Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Nauticus museum's $21.5 million renovation introduces a 25,000-square-foot educational addition with interactive exhibits on maritime exploration and innovation, including sailing dynamics, port economics, and Navy life. WHRO
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A multi-vehicle crash on the Berkley Bridge in Norfolk causes significant delays before a scheduled bridge lift. WAVY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Norfolk man was sentenced to 27 months in prison for illegally selling machine gun conversion devices to an undercover agent and being a felon in possession of a firearm. WAVY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Arts Festival's 2025 season features renowned musicians Yo-Yo Ma, Renée Fleming, and Samara Joy, with tickets now available for purchase. The Virginian-Pilot
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk Public Schools initiates an efficiency plan that may lead to the closure of schools due to a decade-long enrollment decline of about 400 students annually. The Virginian-Pilot
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The USS Nantucket, a Freedom-class littoral combat ship, was recently showcased on WAVY News 10, featuring its advanced technology, compact crew, and the ship's mascot, Thirsty the Whale, during a brief stop in Norfolk before heading to Florida. WAVY
- ➤ Norfolk's Economic Development Director discussed progress on transforming the declining MacArthur Center into a mixed-use facility, aiming to select a master developer by spring 2025 without substantial public funding. Daily Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Naval Academy football team will honor VFA-103 'Jolly Rogers' by featuring its logo on their uniforms during the December game against Army. 3 WTKR
- ➤ Kendall Daniels Jr. significantly contributed with two touchdown receptions and two interceptions, one returned for a touchdown, in Maury's 41-7 win over Warwick. The Virginian-Pilot
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Pierce The Veil Live Concert
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Tidewater Striders 47th Annual Turkey Trot 10K & Mile
Experience a festive running event suitable for families and runners of all abilities, with proceeds supporting the Tidewater Striders Scholarship fund.
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Giving It Back Toy Drive - 4th Annual Event
Experience a day of fun and community spirit at the 4th annual Giving It Back Toy Drive, featuring a live lineup of local bands.
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Virginia Regional Ballet Presents The Nutcracker in Newport News
Experience the enchanting holiday classic featuring swirling snowflakes, an enchanted Nutcracker, and the Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra.
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J Boog Live at The NorVa
Experience the melodic sounds of J Boog, a top reggae singer known for his Polynesian roots and West Coast influence, at The NorVa.
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