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Thursday, July 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Since Memorial Day, nine children under five drowned in pools across Virginia; the latest incident happened over the weekend in Tidewater—Virginia Department of Health officials warn that even two inches of water can be fatal if children are unsupervised. WAVY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Retail Catalyst is a new program that will help entrepreneurs in specific areas of Portsmouth, Norfolk, Newport News and Hampton by offering loans from a $500,000 pool, with individual loans up to $35,000—partners include a local credit union, small business developers and retail organizations. The program will also provide business coaching and a 14-week certificate course to help expand or launch new businesses. WAVY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Newport News police say a woman died following a shooting on Aqua Vista Drive Wednesday night after officers responded at 9:26 p.m.—they found her with a life-threatening gunshot wound and she was taken to a local hospital where she later died—the investigation is ongoing with no suspect details available. WTKR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hampton Roads Transit completed its smart bus stop project that began in 2020 by installing over 2,600 stops with QR codes that show real-time bus information + allow riders to send alerts for trash and safety issues. The new stops now help riders plan their bus trips better across the region. WAVY
- ➤ Newport News City Council invested $4 million to transform the airport into an Air Commerce Park—shifting its focus from commercial flights to emerging fields like air manufacturing, eVTOL, logistics, and aerospace research while retaining dozens of current jobs. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine secured $6 million in federal funds to rebuild 6,500 feet of taxiways as part of the project. 13News Now
- ➤ Sheriff Gabe Morgan said Newport News City Jail is overcrowded and in need of many repairs after seven inmates left their cells this month—he has urged city leaders to plan a new jail as part of a court complex master plan that will launch this fall. WTKR
- ➤ Newport News City Council announced Wednesday that the airport will receive $4 million to help turn it into an Air Commerce Park—$3 million for essential operations and $1 million for strategic projects. The plan is designed to boost economic growth as federal funds support taxiway improvements and a press conference was held Wednesday at 1 p.m. WAVY
TRAVEL NEWS
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Comedy Show at The Fort Eustis Club
8-10 p.m. — The Fort Eustis Club — $20 at the door — Enjoy an evening of laughter with an all-star lineup of comedians hosted by Team Fred.
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Newport News Pokémon League Playtime
12-4 p.m. — Atomic Comics Emporium II — Free entry — Connect with fellow Pokémon fans to play, trade, and win awesome prizes.
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Laughter and Dining at Chef's Market
7:30 p.m. — Chef's Market Food Hall & Butcher Shop — $40 — Enjoy a delightful evening filled with laughter across multiple courses paired with an adult beverage.
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Cristina Vane in Concert
9 PM - 12 AM — Tech Center Research Park — Free entry — Experience the rich musical journey of Cristina Vane, blending her diverse cultural background into a captivating performance.
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Cultivating Our Panamanian Roots - Panamanian Folkloric Encounter 2025
5 PM – 1 AM — Newport News Marriott at City Center — Details to be confirmed — Celebrate the vibrant culture of Panama with traditional attire contests and performances.
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Mermaid Festival
11 AM – 2 PM — Anderson's Newport News — Free entry — Dive into a fin-tastic day of fun with mermaid-themed activities and local delights.
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Gospel Musical Extravaganza For The Soul
6:30-11:00 p.m. — Hub 757 — Ticketed event — Celebrate faith and community with uplifting performances and support for a new church sanctuary.
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Ladies Day at Chef's Market
12:00–10:30 p.m. — Chef's Market Food Hall & Butcher Shop — Free entry — Celebrate women in music and support local women-owned vendors with fun activities and entertainment.
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Hannah J Live Performance
6 PM – 12 AM — Cove Tavern — Check for ticket info — Experience the music of singer/songwriter Hannah J, a rising star from Williamsburg, VA.
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3rd Annual MADE in Newport News
5-8 p.m. — City Center at Oyster Point — Free entry — Celebrate local culture and community at this lively block party event.
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