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Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A nurse at Riverside Cancer Care Center in Newport News fought stage 2 breast cancer while pregnant in December 2020 — she credits early check-ups with helping her deliver a healthy baby and now shares her story to stress the need for early detection. She will join the Making Strides of Peninsula Walk 2025 on Oct. 19 at Newport News Park to honor her journey and support others. WTKR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Norfolk State Spartans used a bye week after a 31 to 14 loss to Wofford to regroup for MEAC play. Coaches say extra practice will help— the team plans to return on October 25 to face South Carolina State at 2 p.m. 13News Now
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Driver Improvement Course
9 AM – 5 PM — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News — $68 cash or money order only — Complete the driving improvement class and receive your Certificate of Completion on the same day.
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Floyd Nation Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Diamonstein Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of Pink Floyd with an impressive live tribute performance.
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Newport News Greek Festival
9:30 AM – 6 PM — Hellenic Community Center — Free entry — Experience a taste of Greece with delicious food, culture, and entertainment over three festive days.
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Edgar Allan Poe Dinner Theater
10 PM - 10 PM — Historic Boxwood Inn — Ticket prices vary — Experience the chilling tales of Poe accompanied by a themed four-course meal.
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World Arts Celebration 2025
10 AM – 3 PM — Christopher Newport University — Free entry — Celebrate global culture through art, performances, and family-friendly activities.
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Corey Pavlosky Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Cove Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy a duo show featuring local musician Corey Pavlosky in a vibrant tavern atmosphere.
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Halloween Night with Deadrise
7-10 p.m. — City Center at Oyster Point — Cost unknown — Celebrate Halloween with live music, delicious food, and a costume contest.
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Driver Improvement Course
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News — $68 cash or money order — Complete your Driving Improvement Class and receive your Certificate of Completion the same day.
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Get The Led Out - Tribute Band
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Diamonstein Concert Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the legendary sounds of Led Zeppelin brought to life by an epic tribute band.
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The Beach Boys Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Diamonstein Concert Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the unforgettable sound of The Beach Boys as they celebrate over 50 years of music.
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