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Thursday, August 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Newport News Public Schools has used strong teaching methods and clear support to boost scores on the Standards of Learning tests – Greenwood Elementary improved by up to 21 percentage points in math and science – and the district will share more results when state scores are released soon. Newport News Public Schools
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Newport News City Council approved a $400M Navy plan to expand military housing downtown with 750 new units—this project will replace old buildings and add retail space. Construction will begin in the spring or summer next year, and the project will be built in two phases to include amenities like a gym and food services. WTKR
SHOP NEWS
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Corey Pavlosky Live at Berret's Seafood
3:30-9:30 p.m. — Berret's Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Newport News' own Corey Pavlosky in a scenic seafood venue.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News — $68 cash or money order only — Improve your driving skills and receive your completion certificate on the same day.
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Gospel Concert with Luther Barnes
8-11 p.m. — New Beech Grove Baptist Church — Free entry — Experience soulful gospel music with the talented Luther Barnes live.
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