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in Norfolk
Friday, July 11th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk International Airport recorded a record 11,522 passengers boarding flights on Sunday, July 6 as most travelers returned after Fourth of July getaways in Hampton Roads. President and CEO Mark Perryman said the boost—up from under 10,000 last year—is driving plans for terminal expansion, a new rental car facility, federal inspection services, a hotel and a new hangar for private aircraft. WAVY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Virginia State Police said that at 11:57 p.m. on I-64 eastbound near Indian River Road, driver Anthony Jones—55—entered a coned-off work zone and struck construction worker Steven Hagee, 44, who was cutting concrete, leaving him with serious injuries while Jones faces multiple charges including DUI and reckless driving. 3 WTKR
- ➤ A Newport News man pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and firearm use charges in connection with the January 2023 killing of 18-year-old Aonesty Selby on a hiking trail in Isle of Wight County—Selby's family will testify at his sentencing on November 24. 13 News Now
- ➤ A man and a woman pleaded guilty to breaking into Norfolk self-storage units on 35th St. on Oct. 26 — they used a bolt cutter to steal items including a World War II-era service rifle — with the man sentenced in May and the woman set for sentencing later this month. WAVY
- ➤ A U.S. Navy memo revealed that on May 29 a second sailor was reported missing from Naval Station Norfolk at the same time Seaman Angelina Resendiz was last seen in her barracks—both cases are now under investigation. 3 WTKR
- ➤ A Chesapeake man was arrested in Virginia Beach after he drove his 2016 Honda into a coned-off work zone on I-64 late Wednesday night, striking a construction worker and causing serious injuries—he now faces charges including DUI and reckless driving. 13 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Army said it will combine the Training and Doctrine Command at Fort Eustis with Army Futures Command into a new unit, with an execution order expected in August to provide details. The merger will begin in October and end in 2026—Virginia Sen. Warner has expressed concerns over its impact on the local force. 3 WTKR
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Norfolk Taco Festival - 7th Annual
2 PM – 8 PM — Waterside District — General tickets for $9.99 — Savor over 90 styles of tacos while enjoying live bands, wrestling, and family fun at Virginia's biggest taco festival.
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Ill Niño Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of Ill Niño's blend of Latin metal in a vibrant setting.
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NCOA Annual National Conference
All day — Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel — Free — Engage with veteran support resources and enjoy networking opportunities.
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49 Winchester Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket details available soon — Enjoy an evening with 49 Winchester in a vibrant Norfolk venue.
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EPMD Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of EPMD live in Portsmouth.
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Norfolk Latino Music Festival
2-11 p.m. — Town Point Park — Free entry — Celebrate Latin culture with music, dance, and local food at this vibrant festival.
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Arabian Nights Prince & Princess Brunch with Karaoke
1-4 p.m. — Granby St. Glow Juice Bar and More — $18 General Admission, $25 VIP — Enjoy an Arabian Nights-style brunch while singing karaoke and meeting special characters.
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Father’s Day Brunch Buffet
12-6 p.m. — Cutlass Grille — Feast on a delicious brunch spread fit for a king this Father's Day.
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Firefighters vs. Party Animals
7 p.m. — Harbor Park Stadium — Tickets start at $203 — Enjoy an unforgettable baseball matchup between your local heroes and party-loving competitors.
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An Evening with Artist Walker Babington
6-9 p.m. — Hermitage Museum & Gardens — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an intimate evening with artist Walker Babington across the beautiful museum grounds.
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