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Newport News
Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PCU John F. Kennedy, the Navy’s newest aircraft carrier, finished sea trials at Newport News Shipbuilding as its crew tested critical systems (including performance checks) before its planned commissioning in 2027. 13News Now
- ➤ Hampton Roads Transit will offer free rides on all services on Monday, Feb. 9 to celebrate Transit Equity Day and Rosa Parks. Buses, rail, ferries, OnDemand and Paratransit rides will be free — each bus will show its headlights as a tribute. 13News Now
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Daddy & Daughter Valentine's Dance
1-2:30 p.m. — Music In Motion Dance Studio — Tickets Required — Create magical memories at this enchanting dance for dads and their daughters.
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Ghost - The Musical
8:00–11:00 p.m. — Peninsula Community Theatre — Tickets starting at $57 — Experience the magic of love and loss in this mesmerizing musical adaptation of a beloved film.
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One City Nautical Mile Fun Run
9:30 a.m. — City Center at Oyster Point — Registration fee applies — Kids and adults dash one Nautical Mile through Newport News.
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Creciendo Juntos: Networking Event
6-8:30 p.m. — Mezcal Mexican Cuisine — Limited availability — Connect with Latino microbusinesses and enhance your entrepreneurial skills.
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Joshua Bell Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Diamonstein Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of exquisite violin music from the celebrated GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Joshua Bell.
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