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in Norfolk
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Businesses have recently opened, moved or closed in Hampton Roads as new ventures like Fresh Start Day Support in Suffolk are set to open on April 4th and The Picklr in Williamsburg will open on April 5th. Several locations in Newport News, Virginia Beach and Norfolk have closed and more changes are planned for the spring. The Virginian-Pilot
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police launched a homicide investigation after officers found 29-year-old Daniel A. Burnett fatally shot at a 7-Eleven on West Little Creek Road near Colonial Avenue Monday night at about 11:40 p.m. and detectives have not released a motive. Daily Press
- ➤ Norfolk police said they began investigating a concerning social media post about Norview High School around 10:30 p.m. Monday—School Board member Jason Inge confirmed an increased presence of public safety personnel is on-site to keep students and staff safe. 13 News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ April is Stress Awareness Month and Kurt Williams met with Tommy Batemen, a Sentara mental health specialist, to explain the dangers of keeping stress inside. They discussed how stress can affect the body and ways to manage it. 3 WTKR
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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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Easter Egg Hunt in the Trees
3-7 p.m. — The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium — Ticket prices vary — Explore the treetops while hunting for Easter eggs in a vibrant setting.
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Bunny's Breakfast Bash
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — Pricing varies — Enjoy a family-friendly morning with breakfast and Easter egg fun.
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Driver Improvement Class in Norfolk, VA
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order only — Complete the driver improvement course and receive your certificate the same day.
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April is Poetry Month Celebration at The Muse
10 AM – 10 PM — The Muse Writers Center — Free entry — Embrace creativity and explore the beauty of poetry in a welcoming environment.
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