Today
in Norfolk
Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk Human Services' Community Engagement Street Team is back on the road in May — residents can get benefits applications, support, and resources at designated stops. City of Norfolk
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Norfolk man who stole $27,000 from a local nonprofit was sentenced to nine months in jail on May 2 and received an additional five years and four months suspended if he maintains three years of good behavior — the judge said he breached trust and damaged the organization. WAVY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fiddler Brittany Haas, who joined the Punch Brothers two years ago, will perform today at 7:30 p.m. in Virginia Beach during the Virginia Arts Festival as part of the band's latest tour. WHRO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Boyd Gaming pledged $1 million to Norfolk State University today to support its Tourism and Hospitality Management program in the School of Business—becoming the title sponsor of the department. The donation is part of a larger plan to build job opportunities as the company works with the Pamunkey Tribe on its upcoming Norfolk casino resort, which will open a transitional gaming facility in late 2025 with a permanent site to follow in late 2027. Hampton Roads Messenger
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NOAA's Gulfstream IV jet collects crucial hurricane data using GPS dropsondes and Tail Doppler Radar — its instruments give experts real-time details on tropical systems as hurricane season nears. Piloted by NOAA Corps officers, the twin-engine plane can fly up to 45,000 feet and nearly 4,000 nautical miles to support improved forecast models. 13 News Now
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Driver Improvement Class
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 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 — Complete your driver improvement course and receive certification on the same day.
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Aaron Goldberg Jazz Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of exceptional jazz with renowned pianist Aaron Goldberg and his band.
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Maria Bamford Stand-Up Comedy
7:30-9 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of laughs with the unique and talented Maria Bamford.
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Norfolk Anime-Fest
12 AM – 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Norfolk Airport — Check website for details — A collector’s dream filled with anime, manga, and pop culture goodies.
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The Wood Brothers Live
3:30-10:30 PM — Virginia Arts Festival — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening with The Wood Brothers at the vibrant Virginia Arts Festival in Norfolk.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 AM – 5 PM — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order — Take part in a comprehensive driver improvement class with immediate certification upon completion.
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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 ordered requirements and receive same-day certification.
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Riley Green Concert
7:01-10:31 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live country music with Riley Green at the Scope Arena.
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Annual Memorial Day Parade
10 a.m. — Portsmouth Welcome Center — Free entry — Celebrate Portsmouth’s rich military history at one of the country’s longest-running Memorial Day parades featuring floats and marching bands.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.
~ Pablo Picasso
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