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Friday, September 5th, 2025
Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ James City County police are asking the public to help locate missing 16-year-old Devaughn Gray—who was last seen on Cowpen Court on Wednesday evening—and anyone with information should call 757-566-0112. 13News Now
- ➤ Newport News police arrested Robert Keith Packer on Thursday at 12:30 p.m. in connection with a dog attack on Barbour Drive—where two dogs injured four people on Monday and two required hospital care—and charged him with Felony Animal Attack, Dogs Running at Large, and Failure to Pay City Dog Tax. WTKR
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Saturday night's drawing will feature a $1.7 billion Powerball jackpot where a winner can choose a 30-year annuity or a lump sum with a cash value of roughly $770.3 million—24% is withheld immediately for federal taxes. Net payouts will depend on state taxes—Virginia residents are expected to receive about $441,039,730 if cash is chosen. 13News Now
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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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PB&J: When Instruments Roamed the Earth!
3-9 p.m. — Diamonstein Concert Hall — Tickets on sale — Experience a hilarious journey into classical music for a new generation of listeners.
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World Ballet Company: Cinderella
6-7:30 p.m. — Diamonstein Concert Hall — Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella brought to life by the World Ballet Company in a captivating performance.
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Youth Volunteer Corps Pickleball Tournament
Oct 3-5 — Kiln Creek Golf Club and Resort — Registration details available — Compete in pickleball and enhance your skills in a vibrant local tournament.
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Driver Improvement Course in Newport News, VA
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News — $68 cash or money order only — Complete a DMV-ordered driving course and receive your certificate on the same day.
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