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in Norfolk
Saturday, March 29th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, the Norfolk Fitness and Wellness Center closed in preparation for demolition for a new facility—about 50 members celebrated with a pickleball party from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. WAVY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Andrew Lawler's book A Perfect Frenzy uses primary sources to argue that the Patriots burned Norfolk in early 1776—he also says British emancipation efforts stirred the Revolution. The Norfolk native will hold an author talk at the Norfolk Historical Society on June 11 at 7 p.m. and at the Library of Virginia on June 12 at 6 p.m. The Virginian-Pilot
- ➤ Winners of the MOMIX: ALICE flash raffle have been announced and each will get two tickets to see the performance at Chrysler Hall + winners will be contacted with further details soon. City of Norfolk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk officials asked Tides fans to use free public transit to reach games this season as casino construction reduced parking at Harbor Park—options include two hours free on the Tide light rail, park-and-ride lots, and a new Elizabeth River Ferry service beginning one hour before games. The Virginian-Pilot
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk State head basketball coach Robert Jones signed his contract extension through the 2031—32 season on Friday afternoon. He built a 236—159 record in 12 seasons while winning five MEAC regular-season titles and four tournament crowns with the Spartans. Daily Press
- ➤ On Friday, Opening Day for the Norfolk Tides, general manager Joe Gregory said fans paid $16 for general admission while seniors got tickets for $14 and kids under two were free if they did not have their own seat — these prices kept the night cost-effective. He added that food prices rose by 50 cents to $1, with items like hot dogs, sodas, and popcorn costing about $6, and that the park used a cashless system for safety and to reduce errors — fans with cash could convert it to a gift card at the front office. 3 WTKR
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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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JoJo Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the chart-topping magic of JoJo live in Norfolk.
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April is Poetry Month Celebration
10 AM – 10 PM — The Muse Writers Center — Free entry — Explore the beauty of poetry and celebrate creativity this April.
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