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in Norfolk
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cardinal Skate Shop in the Neon District will close on April 25 because construction delays on Granby Street have reduced customer traffic + the owner, who is three months behind in rent, will host a goodbye party to help sell remaining gear. 3 WTKR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Host Raymond Jones invites listeners to tune in to WHRO-FM at 9:00 p.m. Wednesday for a live recording of Lucia di Lammermoor from the Kimball Theatre by Opera in Williamsburg, while WHRO-TV will broadcast the performance on Friday at 9 p.m. WHRO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia will reenter the RGGI program this summer, which could add a monthly $2 charge to ratepayers; Dominion Energy plans to petition the commission in June as state agencies finalize rules by May (to fund environmental programs). WHRO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Howard freshman Aniyah Whipper was named MEAC Softball Player of the Week while teammate Amirah Lenon earned Rookie of the Week and Delaware State’s Kristin White was honored as Pitcher of the Week during a series in Norfolk (where Howard swept N.C. Central). Hampton Roads Messenger
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Dexta Daps Concert
8-11 p.m. — The NorVa — Tickets from $133 — Experience a vibrant night of live music with Dexta Daps in Norfolk.
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Don't Struggle In Silence 5k
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Benchtop Brewing Company — Registration required — Participate in a meaningful 5K event to raise awareness and support community health.
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Mountain Grass Unit Live Performance
6:00 – 8:30 PM — The Annex — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of bluegrass music with the talented Mountain Grass Unit.
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Kishi Bashi Concert
4-11 p.m. — The Annex — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical talent of Emmy-nominated multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi in a vibrant local venue.
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Virginia Arts Festival - Norfolk
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Tickets required — Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a spectacular blend of history and entertainment.
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Jay Webb Bury Me With Bourbon Tour
7-11 p.m. — The Annex — All ages — Experience gritty storytelling and genre-blurring beats with country artist Jay Webb as he brings his unique sound to Norfolk.
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Swamp Dogg Live in Norfolk
8-11 p.m. — The Annex — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Swamp Dogg in an intimate setting with a blend of funk and R&B.
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Hippie Sabotage: Give and Take Tour
7:30-8:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Dance to the electronic beats of brothers Kevin and Jeff Saurer as they light up the stage.
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Dorrance Dance Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience the electrifying fusion of tap dance and hip-hop rhythms performed by the award-winning Dorrance Dance company.
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Shen Yun Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Ticketed event — Experience a magnificent journey through ancient Chinese culture and spirituality with stunning performances.
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