Good morning, Norfolk.

Norfolk police responded to a barricade call on Ardmore Road on May 22nd at 11:15 a.m.—officers found a man in a mental health crisis and took him into custody before transporting him to a medical facility, and no injuries were reported.

Norfolk Botanical Garden was voted the best Butterfly House in the United States by USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.

The Butterfly House began as a temporary exhibit in 2009 and now welcomes over 45,000 visitors each year while open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

On May 5, the Elizabeth River Project lost $75,000 from NOAA’s Chesapeake Bay-Watershed Education and Training program, which helped fund conservation field trips for Portsmouth 6th graders — the group said it will work with schools and universities and seek community support to keep its programs running.

NOAA said that between June 1 and November 30, 13 to 19 named tropical storms will form—6 to 10 will become hurricanes and 3 to 5 will turn into major storms.

Officials warned inland communities to prepare for severe weather after Hurricane Helene caused heavy flooding last year.

On Saturday, May 31, WHRO and Elizabeth River Project will host World Otter Day at Ryan Resilience Lab in Norfolk with guided tours at 10:15 a.m., story time at 10:30 a.m., an otter spotter presentation at 11 a.m., kids crafts, EcoDistrict info and River Star Home sign-ups.

The event celebrates local river otters and the river's recovery—offering all ages a chance to learn how urban wildlife thrives.

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.

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.

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 of Completion on the same day.

Lehigh Valley Ironpigs vs Norfolk Tides

12:05-1:35 p.m. — Harbor Park Stadium — Tickets available — Enjoy a thrilling afternoon of minor league baseball in a family-friendly environment.

2nd Annual VB Street Art Festival

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — ViBe Creative District — Free entry — Experience live painting from 15 artists and create your own mural at this vibrant art festival.

Live Music at The Annex: Spirit Gun, Ward's Pocket, The Soularites, and Oceans

5:45-8:45 p.m. — The Annex — $10 — Enjoy a night of local talent featuring four exciting bands.

Zandi Holup Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — Tickets available — Witness the musical prowess of acclaimed singer-songwriter Steve Earle with support from Zandi Holup.

Mayday Parade Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Check ticket prices for entry — Experience the heartfelt songs of Mayday Parade as they connect with their audience through emotional performances.

Understanding Appraisals vs. Valuations

3:00 – 3:30 PM — Blue Box Auction Gallery — Free consultation — Discover the key differences between appraisals and valuations to make informed decisions for your treasured items.

Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds Symposium

8 AM – 6 PM — Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel — RACE-approved CE available — Dive into veterinary anesthesia with a side of maritime culture in Norfolk.