Sunday, July 13th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Norfolk School Board meeting on Monday proposed tearing down Ghent School to build an $11 million football field for the new Maury High School while the board listened to PTA concerns about safe playground access—the current playgrounds and courts will remain until summer 2028. The board set phase 2 plan approval for winter, with construction beginning as early as summer 2026 and the new school opening by fall. WAVY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Spirit of Norfolk vessel now lies beneath the waves off Florida after a fire ended its service on the Elizabeth River nearly three years ago; it was moved from Colonna’s Shipyard after all passengers and crew were safe and was sold for $740,000 along with another vessel. Okaloosa County officials say the new reef gives marine life a home (and will attract divers and fishermen). 3 WTKR
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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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Keke Wyatt Live in Concert
4-10 p.m. — Mill Point Park — $35.00 — Experience the soulful R&B sounds of Keke Wyatt live at the beautiful park.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order only — Complete your DMV-ordered driver improvement course and receive your certificate the same day.
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