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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dontayous Tonard Cameron, 44, was arrested Monday by Portsmouth police in connection with the death of 51-year-old Bennie Anthony Artis Jr.—Artis was found near High Street and Cumberland Avenue with gunshot wounds on Sunday and paramedics pronounced him dead as detectives continued their investigation. The Virginian-Pilot
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A series of live shows will take place next week in Hampton Roads — comedian Martin Lawrence will headline his tour in Norfolk at Chartway Arena on Friday at 8 p.m. while Jay Pharoah will perform in Portsmouth on Saturday at 8 p.m. Additional theater performances, including A Soldier’s Play at The American Theatre, Ordinary Days at Generic Theater, 45 Seconds to Broadway at Little Theatre of Virginia Beach, and Harvey at Williamsburg Players, will run on various dates through Sunday. Daily Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new set of eco-adventures for Earth Month offers families fun activities like nature walks, crafts, and printable science guides while PBS Kids films will premiere later this month—these resources help PreK-5th graders explore the natural world. WHRO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk City Manager Patrick Roberts presented his proposed $2 billion budget on Tuesday, showing that while tax rates stay the same, rising property values have raised real estate bills and will change downtown parking by offering free first-hour garage parking alongside a 30 cent increase on meter rates. He said his plan repurposes the Inclusive Development Opportunity Reserve (an existing fund) to make $2 million immediately available for housing projects without creating a new fund. WHRO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Beginning in 2026, Virginia will offer more affordable breast cancer testing when Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed House Bill 1828+Senate Bill 1436 on March 24 that ban extra fees for tests like mammograms and ultrasounds. WAVY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Heralded Tides prospects Samuel Basallo and Coby Mayo are expected to play Friday when the team opens its season at home in Norfolk — the Orioles announced the roster ahead of the 6:35 p.m. game against Durham — with new manager Tim Federowicz debuting. The Virginian-Pilot
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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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Driving Improvement Class
9 AM – 5 PM — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order only — Complete your driver improvement course and receive your certificate the same day.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 AM - 5 PM — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order only — Complete your driving improvement course and receive your certificate the same day.
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Alexandra Kay Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticketed event — Experience the captivating vocals of Alexandra Kay, echoing the sounds of country legends.
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Intermediate Adult Tennis Class
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. — Huntington Park Tennis Center — Cost info unavailable — Hone your tennis game with strategic play and refine your skills in this intermediate class.
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Spirit Gun Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Taphouse Grill — $10 at the door — Steelboy wraps up their tour with Spirit Gun and The Dunkirk Riots for a night of rock fun.
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