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in Norfolk
Monday, December 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Norfolk neighbors gathered Sunday evening for National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day, walking 0.7 miles from City Hall to Freemason Street Baptist Church where the Norfolk Street Choir performed. Organizers honored those who died while experiencing homelessness to inspire community compassion. 3 WTKR
- ➤ Families impacted by incarceration attended Santa’s Workshop Saturday in Portsmouth at the Sheriff’s Training Academy, hosted by the MAN Foundation and Sheriff’s Office to strengthen family bonds through a festive dinner and children’s activities. 3 WTKR
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday evening, Norfolk Fire-Rescue crews controlled a fire at a multi-family row home on St. Paul's Boulevard in Young Terrace; two adults were displaced while no injuries were reported and the cause remains under investigation. 3 WTKR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting Jan. 1, Virginia will enforce laws that expand free cancer screenings and limit social media use for kids under 16 to one hour per app. Parents may adjust the limit and the next Assembly session begins Jan. 14. 13 News Now
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World Ballet Company - The Nutcracker
7:00–8:30 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Ticket prices from $89 — Experience the magic of ballet with a classic holiday performance.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order only — Complete your DMV order with a course and receive your Certificate of Completion the same day.
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Black Homeschoolers Meet Up
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Virginia Zoo — Free entry — Connect with fellow Black homeschoolers while children play in a welcoming outdoor environment.
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A Sherlock Carol
7:30-9 p.m. — Virginia Stage Company — Tickets from $104 — Experience a captivating rendition of a classic tale at the Wells Theatre.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown — $68 cash or money order — Complete your driver improvement course and receive your certificate the same day.
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Fonville x Fribush featuring Morgan Burrs
8-11 p.m. — The Annex — No cover — Experience the funky sounds of the Hammond organ with live performances by Sam Fribush and Morgan Burrs.
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R&B Only Live
8-11 p.m. — The NorVa — $55-$110 General Admission, $80-$160 VIP — Experience a high-energy night of R&B music from past to present with singing and dancing.
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Norfolk Admirals vs. Wheeling Nailers - Union & Trades Night
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Norfolk Scope Arena — $31 tickets with processing fee — Family fun and fundraising with games, food, and community spirit.
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