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Saturday, December 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A Virginia Beach resident captured video of a large, unusual drone near a military installation, amidst a flurry of similar sightings along the East Coast.  The Virginian-Pilot

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A truck accident on Route 13 in Nassawadox, VA, spilled processed chicken and caused road closures until cleanup was completed, with the driver sustaining non-life-threatening injuries.  13 News Now

CRIME NEWS

  • TyJohn Brooks received a 30-year prison sentence for his role in the murder of 18-year-old Antonio Wilson during an attempted robbery in April 2023.  Daily Press
  • A man was stabbed during an altercation near a Salvation Army in Norfolk, leading to the arrest of Melvin A Spruill for malicious wounding.  WAVY

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Hampton Roads Chamber and other organizations are hosting a series of networking and educational events including workshops, social mixers, and webinars focused on empowering women, cybersecurity, and marketing strategies for businesses.  The Virginian-Pilot

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin proposes a budget amendment aiming to strengthen cooperation between law enforcement and federal immigration authorities, sparking reactions from local police and the Hampton Roads Chamber.  3 WTKR
  • Naval Air Station Oceana, despite multiple drone sightings reported by locals, affirmed no unscheduled or unusual activity was detected, maintaining robust security and urging community reporting.  13 News Now

SPORTS NEWS

  • Former Maury and Navy football player Jeremy Chase expresses pride in both teams as they head into significant games.  The Virginian-Pilot

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • A Merry Little Christmas Carol in Norfolk

    This adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic tale, directed and choreographed by Jordan Setzer, offers a family-friendly holiday experience at the Wells Theatre.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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  • A Sherlock Carol by Mark Shanahan Directed by Steve Pacek

    In this unique twist on classic tales, Sherlock Holmes investigates the mysterious death of Ebenezer Scrooge, guided by the adult Tiny Tim.

    Mon, 12/23/24

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  • Driver Improvement Class in Norfolk, VA

    This Driver Improvement Course offers essential training for drivers in the Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake area, including immediate certification upon completion.

    Tue, 12/24/24

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