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Saturday, October 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Mary the Tunnel Boring Machine commenced its eastbound journey for a twin tunnel at the HRBT, six months after completing the first phase.  13 News Now

CRIME NEWS

  • An elderly man in Norfolk was sentenced to over a year in prison for stealing cars and selling them to a salvage yard, with two victims losing their cars permanently.  WAVY
  • Two men received prison sentences for a failed robbery to steal cigarettes from a Norfolk 7-Eleven, involving a diversion and assault on the clerk.  WAVY
  • Norfolk police officer Herman Martin was charged with sodomy and intimidation of a victim, accused of assaulting a sex worker while on duty.  13 News Now

CULTURE NEWS

  • The 9th annual Neon Festival in Norfolk attracted thousands, showcasing local artists and benefiting district businesses amidst ongoing construction.  3 WTKR
  • Chesapeake's Dwight Easter, a digital folk artist, will showcase his affordable, app-created drawings at the Stockley Gardens Arts Festival in Ghent, highlighting his philanthropic efforts and the accessibility of his art.  WHRO

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • A task force meeting convened by Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin on the Virginia Military Spouses and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP) highlighted the mental and economic challenges faced by caregivers of veterans, alongside discussions on potential program reforms to better support military families.  WHRO

HEALTH NEWS

  • The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is proposing new safety standards for water bead toys after advocates, spurred by incidents of child injuries, call for better protection.  3 WTKR

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Norfolk Admirals were defeated 2-1 by Adirondack Thunder in their season opener at Scope Arena on October 18, 2024, after leading for most of the game.  The Virginian-Pilot

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Atmosphere Live at The NorVa

    Experience an evening of storytelling and musical evolution with Atmosphere, known for their honest narratives and diverse soundscapes.

    Tue, 10/22/24

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  • Summer Market at Afterglow Brewing

    Experience a local market featuring various vendors every 2nd and 4th Wednesday in October.

    Wed, 10/23/24

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  • RnB Block Party - Norfolk's Premier Music Event

    Experience an electrifying evening of RnB music featuring a Grammy Award-winning producer at the Norfolk Scope Arena for those aged 21 and over.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • Xavier Wulf Live at The NorVa

    Experience a night of live music with Xavier Wulf and idontknowjeffery at The NorVa in Norfolk.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Kappa Delta's Spooktacular 5K Costume Race

    Experience a festive 5K run on Old Dominion University's campus, complete with a costume contest where participants can showcase their creativity.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • Learn About NCMS: A Cross-Industry Tech Development Consortium

    Explore the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences and its role in enhancing the competitiveness of the U.S. industrial base through innovative technology solutions.

    Mon, 10/28/24

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  • Troy Breslow Live Concert

    Experience an evening of heartfelt Country music with Troy Breslow, a celebrated artist from Hampton Roads.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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  • Dylan Schneider Live at The NorVa

    Experience the storytelling power of country music with Dylan Schneider, who began his musical journey at a young age and has captivated audiences since.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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  • Rachmaninoff's Second Symphony Concert

    Experience Rachmaninov's romantic Second Symphony conducted by Thomas Wilkins, featuring acclaimed pianist Michelle Cann performing Liszt's First Piano Concerto with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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  • Whale of a Sale: Tidewater's Premier Community Garage Sale

    Experience a treasure hunt at Tidewater’s finest garage sale featuring new and gently used items while supporting the local community.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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