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Sunday, December 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Norfolk residents and officials express concerns over a proposed 154-unit affordable housing development in Park Place, fearing it will overburden the area.  Daily Press

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • An electric wheelchair fire at Consulate Health Care of Norfolk led to one person receiving minor burns.  13 News Now

CRIME NEWS

  • Virginia State Police arrested 21-year-old Alijah Harrison after a pursuit through Portsmouth to Norfolk, involving a stolen vehicle, multiple collisions, and resulting in several felony charges.  13 News Now

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The USNS Patuxent is set to return to Naval Station Norfolk on December 10 after a 10-month deployment, having resupplied 86 ships with over 12.9 million gallons of fuel and provisions across the North and Baltic seas.  13 News Now

SPORTS NEWS

  • Old Dominion's basketball team lost to George Washington despite an encouraging effort and a refusal from head coach Mike Jones to take any moral victories.  Daily Press

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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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.

    Mon, 12/16/24

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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.

    Tue, 12/17/24

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  • Candlelight Concert: Christmas Carols on Strings

    Experience a live musical performance of beloved Christmas carols, performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit atmosphere at Granby Theater.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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  • A Sherlock Carol at Wells Theatre

    A Sherlock Carol combines elements of murder mystery and music, as Sherlock Holmes investigates the death of Ebenezer Scrooge alongside a grown Tiny Tim during the holiday season.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • Troy Breslow - Live Performance

    Troy Breslow, a celebrated Country music singer-songwriter from Hampton Roads, VA, will perform live at Afterglow Brewing.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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  • Paint & Sip: Nutcracker and Candle Crafting Evening

    Participants can create their own nutcracker or candles while enjoying refreshments and socializing in a relaxed setting.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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