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in Norfolk
Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WHRO Public Media hired three new reporters on Tuesday, May 19, raising its team to 18 journalists. The additions include an education reporter and a general assignment reporter returning home, strengthening local coverage + investigative reporting. WHRO
- ➤ Virginia Beach Lifesaving Service is preparing for Memorial Day weekend along the oceanfront. The service will station 50 lifeguards from Croatan to the Resort Area & North End to assist swimmers as lifeguard stands have been moved closer to the boardwalk because of a narrower beach. 3 WTKR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 22nd annual Patriotic Festival runs Friday through Sunday featuring top country acts Zach Top, Brooks & Dunn, and Red Clay Strays at Scope and the plaza. The event honors the military daily from 3 to 9 p.m., with samplings, giveaways, and a dog demo. WHRO
- ➤ This Saturday, Puccini’s Turandot airs live from the Met at 1 p.m. on WHRO-FM 90.3. The show stars Anna Pirozzi and Brian Jagde with historic leadership by conductor (Oksana Lyniv), the first Ukrainian to lead a production at the Met. WHRO
- ➤ Today at 9:00 p.m., join Raymond Jones on WHRO-FM for A Local Touch – Music with a Virginia Connection, where Maestro Jorge Parodi will discuss Williamsburg’s upcoming production of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro. The program will also feature live music from local artists. WHRO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed a new law yesterday at Highland Springs High School to join the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact — a plan to ease licensing barriers for out-of-state teachers — as local schools work to fill nearly 800 vacancies. WHRO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NOAA scientists are tracking red drum and striped bass with underwater microphones to study how warmer waters and extreme weather affect fish behavior in the Chesapeake Bay. The three-year research, which began last year, will resume in six months with another equipment run. WHRO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, two nurses are using costumes and coffee to teach staff and visitors how to recognize stroke signs using the BE FAST (balance, eyes, face, arms, speech, time) method. Their interactive approach boosts stroke awareness within the hospital and community. 3 WTKR
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Beenie Man Live in Concert
9:30-11 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket info available — Experience the iconic sounds of reggae star Beenie Man in an unforgettable night of music.
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Norfolk Anime-Fest 2026
10 AM – 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Norfolk Airport — $20 — Explore a vibrant celebration of anime culture and collectibles in Norfolk.
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Michael Mayo Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Perry Pavilion — Tickets available — Experience an enchanting evening of jazz with the captivating neo-soul sound of Michael Mayo.
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Palmyra The Band
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Perry Pavilion — Cost not provided — Experience the critically acclaimed roots/folk sounds of Palmyra, a band that captivates with harmony and emotional depth.
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Virginia Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rich sounds of Copland and Bernstein performed by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Eric Jacobsen.
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Anberlin Concert
7-8 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the alt-rock legends Anberlin live in Norfolk.
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New York Voices Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Check event page for ticket info — Experience the Grammy Award winning ensemble known for their excellence in jazz harmonies.
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Rick Ross Concert
8 p.m. — The NorVa — Tickets from unspecified price — Experience a night of hip-hop with Rick Ross in Norfolk.
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VCW Pro Wrestling Live Event
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Norfolk Masonic Temple — Tickets available — Experience the intense action on the road to the Liberty Lottery in this exciting wrestling showdown.
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Modest Mouse Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Dome by Rutter Mills — $116-$268 — Experience an evening with the iconic sounds of Modest Mouse in Virginia Beach.
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