffee Maker for your kitchen. The Buy
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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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Creative Art Series: Mardi Gras Mask Making
Participants will engage in crafting Mardi Gras masks using various materials, including feathers and personal accessories.
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