Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
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🏘️ Community
Life’s Journey is hosting a bra drive during October to support women facing homelessness, domestic violence and other crises by collecting new bras at its Portsmouth, Norfolk and Hampton locations.
Donations will help meet essential needs during Breast Cancer Awareness Month—providing critical support to those rebuilding their lives.
Revive Center—located in a former commercial building on Poplar Hall Road near Military Circle—is offering food, fresh produce and clothing to local residents as government funding cuts and policy changes leave more families with food insecurity.
In partnership with Calvary Revival Church, its CEO Alexander McBath said demand has doubled and the center is bracing for a hard winter.
Drive Safe Hampton Roads is offering free 757 Sober Rides powered by Lyft during Columbus Day weekend to help prevent impaired driving after 2024 alcohol-related crashes caused four deaths and 66 injuries in Virginia.
The ride program will run from Oct. 11, 3 p.m.—Oct. 12, 3 a.m. and Oct. 12, 3 p.m.—Oct. 13, 3 a.m. and offers up to $15 off for rides that start or end in Hampton Roads.
🏛️ Government
Today, the City of Norfolk is offering free parking at York Street Garage—215 W.
York St.—until 10 a.m. Monday, Oct 13 as minor tidal flooding is expected from Thursday through Sunday.
Former Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger and Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears faced off during the Oct.9 debate at Norfolk State University as moderators repeatedly urged Earle-Sears to let Spanberger speak.
They shared a handshake after the event—marking a moment of respect ahead of the historic contest on Election Day Nov.4.
Today, Rep. Kiggans introduced a bipartisan bill called the Pay Our Public Shipyard Workers Act to make sure that workers at the Norfolk, Portsmouth, Puget Sound and Pearl Harbor shipyards get paid during the government shutdown.
The bill comes as thousands face furloughs or work without pay while keeping Navy ships ready — a measure that helps our defense.
🏥 Health
A Virginia Beach EMS paramedic launched the COLT Kit Initiative to help patients with autism and sensory challenges during emergencies by stocking ambulances with noise cancelling headphones, dry erase boards and other aids.
Inspired by her son aged 4, VBEMS now carries the kits and plans to expand the program—improving communication between first responders and patients.
🎉 Norfolk Events
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Taylor Rave: A Night of Taylor Swift Remixes
10 p.m. — The NorVa — Age 16+ — Experience an electrifying night filled with Taylor Swift remixes, lasers, and neon lights.
Soweto Gospel Choir Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — Ticket prices to be determined — Experience the spellbinding harmonies of a multi-GRAMMY and Emmy Award-winning choir as they tour the U.S.
20th Annual Virginia Beach Golf Tournament
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM — Virginia Beach National Golf Club — $100–$120 per player — Tee off for a good cause and enjoy a day filled with prizes and camaraderie.
Everclear Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 30 years of rock with Everclear in a high-energy comeback show.
Joel Ross Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Attucks Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the lush sound of vibraphonist Joel Ross, a Blue Note artist redefining the vibes.
CommUNITY Play-In and Sing Along
4:30-6 p.m. — Booker T. Washington High School — Free entry — Celebrate peace, inclusion, and unity through music, dance, and spoken word in a vibrant community gathering.
Dementia Caregiver Workshop
Join Certified Dementia Caregiver Specialist, Marcia Futterman Brodie of Marcia Trains on Tuesday, Oct. 21 from 9:30 a.m.-noon for the Dementia Caregiver Workshop to be held at Aviva Pembroke, 373 Constitution Ave, Virginia Beach. The workshop is designed to help participants gain a better understanding and practical strategies to support those affected by the changes that occur in the brain. The goal of this workshop, taught by Brodie, who has completed Certified Independent Positive Approach to Care™ training, is to demonstrate to caregivers how individuals with cognitive impairment hear, see, and comprehend, as well as how these same caregivers can provide support.
Dementia Caregiver Workshop
Join Certified Dementia Caregiver Specialist, Marcia Futterman Brodie of Marcia Trains on Tuesday, Oct. 21 from 9:30 a.m.-noon for the Dementia Caregiver Workshop to be held at Aviva Pembroke, 373 Constitution Ave, Virginia Beach. The workshop is designed to help participants gain a better understanding and practical strategies to support those affected by the changes that occur in the brain. The goal of this workshop, taught by Brodie, who has completed Certified Independent Positive Approach to Care™ training, is to demonstrate to caregivers how individuals with cognitive impairment hear, see, and comprehend, as well as how these same caregivers can provide support.
Emma - The Play (Preview)
7:30-9 p.m. — Wells Theatre — Tickets from $88 — Experience an unforgettable evening with the preview of Emma at the historic Wells Theatre.
Emma - The Play (Preview)
7:30-9 p.m. — Wells Theatre — Tickets starting at $83 — Experience a captivating preview of the classic tale reimagined for the stage.
Norfolk's Halloween Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — The Public House — 25% off with code SCREAM25 — Embrace the spooky season with contests, prizes, and haunted fun at this festive pub crawl.
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