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Sunday, December 1st, 2024

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Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Octogenarians who met in the 1950s at Willard Elementary School in Norfolk continue to hold reunions, reflecting on a bygone America while maintaining lifelong friendships.  The Virginian-Pilot
  • A retired U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander in Virginia crafts 'comfort birds' to aid fellow veterans, embedding a crisis hotline number for support, with about 70 made aiming for Christmas distribution.  3 WTKR

CRIME NEWS

  • A man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries following a shooting in Norfolk, and police are investigating the incident.  13 News Now

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Maison Soleil in Norfolk hosted its third annual Holiday Mini Market on Small Business Saturday, spotlighting 12 unique small businesses with a focus on women-owned vendors.  13 News Now

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • An exhibit featuring 'Sofus Lotus: The Listening Troll' at the Virginia Aquarium aims to encourage visitors to reconnect with nature and promote environmental stewardship.  The Virginian-Pilot

SPORTS NEWS

  • Phoebus defeated Hampton in a shutout to win the Class 4 Region A championship, extending their winning streak to 47 games.  Daily Press
  • The Norfolk Admirals extend their winning streak to five with a 4-1 victory over the Maine Mariners, led by goalie Kristian Stead's 25 saves.  Daily Press
  • Simone Cunningham led Old Dominion to victory over Oakland with 18 points and 14 rebounds.  The Virginian-Pilot

EVENTS

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

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

    Mon, 12/2/24

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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.

    Tue, 12/3/24

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  • Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA

    This course offers driver improvement training for individuals from the Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake areas, featuring a same-day Certificate of Completion.

    Wed, 12/4/24

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  • Experience The Native Howl Live at The NorVa

    Experience the unique sound of The Native Howl, an American Thrash Grass band that fuses the intensity of thrash metal with the intricacies of bluegrass, as they perform alongside Clutch and Many Eyes.

    Thu, 12/5/24

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  • Jurassic Quest: North America's Premier Dinosaur Experience

    Experience the largest and most realistic dinosaur event in North America, featuring over 100 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs and interactive exhibits for all ages.

    Fri, 12/6/24

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  • Troy Breslow Live Performance

    Experience the soulful sounds of Troy Breslow, a celebrated Country music singer-songwriter from Hampton Roads, VA, live at Coastal Fermentory.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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  • Disney On Ice in Norfolk

    Experience an immersive performance as Mickey and friends bring classic Disney songs to life on ice with colorful remixes.

    Sun, 12/8/24

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  • A Sherlock Carol at Wells Theatre

    A whimsical holiday mystery where Sherlock Holmes must investigate the death of Ebenezer Scrooge alongside a grown Tiny Tim.

    Wed, 12/11/24

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  • A Christmas Carol at Saint Patrick Catholic School

    This adaptation of Charles Dickens' timeless tale follows Ebenezer Scrooge's transformative journey towards redemption with the help of his long-dead business partner, Jacob Marley.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • A Merry Little Christmas Carol in Norfolk

    This adaptation of Charles Dickens' holiday classic features direction and choreography by Jordan Setzer and runs in repertoire with A Sherlock Carol.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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