Today in Norfolk Logo Today in Norfolk

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025

SHARE

Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A driver had a medical emergency that made him hit several cars and a residence on the 600 block of Mariners Way around 9:20 a.m. Tuesday and was taken to a hospital with non life-threatening injuries—police said the investigation is ongoing.  WAVY

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Wards Corner in Norfolk will soon welcome a new Target store at 201 E. Little Creek Road as the city prepares for its opening. The city said more details on the store’s location and timeline will be shared shortly—official updates are expected.  WAVY

FINANCE NEWS

  • Norfolk residents can join the next Powerball drawing today at 10:59 p.m. with an estimated jackpot of $1.3 billion—lottery director Khalid Jones said ticket holders should sign their tickets and consult financial advisors to secure their winnings.  WAVY

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Activists in Norfolk gathered on Labor Day at Town Point Park to demand stronger protections for working families and improved support for programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The group will begin a two-mile march downtown later today — an effort they say is crucial to stopping a billionaire takeover of politics.  13 News Now

SPORTS NEWS

  • Nine-year-old Chesapeake gymnast Heaven Rheubottom is a finalist for Youth Athlete of the Year and trains five days a week at Ocean Tumblers Gymnastics — where she is learning level 10 skills — and her win will earn her a Sports Illustrated ad as well as a $25,000 prize.  WAVY

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Brian Kelley Live

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Tickets Available — Catch Brian Kelley as he performs tracks from his new album Ed & Mary Margaret’s Son.

    Thu, 9/4/25

    View event
  • The Darkness Concert

    4:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Tickets starting at $51 — Grab last-minute tickets to enjoy a rocking live performance by The Darkness.

    Fri, 9/5/25

    View event
  • A Beautiful Noise Season Ticket Renewal

    2:00 – 3:30 PM — Chrysler Hall — Season ticket sales — Secure your seats for a captivating performance this season.

    Sat, 9/6/25

    View event
  • Cash Cobain Concert: Party with Slizzy

    7-9 p.m. — The NorVa — $58 — Experience a lively concert with Cash Cobain in a vibrant venue.

    Wed, 9/10/25

    View event
  • K CAMP Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket price not available — Experience the electrifying performance of K CAMP at an iconic venue.

    Thu, 9/11/25

    View event
  • WWE Friday Night SmackDown

    7:30-9 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Tickets available — Watch top wrestling stars like Cody Rhodes and Bianca Belair return to Norfolk for an electrifying night of action.

    Fri, 9/12/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The trick to life is to enjoy the process of being unsatisfied with what you have.

~ Naval Ravikant

About Today in Norfolk

Welcome to the Today in Norfolk, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Norfolk, Virginia community. If you like the Today in Norfolk, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Norfolk.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Norfolk and across Virginia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Today in Norfolk

A free Norfolk community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here