Good morning, Newport News.

Aerobatic pilot Rob Holland, aged 50, died in a crash at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton — the National Transportation Safety Board is now investigating the cause.

After his one-man show at Norfolk State University, actor Tim Reid explained he is called the Black Forest Gump because his humble beginnings in Hampton Roads helped shape his successful Hollywood career—he is best known for his role on Sister, Sister.

The 2nd Annual Executive Briefing on early care and education will be held at ODU Chartway Arena — Big Blue Room at 4320 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, where speakers will explain how quality childcare helps children learn and boosts our economy.

Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. — a continental breakfast is served before talks by Dr. Bob McNab and Dr. Suzanne Brixey begin.

Newport News Public Schools hosted the VSBA Regional Spring Networking Forum at Woodside High School on April 22 — Chairman Lisa Surles-Law welcomed guests while board member Douglas Brown delivered the invocation and student representative Razvan Verde introduced featured speaker Jordan Moody as attendees enjoyed dinner, art contest judging, and musical performances from local high schools.

The Better Business Bureau warns that scammers are targeting people who need REAL IDs for domestic flights after May 7.

The agency said to be wary of extra requests like bank or credit card numbers—visit the DMV in person for valid IDs.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

2025 Small Business Symposium

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center — Free entry — Explore financing options and network with local entrepreneurs and supply chain professionals.

Driver Improvement Course

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News — $68 cash or money order only — Complete your Driving Improvement Class and get certified the same day.