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in Norfolk
Sunday, September 7th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday morning at 6:23 a.m.—coast guard, the Virginia Port Authority, and fire crews responded to a boat fire in the 400 block of Water St near the Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel, and a dog was rescued from the cabin while the boat was found empty. WAVY
- ➤ A house fire on Norcova Avenue around 2:17 a.m. Saturday left 13 people homeless and investigators noted that smoke detectors did not sound because most of the blaze burned outside — the American Red Cross is helping eight adults, five children and a dog. 3 WTKR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Portsmouth police said one person died and three were injured in a shooting at the Dahlia—Manly Streets intersection on Saturday morning, and the investigation remains active. WAVY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Arts Festival in Norfolk announced its fall lineup featuring the Attucks Jazz series performing at Attucks Theatre between Sept. and March, the award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir performing ‘Peace’ on Oct. 12 at Ferguson Center and Oct. 14 at Attucks Theatre, and the Step Afrika! dance show set for Oct. 23 at Chrysler Hall—tickets are on sale now. WAVY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ODU beat North Carolina Central by a score of 54 to 6 Saturday night in their home opener as running back Trequan Jones set a school record with a 93 yard touchdown run and quarterback Colton Joseph threw for 257 yards & three touchdowns before leaving in the third quarter. The Monarchs gained 545 total yards and used a strong defense to secure their first win of the season. WAVY
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Cash Cobain Concert: Party with Slizzy
7-9 p.m. — The NorVa — $58 — Experience a lively concert with Cash Cobain in a vibrant venue.
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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.
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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.
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Chuck Prophet & His Cumbia Shoes Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Annex — $20-$35.60 — Experience Chuck Prophet's rhythmic journey through Cumbia music inspired by his remarkable recovery from illness.
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Spineshank Live Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket price N/A — Experience a night of electrifying music at The NorVa with Spineshank.
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BJ Griffin Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical talents of BJ Griffin along with special guests and a late night meet & greet.
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Fall Fest at the Virginia Zoo
5-8:30 p.m. — Virginia Zoo — Check website for admission — Celebrate autumn with nostalgic games and elevated tastings in a cozy atmosphere.
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James McMurtry with Betty Soo
7-10 p.m. — The Annex — $27-$37 — Experience a night of storytelling and music with James McMurtry and Betty Soo at this full band concert.
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Johnny Marr Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticketed event — Experience the legendary sounds of Johnny Marr, the iconic guitarist from The Smiths.
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CaribFest Block Party
5-10 p.m. — Town Point Park — Free entry — Celebrate Caribbean culture with music, food, and vibrant performances in Norfolk.
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