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Friday, March 21st, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk Animal Care Center and Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center launched a SLAM DUNK Adoption Special offering puppies and adult dogs half-off at $35 and waiving fees for senior dogs from March 20 to April 2. The shelter is at capacity—adoption hours are 1:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. every day except Wednesdays and the address is 5585 Sabre Rd. City of Norfolk
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Naro movie theater in Norfolk is showing the Oscar-winning documentary "No Other Land" today at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 4:15 p.m. The film, which examines forced displacement in the West Bank between 2019 and 2023 and has sparked controversy, is being screened after many customer requests. The Virginian-Pilot
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Virginia school divisions are planning next fiscal year’s budgets while relying on the $2.4 billion federal funding they receive to support key programs. Officials warn that if staffing cuts at the Department of Education lead to reduced funds, local districts may need to find new money — a move that could burden less-resourced schools. WHRO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A coalition of scientists and conservation groups released the U.S. State of the Birds report on March 20th that showed Virginia birds declined in line with national trends, with coastal shorebirds suffering losses from rising sea levels and Eastern forest birds losing habitat from modern silvicultural practices. The report noted over three billion birds have been lost since 1970 and a 43% rebound in the American oystercatcher (achieved by managing predators on barrier islands) as a rare positive outcome. WHRO
- ➤ Norfolk residents can drop off household hazardous waste, e-waste and other items at Norfolk Recycles Day—a free drive-through event hosted at Azalea Baptist Church located at 3314 E. Little Creek Rd.—from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 5, and proof of residency may be required. City of Norfolk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Glenn Youngkin said today that the current management contract to keep Jefferson Lab open will be extended while the Department of Energy rebids for a new contract—ensuring the facility remains operational after the contract, which was set to expire in May, reaches its end. The Virginian-Pilot
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk State guard Diamond Johnson was named BoxToRow HBCU Player of the Year and earned first-team All-America honors as coach Larry Vickers was named Co-Coach of the Year and teammate Kierra Wheeler also made the All-America team. Johnson averaged 19 points per game and helped lead her team to a 30-4 record this season. The Virginian-Pilot
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Little Shop Of Horrors in Norfolk
7:30 PM | Virginia Stage Company | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy the quirky tale of a man-eating plant in this beloved musical.
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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus in Norfolk
The reimagined Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus presents a spectacular showcase of superhuman feats suitable for audiences of all ages.
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Art Series: Create Your Own Easter Wreath
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Courthouse Way Community Center | Pre-registration required | Craft your unique Easter wreath with provided grapevine and decorations.
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Troy Breslow Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Wharf Hill Brewing Company — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of Country music with acclaimed artist Troy Breslow.
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Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony
8 PM – 10 PM | Chrysler Hall | Ticket prices vary | Experience the grandeur of Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony conducted by Thomas Wilkins with a full orchestra.
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Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute
8:00-9:30 p.m. | The NorVa | Ticket prices vary | Experience electrifying renditions of Fleetwood Mac classics from this dynamic tribute band.
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Building Momentum 5k Run/Walk
1-3 p.m. — Griffin Hall, Hampton, VA — Registration fee required — Enjoy a vibrant run/walk weaving through the beautiful campus of Virginia Peninsula Community College.
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Driver Improvement Class
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown | $68 cash or money order | Complete your DMV ordered requirements and receive your Certificate of Completion on the same day.
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Xtreme Hip-Hop Step Class
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Western Branch Community Center — Check for class fees — Get fit and have fun with this energetic cardio step class designed for beginners.
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Tennis - Future Aces
Apr 1-22, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM — Huntington Park Tennis Center — Entry fee may apply — Develop your skills in a fun environment for novice tournament players.
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