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Community ‘food forest’ finally breaks ground in Newport News

Nonprofit leaders are working to transform a plot of land in the Southeast neighborhood into a “food forest” where neighbors can roam through greenery and pluck produce for free. The Newport News Green Foundation recently broke ground on the $1 million Sarfan Food Forest, which has been in...

Newport News, VA · 1d

Virginia Mercury

Newport News to create $9.5 million seafood market, revamp industrial park

Drive to the eastern end of Jefferson Avenue in Newport News and you’ll mainly find warehouses, industrial buildings and parking lots before the roadway terminates at the James River. But in a few years, this area will play host to a revamped waterside seafood market, where citizens can eat the catch of the day as […]

Newport News, VA · 1d

WAVY News 10

Gospel artists give back before big performance

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) – Two gospel artists have teamed up with local community partners to give back to Hampton Roads before a big performance this weekend! Tamela and David Mann are award-winning gospel artists. They will join the Virginia Symphony Orchestra this Saturday for a one-night-only performance in Newport News. Before that show, the […]

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Friday Night Flights 2026: Nov. 13 Full Show

Friday Night Flights has all your scores and highlights as postseason play began for Hampton Roads-area high school football teams. Watch the entire show now!

Hampton Roads, VA · 6h

ClutchPoints

Norfolk State’s Michael Vick makes shocking move following victory formation blunder

Norfolk State head coach Michael Vick is reversing course following his comments after his team’s 29-28 defeat to Norfolk State University during the postgame press conference. Vick dismissed his role in the botched victory formation that led to a fumble recovery and North Carolina Central’s game-winning score. But in comments made during Monday’s […] The post Norfolk State’s Michael Vick makes shocking move following victory formation blunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Norfolk, VA · 2d

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

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Duke's women's basketball team makes history in absurd blowout

Duke's women's basketball team enjoyed a historic victory Thursday night, taking down Norfolk State in an absurd score line, winning 85-23. Norfolk State's 23 points are the lowest Duke has allowed to any opponent in the history of their women's basketball program. Norfolk State scored fewer than 10 points in every quarter and five points or fewer in two quarters. Duke's biggest quarter was the first, outscoring their opponents 28-5. Junior forward Toby Fournier finished with a game-high 20 points, adding five rebounds, one assist and one block on 9-for-13 shooting. Aaliyah Crump and Riley Nelson were the other players to finish in double figures, as they combined for 25 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists. Duke forced 19 turnovers and held Norfolk State to 7-for-43 shooting from the field (16%). Now 3-0 to begin the year, the No. 5-ranked Blue Devils will face Marshall Sunday, who is also undefeated, having started the season 4-0. Contact/Follow us @DukeWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Duke news, notes and opinions. Follow Mack on X: @MackBaltes This article originally appeared on Duke Wire: Duke's women's basketball team makes history in absurd blowout

Norfolk, VA · 13h

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Road Trips Through Virginia Taste Better When You Stop At These 4 Old Country Stores For Ham Biscuits

Few snacks say Virginia quite like a salty slice of country ham tucked inside a soft little biscuit. You can find them at the kind of old-fashioned stores that still sell homemade pies, jars of preserves, and bulk peanut butter right off the shelf. Some sit on farm backroads, and...

Virginia · 2d

WTKR

Hampton City Council receives update on work to turn former Deaf and Blind School property into a park

HAMPTON, Va. — Beyond the gate at the site of the former Virginia State School for the Deaf and Blind in Hampton wasn’t much Thursday, but with a few million dollars and a little more time it was expected to look much different. “It’s really good to see...

Hampton, VA · 1d

WAVY News 10

VDOT announces I64 express lanes to open on peninsula next month

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY)- Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has announced updates to the Hampton Roads Express Lanes Network. Preparations Underway for Peninsula Express Lanes With road construction nearing completion on several segments, more Express Lanes are expected to open in Newport News and Hampton as early as December 2026. This initial opening will include […]

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Virginia Living Museum mourns the loss of North American beaver

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) – Officials with the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News are mourning the loss of Nip, a North American beaver. In a statement, officials say Nip lived a remarkable life, reaching more than twice the average life expectancy of his species in the wild. Nip was born in the wild but […]

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'A lot of great work ahead of us:' Joe Griffith becomes first millennial elected to Hampton City Council

HAMPTON, Va. — Joe Griffith is urging optimism as he prepares to join Hampton City Council. “I just want people to remain optimistic about the future," Griffith said. “I think we have a lot of great work ahead of us, and I’m excited to contribute to that, but I also think that it’s great that we’re reflecting the diversity of our city in all the ways we can. So, that includes bringing young people to the table so that they can be part of government."

Hampton, VA · 11h

WAVY News 10

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Newport News announces ‘NlightN’ Holiday Event Series dates

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY)- From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, Newport News residents and visitors will experience the sights and sounds of the season with the Ferguson NlightN Holiday Event Series. Pronounced “enlighten”, this holiday series includes two magical light shows, and three main special events, including the NEW Let It Glow special event at […]

Newport News, VA · 13h

WTKR News 3

Trailblazing news anchor Becky Livas remembers the legendary Dick Lamb

For decades, Dick Lamb was a familiar face and voice to generations of viewers and listeners across Hampton Roads. From television to radio, he helped shape the region's broadcasting industry.

Hampton Roads, VA · 2d

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SS United States’ Newport News legacy lives on as famed ship is sunk

As the SS United States is sunk off the coast of Florida to begin a new life as an artificial reef, pieces of the historic ocean liner and its legacy remain in Newport News, the city where it was built.

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Homegoing Service of Rev. Dr. Robert G. Murray “He Was A Prince In Our Midst”

The Celebration of Life Service for Rev. Dr. Robert G. Murray, 81, was a memorable occasion for Clergy, Family and Friends to celebrate his life well-lived. The Celebration of Life Service for Rev. Dr. Robert G. Murray on November 9 was a memorable occasion for Clergy, Family and Friends to celebrate his life well-lived. Murray, 81, the 19th Pastor of the Historic First Baptist Church (FBC) of Norfolk for 38 years before his retirement in 2022, passed on October 31.

Norfolk, VA · 2d

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Thanks To A Social Committee That Plans Weekly Events, Retirees Are Finding Their People At This 55+ Community In Suffolk, Virginia

Moving after 55 can feel like starting the first day at a new school, only with more boxes and a mortgage. Down in Suffolk, Virginia, one neighborhood has found a simple fix for that nervous feeling. A group of residents runs a social committee that fills the calendar with weekly...

Suffolk, VA · 13h

WAVY News 10