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Newport News
Saturday, April 26th, 2025
Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Langley Air Force Base said the Air Power Over Hampton Roads show will proceed despite a fatal plane crash on Thursday that killed a pilot while trying to land—NTSB investigators will review the controls, engine, and maintenance logs and expect a full report in 12 to 18 months. 13News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police in Newport News are searching for a person of interest after the death of 79 year old Hendrika Elizabeth Richards was ruled a homicide when officers found her body during a welfare check at a home in the 300 block of Heacox Lane on Monday morning — authorities say there is no danger to the community. 13News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ella Fitzgerald Middle School celebrated its 50th school year on its namesake's birthday on April 25th with music, speeches, and a commemorative proclamation by Newport News Public Schools. The school opened a new outdoor seating area — built by teachers and students — that will serve as an outdoor classroom and gathering space. Newport News Public Schools
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WTKR and Sportsplug 757 launched the No Limit Sports podcast Friday night to cover Hampton Roads sports topics. The first episode examined the Commanders’ pick, offensive lineman Josh Conerly Jr. from Oregon expected to protect quarterback Jayden Daniels, + it also discussed Michael Vick’s start as head coach at Norfolk State in his first spring game. WTKR
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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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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.
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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.
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