Today
in Norfolk
Monday, June 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday night, lightning struck a house on the 4900 block of Woolsey Street in Norfolk, displacing 2 adults and 3 children—fire crews quickly extinguished a small fire with no injuries reported. WAVY
- ➤ A duplex fire in Norfolk on Sunday afternoon displaced one adult when Norfolk Fire-Rescue extinguished a light fire at the 1400 block of Saint Julian Avenue around 1:15 p.m.—fire marshals investigated the cause while the American Red Cross was requested for assistance. WAVY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Delta flight 1622, an Airbus A321 carrying 191 passengers from JFK to Orlando, landed safely at Norfolk International Airport on Sunday afternoon after diverting due to a possible maintenance issue — the airline said the plane was inspected and will resume its flight around 8 p.m. WAVY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Chesapeake Police issued a critically missing adult alert for 68-year-old Dorethea Cowell who was last seen at 11:15 p.m. Saturday on Robert Hall Boulevard and believed to be walking on South Military Highway amid concerns for her safety. WAVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In May 2024, the Norfolk Real Time Crime Center celebrated its first year after becoming fully operational, marking a milestone in the city’s use of new technology to support law enforcement. The center identifies crime patterns and coordinates resources while operating daily (7 a.m. to 3 p.m.) with a dedicated team of officers and analysts. WAVY
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Gwinnett Stripers at Norfolk Tides
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Harbor Park — $10 per ticket — Catch the Tides in action at Harbor Park for an exciting night of baseball.
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AL Bingo Event
10:30 a.m. — Denbigh Community Center — Pre-registration required — Enjoy a fun game of Bingo that sharpens cognitive skills while mingling with the Active Lifestyles Crew.
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Free Pickleball Open Play
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Huntington Park Tennis Center — Free entry — Enjoy a fun evening of free pickleball games at a community venue.
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Norfolk Tides Baseball Game
6:35 – 8:05 PM — Harbor Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting minor league baseball game as the Tides take on the Gwinnett Stripers.
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757COLOR CODED Community Service: Trash Pickup
10 AM – 12 PM — Hank's Filling Station — Free entry — Contribute to Norfolk's beauty by helping with a trash pickup event.
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Kelsey Waldon Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Annex — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sound of Kelsey Waldon, a distinctive voice in modern music.
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Hannah Jai Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — MoMac Brewing Company — Check website for details — Experience the soulful sounds of musician Hannah Jai at a local brewery.
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Norfolk: Independence Day Dinner Cruise with Fireworks
7:30-10 p.m. — American Rover Sailing Cruises — Ticket required — Celebrate the 4th of July with stunning views of fireworks aboard the Victory Rover.
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Date Night Comedy Show
Hilarious date night show — 7:30 p.m. — Push Comedy Theater — Tickets available — Experience unforgettable love stories recreated with laughs.
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Watercolor Art Chat & Demo
4-6 p.m. — D'Art Center — Free entry — Experience an artistic demonstration and engaging discussion with watercolor expert Catherine Hillis.
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