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in Norfolk
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Construction crews will install a fence around the new Maury High School project site, which lies across from the historic school at 20th Street and Llewellyn Avenue, this weekend of Nov 8-9 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The city will post signs to guide drivers around the closed-off roads—Washington Park, De Bree Avenue, Llewellyn Avenue, 19th Street, 20th Street, and Shirley Avenue—as the project enters its first phase. WAVY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Keep Norfolk Beautiful and Norfolk Public Library will host the UpCycle Festival on Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch Library—featuring repurposing workshops, upcycled art displays, and a panel discussion by the Norfolk Environmental Commission for America Recycles Day. City of Norfolk
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Joel Pitts—the retired winner—won $284,283 playing The Lamp online lottery game on Nov 5 and said it was a good year, planning to donate part of his winnings; lottery officials explained the game remains one of many on the Virginia Lottery app. WAVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk invites residents to honor our nation’s veterans at the annual Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11 at 2 p.m. at MacArthur Memorial — the event will include a wreath-laying at the memorial rotunda with remarks by Mayor Kenneth Cooper Alexander and featured speaker Maj. Gen. Joseph Reynes, Jr. City of Norfolk
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The Elovaters Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The NorVa — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the rising stars of the reggae scene with The Elovaters.
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The Wiz
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Chrysler Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical journey in this beloved musical adaptation of 'The Wizard of Oz'.
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Adirondack Thunder vs. Norfolk Admirals
3:05-4:35 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy a hockey match and post-game meet & greet for the whole family.
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Whitechapel - Tour 2025
6:55-8:25 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heavy sound of Whitechapel live in concert.
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Fortunate Youth Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The NorVa — All Ages — Experience a night of reggae tunes with Fortunate Youth and friends.
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The Lemonheads Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Annex — Ticket prices vary — Dive into the melodic alternative rock vibes of The Lemonheads, straight from Boston.
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Waterparks Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — The NorVa — $59 — Enjoy an exciting live music experience with Waterparks at a popular local venue.
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Contemplative Night with Will Reagan
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Coalescence Coffee Company — No cost specified — Enjoy an evening of singing and stories as Will Reagan shares from his wide range catalogue.
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Atreyu Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The NorVa — $51+ — Experience the intense sounds of Atreyu live in concert at a premier Norfolk venue.
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The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Cost TBD — Experience a captivating live rock concert set in an enchanting candlelit atmosphere.
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