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Monday, April 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A multi-vehicle crash at the intersection of Granby Street and Kingsley Lane in Norfolk on Sunday evening left two people with life-threatening injuries as neighbors said one was taken away on a stretcher and responders arrived around 6:30 p.m. to investigate (scene photos showed one vehicle flipped in an apartment complex parking lot and another catching fire).  3 WTKR
  • A fire on the balcony of a three-story apartment building in Suffolk on Saturday evening triggered the sprinkler system to confine flames to the first floor and displaced a family of four—two adults and two children—who evacuated without injury although their apartment suffered smoke damage.  3 WTKR

CRIME NEWS

  • Norfolk Police are investigating a shooting on Greenplain Road early this morning where a man was shot at 1:15 a.m. and rushed to the hospital—he may not survive his injuries.  3 WTKR
  • Norfolk Police are investigating an overnight stabbing in which a man and two people who tried to help received non-life-threatening injuries when the man was taken to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital at 12:10 a.m.—officers say the incident happened at a home in the 1200 block of West 41st Street.  WAVY
  • Police were seen near the Virginia Zoo on Sunday afternoon as several vehicles including a forensics van were at the scene—officials did not release more details.  3 WTKR

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 4/10/25

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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.

    Fri, 4/11/25

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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.

    Sat, 4/12/25

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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.

    Sun, 4/13/25

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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.

    Mon, 4/14/25

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  • April is Poetry Month Celebration

    10 AM – 10 PM — The Muse Writers Center — Free entry — Celebrate the art of poetry with workshops and readings in Norfolk's creative hub.

    Tue, 4/15/25

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  • April is Poetry Month—Celebrate with the Muse!

    10 a.m. – 10 p.m. — The Muse Writers Center — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant world of poetry this April with engaging activities and readings.

    Wed, 4/16/25

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  • Spring Into Stories: New Season, New Fiction!

    10:00 AM – 9:30 PM — The Muse Writers Center — 35% discount available — Nurture your creativity with engaging fiction workshops this spring.

    Thu, 4/17/25

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  • April is Poetry Month—Celebrate with the Muse!

    10 a.m. — The Muse Writers Center — Free entry — Embrace creativity and celebrate poetry this spring with engaging activities and readings.

    Fri, 4/18/25

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  • Lindsey Webster Concert

    8:00-9:30 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of Lindsey Webster, whose musical journey began in the vibrant atmosphere of Woodstock.

    Sat, 4/19/25

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