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in Norfolk
Thursday, April 24th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A jury convicted Bryston A. Davis of conspiring to commit second degree murder— after his co-defendant Leon M. Williams pleaded guilty for a 2023 shooting murder. City of Norfolk
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The MacArthur Memorial Center in Norfolk will host Holocaust survivor Dr. Roger Loria on May 8 at 7 p.m. to mark the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory in Europe, where he will share his survival story (doors open at 6:15 p.m.) (registration is required). WAVY
- ➤ Norfolk’s 2nd annual Cousinz Festival will be held at Norfolk Scope on Aug. 30, featuring headliners Jeezy, T-Pain, and Lil Kim with Jeezy set to perform tracks from his TM 101 album—local organizers have also scheduled a community panel and a presale event at The Waterside District on Friday. Locals can purchase tickets before general sales begin on May 1. 13 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk State University broke ground on its new $118M Science Building on April 18 in partnership with Work Program Architects, SmithGroup, and S.B. Ballard Construction—this 131,376-square-foot facility, replacing the Roy A. Woods Science Building, will house modern labs, classrooms, a planetarium, and more with completion scheduled for Fall 2027. Hampton Roads Messenger
- ➤ Old Dominion University will break ground on a new $184-million biological-sciences building on Monday, April 28, with state-of-the-art laboratories, a 120-seat lecture hall, classrooms, and core facilities—construction will start in May and the building is expected to open to students and faculty in spring 2028. WAVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a recent inspection, the city replaced the Tait Terrace crossing east of Ingleside Road yesterday—closing traffic for 2-3 hours—and will repair the East Little Creek Road crossing between Granby Street and Interstate 64 today from 9 a.m. to noon as required by federal rules. 13 News Now
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Driver Improvement Course
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order only — Complete your driver improvement course and receive your certificate on the same day.
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ODU Big Blue 5K
8-11 a.m. — Old Dominion University — Registration required — Experience a scenic 5K run across campus ending at S.B. Ballard Stadium with a post-race celebration.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 a.m. — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 Cash or Money Order — Enhance your driving skills and receive your certificate the same day.
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The Muse Writers Center Presents: A Diverse Garden of Creativity
10 a.m. — The Muse Writers Center — Free entry — Explore new creative paths and embrace diversity in artistic expression this spring.
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Spring Into Stories: New Season, New Fiction!
10:00 AM – 9:30 PM — The Muse Writers Center — 35% discount on workshops — Embrace your creativity this spring with inspiring fiction workshops.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order only — Complete your DMV mandated improvement course and receive your certificate the same day.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order only — Improve your driving skills and receive your Certificate of Completion on the same day.
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Step Up and Step Out 2025
8 AM – 12 PM — Norfolk Tides at Harbor Park Stadium — Fundraiser — Conquer the stadium stairs or enjoy a scenic 2-mile walk/run for a great cause.
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John Moreland Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Perry Pavilion — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience the soulful sounds of John Moreland at the Virginia Arts Festival.
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Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
7:30-9 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Led Zeppelin's legacy with an iconic tribute band at this highly-rated venue in Norfolk.
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