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Clash of Ironclads: Battle of Hampton Roads 1862

Thanks for watching, if you would like to see more videos like this, please like and subscribe!. After months of development, the Confederate Navy unveils its secret weapon against the Union Navy blockade of Hampton Roads, Virginia: the CSS Virginia, an ironclad warship designed from the keel of the former USS Merrimack. On the first day of the Battle of Hampton Roads, this new weapon is unleashed against the Federal fleet, wreaking havoc in the waters around Fort Monroe and Norfolk. However, on the second day, the Union Navy lets loose its own ironclad warship - the USS Monitor, against the Virginia. The ensuing naval action will have a resounding effect on the history of naval warfare, as all navies across the globe look to the clash of ironclads in Hampton Roads. The age of the ironclad is at at hand.

Hampton Roads, VA · 2d

The Progress-Index

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VSU's Trojan Explosion brings its sound to Muhammad Ali drama

The national renown of Virginia State University's Trojan Explosion Marching Band has expanded beyond the realm of sporting events, White House visits and musical competitions , and is now dabbling in television drama. VSU announced Nov. 5 the band performed music for the official trailer of Amazon Prime Video's eight-episode drama, "The Greatest," on the early life and career of boxing legend Muhammad Ali. Under the baton of band director Taylor Whitehead and the VSU Department of Music, the Explosion recorded original songs written by Mic Ferrante, who scored the trailer. The university said Ferrante came to the Ettrick campus to work directly with the band and the staff .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } According to the university, Ferrante's VSU connection is through Kieran Casey, a Richmond native and Los Angeles-based film composer and ethnomusicologist. The music was recorded on campus by students from the music department under the guidance of department Chair Samuel Rowley and Dustin Painter, assistant professor of music production and technology. "The opportunity placed VSU students at the center of a major entertainment production, showcasing the distinctive sound and musical excellence of historically Black colleges and universities," VSU said in

Ettrick, VA · 1d

HBCU Gameday

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HBCU band world taking note of rising program in NC

With a top-10 national ranking, a standout drumline and an alumnus leading the program, Elizabeth City State is building a distinct identity in HBCU marching band culture. The post HBCU band world taking note of rising program in NC appeared first on HBCU Gameday .

Elizabeth City, NC · 2d

Chowan Herald

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Donna Davis: Two brothers, two bands and a family legacy in music

At first glance, they look a lot alike, with matching mops of strawberry blonde hair and instruments in hand. But ask them and they will tell you that Zack favors the Barbee family and James their mother’s side, the Carters. It’s a tale of two brothers: one that came to Greenville arguably during the worst of times, in 2020, in the midst of a pandemic, and left with a degree and touring in a successful band that formed here, and a brother who is blazing his own trail with some parallels. James and Zack Barbee were born and raised in Concord before coming to Greenville to pursue their education at East Carolina University in 2020 and 2023, respectively. That means they have quite a lot in common with another set of sibling musicians: the Avett Brothers (also from Concord). In fact, James said he has jammed with the Avetts' father on several occasions. For the record, James answers to James or Ryan (his middle name, favored by family). “As far back as I can go before taking formal lessons, we used to go hang out with our dad every Saturday, running errands with him,” James said. “He was a big

Greenville, NC · 21h

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Parmele Day returns with a parade, food and fun

MARTIN COUNTY, NC — Parmele Day is coming up this Saturday, Nov. 7, in Martin County. The community festival’s rain date follows the cancellation of its original October event because of weather. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Parmele Train Caboose, 1090 Carr...

Martin County, NC · 2d

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Gospel legend John P. Kee joins Greenville anniversary

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Legendary Gospel artist John P. Kee will be headlining a gospel concert in honor of Pastor, Rev. Dr. Stephen Greene Howard of Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church. The “40 & 10” Anniversary Gospel Concert will take place on Friday, December 4, at 6:00pm. Doors open at 5:00 pm at the Greenville Convention […]

Greenville, NC · 1d

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Down East Holiday Show opens at Greenville Convention Center with nearly 200 vendors

In Greenville, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Happening now at the Greenville Convention Center is the annual Down East Holiday Show. The ribbon cutting was at 4, and the doors are opening right now at 5:00 p.m. For the past 25 years, this event has been...

Greenville, NC · 2d

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Rocky Mount to host Martin Luther King Jr. oratorical competition

Rocky Mount’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Competition will be held Jan. 9, 2027, featuring middle and high school speeches on division, dialogue and understanding.

