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Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Colony Pines report several cats have been injured by suspected traps while animal welfare & a game warden investigate, and neighbors have increased the reward from $500 to $1500 for tips on the culprit. 13News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Newport News Public Schools will hold asynchronous virtual classes on April 21 due to security concerns from high voter turnout as local schools serve as polling stations. Nearby districts such as Chesapeake and Hampton are also adjusting their schedules in response. WTKR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Tim Kaine hosted a roundtable in Williamsburg today where local pharmacists warned that low reimbursement rates by PBMs risk closing independent pharmacies, a change that could limit access to medications in underserved communities—lawmakers have passed reforms set to take effect in 2029 if faster action is not taken. 13News Now
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Mariners’ MilKids Fest
12-4 p.m. — The Mariners' Museum and Park — Free for military families and museum members — Celebrate the Month of the Military Child with fun activities and resources honoring military kids.
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