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Tuesday, November 12th, 2024

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Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of November.

CRIME NEWS

  • A series of shootings in Portsmouth and Norfolk, including an officer's vehicle struck by gunfire in Downtown Portsmouth, has left two dead and raised concerns over public safety.  3 WTKR

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Tidewater Education Consortium received a $9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to enhance teacher retention and training in high-needs Virginia districts.  WHRO

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Virginia State Sen. Angelia Williams Graves received an email threatening her life and reported it to Norfolk and Capitol police, amid a wider trend of racist threats after Election Day.  WAVY

SPORTS NEWS

  • Keyshawn Davis, a professional boxer from Norfolk, emphatically won his match by a second-round knockout at the Norfolk Scope, marking a significant local bout since Sweet Pea Whitaker's fight in 1994.  WHRO

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • K Camp Live at The NorVa

    Experience the energetic performance of K Camp at The NorVa in Norfolk.

    Wed, 11/13/24

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  • The Wilder Blue featuring Charles Wesley Godwin

    Experience a captivating evening of live music with Charles Wesley Godwin and The Wilder Blue at The NorVa.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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  • World Ballet Company Presents Swan Lake

    Experience the enchanting performance of Swan Lake by the World Ballet Company, featuring stunning sets, exquisite costumes, and the mesmerizing music of Tchaikovsky.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Norfolk State Spartans vs. Delaware State Hornets Football Match

    Experience a thrilling conference football showdown between the Norfolk State Spartans and Delaware State Hornets, with special themes of Senior Day and Military Appreciation.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Driver Improvement Class in Norfolk, VA

    Learn essential driving skills and receive a Certificate of Completion at the Driver Improvement Course held in downtown Norfolk.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

    Learn essential defensive driving skills and traffic safety measures at the Driver Improvement Course in downtown Norfolk.

    Mon, 11/18/24

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

    Learn essential driving skills and receive a Certificate of Completion in this full-day driver improvement class held in downtown Norfolk.

    Tue, 11/19/24

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

    Learn essential driving skills and improve your safety on the road at this driver improvement course in downtown Norfolk.

    Wed, 11/20/24

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  • VMEA Annual Conference for Music Educators

    Experience a professional development conference featuring performances and clinics designed for K-12 and post-secondary music educators.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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  • Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer

    Experience a captivating evening featuring the music of Hans Zimmer performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a stunning candlelit setting.

    Fri, 11/22/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.

~ Henry Ford

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