Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
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🎓 Education
BayPort Foundation's ACT Grant invested $500,000 in the New Teacher Institute to improve teacher retention in Newport News Public Schools with partners Ferguson, Newport News Shipbuilding, & Virginia Natural Gas.
The program reduced teacher turnover from 36% to 16% in its first year.
🎉 Newport News Events
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Annual Makeup Blowout Sale
10 AM - 5 PM — Holiday Inn Newport News - Hampton by IHG — Free entry — Enjoy massive discounts on makeup, skincare, and hair care products with free glitter gifts.
Spring Eggstravaganza
12-5 p.m. — King-Lincoln Park — Free entry — Celebrate spring with fun activities, attractions, and entertainment for the whole family.
Robert Plant Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Diamonstein Concert Hall — Tickets available — Experience an evening with the legendary lead vocalist of Led Zeppelin presenting new music with his band Saving Grace.
Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Lee Hall Mansion
Family fun — 10 a.m. — Lee Hall Mansion — Free entry — Celebrate spring with an exciting Easter egg hunt steeped in community tradition.
Fire & Rain Music Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Diamonstein Concert Hall — Tickets required — Experience a nostalgic evening with classic hits from legendary artists like James Taylor and Joni Mitchell.
Stormwater Education: Understanding Flood Risk
1:30-3 p.m. — Main Street Library — Free entry — Learn valuable flood risk information and debunk myths while engaging with community experts.
Norfolk Youth Council Teen Expo 2026
12–3 p.m. — Norview Community Center — Free entry — Get inspired with door prizes, T-shirts, and free lunch at this empowering youth event.
🏠 Newport News Real Estate
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💼 Newport News Job Board
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📣 Newport News Announcements
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