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Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Newport News Public Schools rescheduled its Update to the Community event for October 23 at 6:30 p.m. at Hines Middle School—NNPS leaders will update the community on school transportation, zoning, and Magnet and Specialty Programs and ask for feedback through a survey after the event. Newport News Public Schools
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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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