Rocky Mount, NC · 2d

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Mahjong craze reaches Pitt County

Mahjong is rising in popularity all over the country and now, it has sparked the creation of a new business in Greenville. Amelia Mahjong opened for business in Artisan's Decorative Accessories and Fine Gifts on Plaza Drive on Oct. 17 under the leadership of Claire Boyd and her partner Crystal Reavis. The two longtime friends have been playing the game for some time, building up a group of friends who gathered on a weekly basis to play the game which requires strategy and skill to match tiles that meet the parameters of each round in the game. "Our grandparents played bridge, our mothers played Bunco and we play Mahjong," Boyd said Friday. "We really just wanted to create a sense of community. We wanted people to be able to get together, to socialize and to enjoy themselves." Still, there's a big leap from being a fan of the game to opening a business to support the game. Amelia Mahjong's booth at Artisans is filled with playing frames, racks, tiles and a host of other accessories people can use to enhance their playing experience from sassy coffee mugs and cups to bags designed to hold the wooden racks needed for holding

Greenville, NC · 1d

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Annual Down East Holiday Show open now through Sunday

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The 25th annual Down East Holiday Show is currently underway at the Greenville Convention Center, featuring 180 small businesses, food trucks, and Santa Claus. Nearly 2,000 people attended the opening event. Tickets cost $10, with proceeds supporting student scholarships through the Pitt Community College Foundation. The event will remain open […]

Greenville, NC · 1d

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Parade, ceremony to mark Veterans Day in Virginia Beach on Nov. 11

The Hampton Roads region will pay tribute to the men and women who have served in all branches of the U.S. armed forces during the 2026 Tidewater Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on Nov. 11. The parade begins at 9 a.m. at 16th Street and Atlantic Avenue and concludes with the...

Virginia Beach, VA · 2d

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Parades, Freebies and Discounts: See Veterans Day Celebrations Across Coastal Virginia

This Veterans Day, cities across Coastal Virginia will honor the brave men and women who have served our nation with parades and celebrations. Get the list of local events below, and for a list of national Veterans Day deals and freebies, visit military.com. The City of Chesapeake will hold its...

Chesapeake, VA · 4d

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Parades, Freebies and Discounts: See Veterans Day Celebrations Across Coastal Virginia

Chesapeake, VA · 4d

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Streetz 87.7/102.1 Announces Exclusive ATL Flyaway Contest

NORFOLK, VA — Streetz 87.7/102.1 FM is teaming up with Just Brunch in Portsmouth, Virginia, to give one lucky listener and a guest an unforgettable trip to Atlanta for the Yung Joc & The Streetz Morning Takeover 10th Anniversary Party on Thursday, December 10, 2026. The exclusive Flyaway Contest...

Portsmouth, VA · 5d

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Christmas With Jabari Johnson Comes to Portsmouth on December 4

M2 Kingdom Xperience will present Christmas with Jabari Johnson, an evening of holiday-themed gospel music, on Friday, December 4, at 7:00 p.m. at Impact Church, 3935 Twin Pines Road in Portsmouth, Virginia. Titus Jackson will host the concert, which features Jabari Johnson as the headliner. The program also includes The...

Portsmouth, VA · 7d

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Celebrate the Legacy of Dr. Madblood

WHRO TV 15 - Saturday, Oct. 31, 9:30 p.m. WHRO+ - stream anytime (starting 10/31, 9:30 p.m.) Catch up on past episodes.

Virginia Beach, VA · 8d

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Kabaka Pyramid Takes Rebel Music Across America, Starting November 4 in Virginia Beach and Ending in Hawaii

Kabaka Pyramid is closing out his year on an island. The Jamaican reggae artist’s newly announced Rebel Music US Tour wraps in Hawaii, with shows in Wailuku on November 27 and Hilo on November 28, after a month spent zigzagging across the mainland. The run opens November 4 in...

Virginia Beach, VA · 8d

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Rock the Attucks! U.S. Fleet Forces Band Brings a FREE Concert to Norfolk

Who says you need to spend a fortune to enjoy a great concert? This one's on us!. Virginia Stage Company and the U.S. Fleet Forces Band are teaming up for an afternoon of music, energy, and fun at the historic Attucks Theatre on Sunday, November 22 at 3 PM. And yes, admission is absolutely FREE!

Norfolk, VA · 8d

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