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Newport News
Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police said a man was killed in a shooting in Newport News Friday afternoon when officers responded to a call just after 3 p.m. at the 800 block of 35th Street—he died at the hospital about 90 minutes later. WTKR
- ➤ On April 13—three people robbed an individual in the Chili's parking lot at the 12500 block of Jefferson Avenue while wearing all black clothing, and Newport News police are asking community members for help identifying the suspects. WAVY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Katherine Johnson Elementary School received the Christine Darden STEM Community Partnerships Award from the Family & Community Engagement Learning Network and Successful Innovations Inc on April 17 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Teachers and community partners organized a STEM Night event that was recognized for its impact on student and family engagement. Newport News Public Schools
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Homebuyers Seminar
5-7 p.m. — Goodrich & Watson Insurers, Inc. — Free entry — Unlock the secret to buying in today’s current market.
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Salsa's Latin Dance Party
11 p.m. - 2 a.m. — Salsa's Mexican Grill — No cover — Enjoy vibrant Latin beats while you dance the night away with friends.
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Do The '80s Pub Crawl
4:30-9:00 p.m. — Brickhouse Tavern — 25% OFF with code RAD25 — Relive the '80s with contests, prizes, and a night of neon nostalgia.
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The Music of Star Wars
8 PM – 10 PM — Ferguson Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic music of Star Wars performed by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 AM - 5 PM — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News (Oyster Point) — Cost info not provided — Enhance driving skills and knowledge at this local improvement course.
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Mahler Symphony No. 9
7:30-9 p.m. — Ferguson Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sublime and lush sounds of Mahler’s Ninth Symphony under the direction of Eric Jacobsen.
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Relay For Life Peninsula VA
5-9 p.m. — Port Warwick — Donations encouraged — Celebrate and honor cancer survivors and those lost through this community-focused event by raising funds for cancer research.
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Tidewater Chapter HOW Kayak Fishing Event
8 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Beaverdam Park — Free for veterans and first responders — Experience a day of kayak fishing with family-friendly activities and lunch included.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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