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New driver’s license rules will take effect in Virginia starting in 2027

Virginia · 1d

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Newport News Refugee Family Loses $1,800 a Month in Food Aid Overnight

740 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Suite F — Refugee Services Organization Office. Ramazan Ali Rezaie and his wife Gullaghai came to the United States as refugees in November 2023, following his sister who had worked for the U.S. government in Afghanistan. Three years later, their extended family of 18 in Newport News has lost about $1,800 a month in food assistance, and four adults in the household now qualify only for emergency Medicaid, after federal eligibility restrictions tightened this year.

Newport News, VA · 2d

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Long-vacant Newport News building set for demolition along Jefferson Avenue

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — A long-vacant commercial building along Jefferson Avenue is expected to be demolished as Newport News continues efforts to improve and revitalize the corridor. The roughly 18,000-square-foot building previously housed Unclaimed Freight Company, a furniture store in the Sedgefield area of the city. Neighbor Ron Cupp,...

Newport News, VA · 9h

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Rutter Mills to host turkey drives in Virginia Beach and Hampton

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) – After a successful inaugural event in 2025, Rutter Mills is set to host their second annual turkey giveaway. This year, Rutter Mills is expanding to two locations and increasing the giveaway to 1,000free turkeys as last year’s inaugural Turkey Drop was extremely successful, giving away 300 in less than an […]

Virginia Beach, VA · 9h

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Virginia's Former Army Base Is A Haunted National Monument With A Stone Fort & Eerie Museums

Get your fill of both military history and ghost stories at this former army base in Virginia, a national monument housing the largest stone fort in the U.S.

Hampton, VA · 5d

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Free admission to Colonial Williamsburg for 100th Anniversary Celebration

WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WAVY) — Colonial Williamsburg is hosting its 100th Anniversary Celebration on Nov. 14 and will be offering free admission to the historic area. Special programming will include a Centennial Grand Procession at 11 a.m. down Duke of Gloucester Street, featuring Colonial Williamsburg’s famous Fifes & Drums, carriages, and costumed interpreters, followed by an […]

Williamsburg, VA · 2d

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Rezoning request could bring 147 homes to Pruden Boulevard area

A Suffolk rezoning request could pave the way for 147 single-family homes and commercial development near Lake Prince Drive and Pruden Boulevard.

Suffolk, VA · 9h

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Chesapeake church honors veterans with service and free Thanksgiving turkeys

Chesapeake Baptist Church honored veterans with music, a color guard and a flag-passing ceremony, while also giving free Thanksgiving turkeys to veterans and active-duty military families.

Chesapeake, VA · 2d

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NRHA claims it doesn’t have money to renovate its units. Leaving them vacant may cost federal funding.

At the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority board meeting in November 2025, then-executive director Nathan Simms highlighted the progress on refreshing the aging apartments in the Young Terrace and Grandy Village public housing communities for rental. "We've completed a total of 86 unit turn/refresh activities, 47 at Grandy, 39 at...

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Norfolk native Rep. George W. Whitehurst dies at 101

Whitehurst was born in Norfolk in 1925, according to his obituary. He graduated from Maury High School in 1942 and enlisted in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

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Between Richmond And Norfolk Is A Virginia Archaeological Site With A Fascinating Museum And River Views

While colonial landmarks can be found up and down the East Coast, few states lay claim to as many well-preserved colonial sites as Virginia. For most, Williamsburg is likely the first to spring to mind; its restored buildings, horse-drawn carriages, and costumed historical interpreters have made it one of the most famous living museums in the nation, if not the world. But less than 10 miles southwest lies another of Virginia's colonial capitals that, unlike the cobblestone streets of Williamsburg, is buried mostly beneath the soil.

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Paving operations to impact traffic at Suffolk intersection

SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Paving operations will be performed at a Suffolk intersection, resulting in traffic impacts. On Tuesday, flagging operations are set to be in place at the intersection of Pitchkettle Road and Constance Road through Wednesday during daytime hours. City officials said it will safely direct traffic through the work zone while paving […]

Suffolk, VA · 19h

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Suffolk City officials help residents find and claim forgotten money

The City of Suffolk is hosting two events this month to help residents search for unclaimed money and start the claims process.

Suffolk, VA · 22h

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Mayor Phil Jones plans to 'give his 30s' to Newport News

On the last day of early voting, Newport News Mayor Phil Jones posted outside of Denbigh Community Center with his family to greet voters. He said hello to almost every passerby, or thanked them for voting. For the ones wearing a sports team jersey, he made sure to ask how their team would do. For those who wanted it, he jumped in on selfies.

Newport News, VA · 15h

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Military housing getting an upgrade in Newport News

There's an upgrade on the way for military housing in Newport News. The high-rise housing, called Huntington Hall, will change both the city skyline and the quality of life for more than 1,000 sailors. Link: https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/military-housing-getting-an-upgrade-in-newport-news/

Newport News, VA · 1d

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Hunt For Long-Lost Albums At 7 Virginia Record Stores That Feel Like A Time Capsule

Ready to hunt for long-lost albums at record stores across Virginia that feel like a time capsule?. These 7 record stores offer incredible finds and a chance to rediscover music you thought was gone forever!. 1. Plan 9 Music (Richmond) Richmond has a lot going for it, and Plan 9...

Virginia · 1d

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Norfolk Begins Two Major Road Resurfacing Projects on Nov. 16

NORFOLK, Va. – The City of Norfolk will begin two roadway resurfacing and improvement projects on Monday, Nov. 16, with work scheduled to continue through April 2027:. E. Princess Anne Rd. westbound between Miltate Ave. and Park Ave. and eastbound at Sewells Point Rd. and Ingleside Rd. Lafayette Blvd....

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Carnival Cruise Line Donates $300,000 to Veteran and Military Causes in Homeport Cities

With Veterans Day just around the corner on November 11, Carnival Cruise Line just announced a donation of $300,000 that will support military members, veterans, and their families across seven of its U.S. homeport communities. The funding is part of an ongoing effort by the cruise line to give back...

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