Good morning, Norfolk.

WHRO-FM will air 'This Just In' every Saturday at 8:00 p.m. as host Raymond Jones presents fresh recordings of pieces like Stravinsky's 'The Song of the Nightingale' and Rimsky-Korsakov's 'Scheherazade' while featuring works that blend classical and international influences.

Tune in today at 9:00 p.m. on WHRO-FM as Raymond Jones hosts 'A Local Touch' in tribute to Dr. William Allen Shaffer.

The program features choral pieces by the Cantata Chorus of Norfolk and Christ and St. Luke’s Choir (including selections by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra) to honor his legacy.

Old Dominion University will begin construction on a $250 million Engineering and Arts facility that will house research labs, maker spaces, robotics labs, and design studios—its centennial building is set for completion in 2030 after state funding was approved by Gov. Spanberger.

TFC Recycling (in Chesapeake) is concerned as local governments shift to a one-bin system today that combines all waste and uses a Portsmouth facility with AI to extract recyclables, a move that could affect the quality of materials for resale.

The USS Nimitz, carrying about 3,000 sailors, is returning to Naval Station Norfolk after a four-month deployment that featured America 250 events and operations with U.S. Southern Command — an official arrival date is pending.

Yesterday, the Navy identified Cmdr.

Gabriel Edwards as the missing sailor from a Norfolk-based MH-60S Sea Hawk that made an emergency water landing in the Arabian Sea on July 1. The search was suspended after over 102 hours and he has been posthumously promoted.

Norfolk will accept demolition proposals for the former Military Circle Mall by 4 p.m. Monday, July 13 — the 15-month teardown is set to begin this fall as the city prepares redevelopment studies.

Virginia will introduce a $150 million Health Insurance Affordability Fund in 2027 to help up to 200,000 people pay less for their marketplace plans.

Qualifying consumers with incomes between $22K and $40K could save up to 70% on premiums — savings appear when applying during open enrollment from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31.

Norfolk deputy city manager announced that demolition of the closed MacArthur Center will start late next year.

The city will soon choose an auctioneer to sell items like fake plants and marble fixtures, with auctions possible in late fall + early winter.

Historic Theaters: A Downtown Norfolk Walking Tour

5-6 p.m. — Selden Market — Free entry — Explore the architectural gems and captivating stories of downtown Norfolk's historic theaters.

Norfolk Eats Street Food Festival

2-8 p.m. — Maker's Craft Brewery — Free entry — Celebrate local flavors with delicious food from an array of food trucks and vendors.

Buju Banton & Stephen Marley: Roots and Rhymes Tour

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Portsmouth Pavilion — Cost Unknown — Experience the powerful sounds of reggae's finest talents live on stage.

Symphony By The Sea

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Neptune's Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly evening of symphonic music under the stars from the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.

Damn Skippy by Little Stranger

7:00 – 9:30 PM — The NorVa — Cost info not provided — Experience the quirky indie hip-hop sounds of Little Stranger from Philly.

Elmiene Concert

8-9 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of Elmiene live in concert.

Virginia Symphony Orchestra Concert in the Park

6-10 p.m. — Town Point Park — Free entry — Experience an enchanting evening of live music under the stars with gourmet foods and drinks available.

Granby Reunion Cookout 2K26

12-6 p.m. — Northside Park — Free entry — Celebrate with friends and enjoy a day filled with great food and good vibes.

Leverage Realty Ballpark Bash

1:05-3:30 p.m. — Norfolk Tides Baseball Club at Harbor Park Stadium — Free admission — Enjoy baseball and a variety of food during a family-friendly appreciation event.