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Friday, September 12th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Norfolk school board member confirmed that a plan to consolidate and close nine public schools has been chosen and will be voted on Wednesday, Sept. 17—The plan details closing Tarrallton, Norview, Granby, and PB Young Elementary schools, shifting programs from SECEP to Chesterfield, from Norfolk Technical Center and Madison at Easton to Lake Taylor High, and from Willoughby and Berkley Early Childhood Centers to Oceanair and St. Helena Elementary, with Lindenwood to be repurposed as a professional development center and Ghent School possibly affected by redistricting. The Board will begin closing one or two schools per year from 2027 to 2034. 3 WTKR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sentara Health said it missed the mark on its early COVID‑19 vaccine guidance due to changes in FDA rules that left providers with unclear instructions—new guidance now allows providers to use clinical judgment for prescriptions while patients meeting FDA criteria can receive vaccines at retail pharmacies, and updated protocols will be refined after the CDC ACIP meeting Sept. 18‑19. WAVY
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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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NXWORRIES Concert
7-9 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting live performance at The NorVa featuring NXWORRIES.
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I Need A Truck Tour - Maddox Batson with Ashley Anne
7:30-9 p.m. — The NorVa — Tickets available — Enjoy the sounds of emerging country artists Maddox Batson and Ashley Anne live on stage.
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