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Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk's Ghent Business Association announces a series of holiday events including a Tree Lighting Ceremony, a Holiday Market with over 65 vendors, and a Cocktail Week to celebrate the festive season. Daily Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Norfolk police officer was hospitalized due to an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound but is expected to survive. 3 WTKR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ David MacRonald, charged with the second-degree murder of his 84-year-old grandmother in Norfolk, Virginia, pleads not guilty by reason of insanity and is now in the custody of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health for evaluation. WAVY
- ➤ Residents and experts warn against the rising threat of sophisticated scams targeting shoppers during the holiday season, emphasizing vigilance in protecting personal information. 3 WTKR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Raymond Jones hosts a festive program of new classical music for the holiday season on WHRO-FM, featuring timeless carols and masterpieces. WHRO
- ➤ The Sandler Center announces the return of the FREE Out of the Box Concert Series from January 9 through March 6, featuring local Hampton Roads bands every Thursday. WHRO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk Public Schools will implement a no cell phone policy during school hours starting Jan. 1, following Virginia Department of Education guidance for a distraction-free environment. 3 WTKR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk Southern collaborates with Alstom to convert old locomotives to hybrid electric, aiming to reduce emissions and improve efficiency, with service expected by 2026-2027. The Virginian-Pilot
- ➤ A clipper system is expected to bring gusty winds and below freezing wind chills to the Hampton Roads and NE North Carolina region, leading to a Weather Alert Day declaration for Thursday night and Friday morning. 13 News Now
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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A Merry Little Christmas Carol at Wells Theatre, Norfolk
This beloved holiday production invites audiences to experience Scrooge's transformation through dance and song, suitable for ages 6 and up.
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Norfolk Chamber Consort Performance at Arts at the Attucks
The Norfolk Chamber Consort will perform at the historic Attucks Theatre as part of the 'Arts at the Attucks' series featuring free performances by local artists.
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The Christmas Star - A Planetarium Experience
Experience a journey back over 2000 years as the planetarium simulates the sky of the time of the Christmas star, showcasing celestial movements among the stars.
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