Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of July.
Good morning, Norfolk.
A new Target store is under construction in Wards Corner and is expected to open this fall at the former Kroger site on East Little Creek Road — a 129,000 sqft development now taking shape — city officials said.
Former ODU professor Dr. Kent Carpenter was killed during a robbery Sunday night in the Philippines - his former student Laurie Camp recalled his gentle teaching and passion for marine biology.
Downtown Norfolk Restaurant Week launches with 15 restaurants offering price-fixed multi-course dinners for $35 or $45 and lunch/brunch for $20 from July 20 to 26 to highlight local culinary talent and welcome both regular and first-time diners (check tables soon, since reservations are recommended).
Portsmouth will fast-track redevelopment plans for the Crawford Bay site — intended to add multifamily housing, shops, restaurants and public spaces with views of Norfolk's skyline.
Developers will submit proposals by Aug. 31 and a new developer will be chosen by year-end.
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.
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