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Tuesday, March 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Authorities in James City County said one person died after an Amtrak train struck a Toyota Highlander that crossed the tracks at Peach Street around 4:30 on Monday afternoon, and no train passengers were hurt as crews worked on repairs causing extended delays. WTKR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Hampton police responded to a shooting on the 400 block of Michigan Drive Monday morning—where a man suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital. WAVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Adm. Daryl Caudle, U.S. Fleet Forces Commander, said the Navy uses artificial intelligence for managing personnel records, equipment readiness & sorting data to support deployment preparations. He added that the Ford will deploy to the U.S. 6th Fleet area in the summer. WTKR
- ➤ The Norfolk-based USS Gravely—recently returned from fighting Houthis in the Red Sea—departed Naval Weapons Station Yorktown to deploy in support of U.S. southern border protection. U.S. Fleet Forces Commander Adm. Daryl Caudle said the ship will soon conduct intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions to help stop transnational criminal trafficking. WTKR
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Spring is a great time for Newport News residents to start a vegetable garden because warm weather, ample sunlight, and nutrient-rich soil help plants like peas, spinach, and lettuce grow easily. Gardeners are advised to begin small with a raised bed—such as a 4-by-8 space—to learn proper care while enjoying fresh produce. WAVY
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers have proposed a grant program that gives first-time homebuyers up to $10,000 or 5% of the purchase price—helping with closing costs. Buyers must have lived in a home they did not own for at least three years and meet income limits, and they will have to repay the grant if they sell within three years once it is approved by Governor Glenn Youngkin. WAVY
TRAVEL NEWS
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National Geographic Live Featuring Tara Roberts
Esteemed scientific magazine National Geographic presents a speaker series with Tara Roberts, showcasing captivating programs across various cities.
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Driver Improvement Course in Newport News, VA
This driving improvement course offers participants the opportunity to enhance their driving skills and receive a certificate of completion in a convenient hotel setting.
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Book Signing Event Featuring Elle Cosimano and Olivia Blacke
Celebrate the release of 'Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave' with authors Elle Cosimano and Olivia Blacke at a book signing event in Newport News.
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Spring EGGstravaganza
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. | King-Lincoln Park | Food available for purchase | Celebrate spring with a petting zoo, live entertainment, and fun family activities.
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CK Music Live at Tradition Brewing
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Tradition Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy live music while sampling local brews in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Symphonie Fantastique
8 PM – 8 PM — Ferguson Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Experience a captivating orchestral journey with Clyne, Adams, and Berlioz.
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Ben Rosenblum Trio at Ella Fitzgerald Music Festival
8 PM – 2 AM — Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center — Check local listings — Celebrate the First Lady of Song with a jazz performance by Ben Rosenblum Trio.
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Bobby Blackhat Band Concert
6-11 p.m. — Diamonstein Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying unpredictability of a Bobby Blackhat show with award-winning talent.
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