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Newport News
Saturday, June 14th, 2025
Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newport News police said a child was found wandering unsupervised in the Stoney Run neighborhood on Friday morning and are asking anyone who recognizes the approximately 2-year-old to call 911 or 757-247-2500 — police and Child Protective Services work to locate the child's parents. WTKR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Newport News Police Department asked for help Friday after finding a 2-year-old child unsupervised in the Stoney Run area near Denbigh Boulevard, and anyone who recognizes the child is urged to call 911 or 757-247-2500. WAVY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local residents in Newport News can explore a list of Juneteenth celebrations running throughout June—featuring history, music and performances. Nearby cities have set specific dates for their events while the full schedule shows both returning and new activities. WTKR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On June 12, about 100 golfers played at Kiln Creek Golf Club and Resort in a tournament organized by Newport News Public Schools + Newport News Education Foundation. The event raised funds for scholarships, teacher mini-grants, and local school programs. Newport News Public Schools
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local environmental groups say a proposal for a wetland bank in Prince George County may let developers buy credits outside Hampton Roads—this could weaken flood protection and harm local coastal ecosystems. 13News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Naval Safety Command said 22 sailors and 11 marines died in motorcycle accidents, the highest count since 2008—new safety measures and required rider training will be added this summer to prevent more loss of life. WAVY
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Pollinator Play Day at Green Drinks
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Bird Girl Bottle Shop — Free entry — Celebrate pollinators through hands-on activities led by local artist Okailey Okai.
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Object-Oriented Programming in C# Rev. 6.1 Training
N/A — June 23-27 — Genesis Training Center, Newport News, VA — $2090 — Enhance your skills with hands-on C# programming courses led by experts.
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Free Pickleball Open Play
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Huntington Park Tennis Center — Free entry — Enjoy casual pickleball games while meeting fellow sports enthusiasts.
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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 a driving improvement class and receive your certificate the same day.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News — $68 — Complete your driving improvement training and get certified on the same day.
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