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in Norfolk
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Afterglow Brewing in Norfolk welcomes spring as daily highs hit the 70s, drawing families to its patio for light wheat beers and crisp Kölsch; owner Josh Evans says the warmer weather boosts business (and community spirit). 3 WTKR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, experts unveiled high-resolution sonar scans of the USS Monitor at the Mariners’ Museum and Park using cutting-edge underwater technology. The project — a collaboration among NOAA, Northrop Grumman, and Stantec — will help researchers monitor the wreck and create interactive digital displays. 13 News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Health and Human Services Department announced that 53 medical schools will begin requiring 40 hours of nutrition education for future doctors this fall. The update follows a new food pyramid designed to boost healthier diets (after a survey showed students received only 1.2 hours of training annually). 3 WTKR
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Theater Improv Workshop for Kids
4-5 p.m. — Norfolk Public Library: Lafayette Branch — Free — Dive into the exciting world of improv and boost creativity with fun exercises led by Janae Thompson.
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Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Celebration
7-8 p.m. — Chartway Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate a century of laughter and jaw-dropping moves with the legendary Harlem Globetrotters.
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RnB Block Party
8-11 p.m. — SevenVenues — Free entry — Celebrate music and community at the vibrant RnB Block Party during MEAC’s Basketball Tournament Weekend.
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Jonathan Richman Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Norfolk Scope Arena — Discount tickets available for students and healthcare workers — Enjoy an evening of live music with Jonathan Richman and Tommy Larkins on drums.
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Full Moon Fever
7-11 p.m. — The Annex — Tickets available — Rock out to the best hits of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers at this lively party in Norfolk.
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Blake Aaron Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy smooth jazz guitar of Blake Aaron live in concert for the first time in the area.
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Nekrogoblikon Concert
3:30-5 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices not available — Enjoy a high-energy show from the whimsical metal band Nekrogoblikon.
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MXPX Concert
7-9 p.m. — The NorVa — $60/ea — Catch MXPX live at The NorVa and enjoy a night of punk rock energy.
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David Spade Live
8-11 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Tickets from $55 — Catch the comedic genius of David Spade in an entertaining night of laughs.
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Dog Man: The Musical
7-10 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — A hilarious and heartwarming adventure based on the bestselling series by Dav Pilkey.
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