Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of October.
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💼 Business
HII Newport News Shipbuilding experienced a yard-wide power outage on Monday, Oct.
5 that affected much of downtown. First and second shift shipbuilders were told not to report, while essential staff received notices and third shift employees reported as scheduled + remote work was encouraged.
🎓 Education
Newport News Public Schools adapted physical education teacher Andrea Williams-Roots was named 2026 Adapted Physical Educator Teacher of the Year by the Virginia Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance.
She will be honored at a convention in Lynchburg on Oct. 24-25 — a recognition of her long-term dedication since she began teaching in 1992.
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