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Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, Newport News. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Newport News Public Schools students showcased innovative programming at the VSTE Annual Conference on Dec. 7 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. They joined teachers in panel discussions and poster sessions (highlighting their summer STEAM Camp program) to share ideas on coding and future-ready skills. Newport News Public Schools
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hospital volunteers at Riverside Regional Medical Center sew stuffed animals for children and stockings for newborns each Tuesday morning, bringing holiday comfort to patients and families in Newport News. WTKR
- ➤ A sewage spill on Dec. 16 led Poquoson officials to ban shellfish harvesting in the river, and the restriction will remain until Jan. 6 to protect public health. 13News Now
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Virginia Regional Ballet - The Nutcracker
1:30-3 p.m. — Diamonstein Concert Hall — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the classic holiday ballet performance of The Nutcracker by Virginia Regional Ballet.
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Winter Nature Nights
5:30-8:15 p.m. — Virginia Living Museum — Check the website for admission details — Experience a winter wonderland with festive lights, holiday games, and a visit from Santa.
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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 your driving improvement training with a same-day certificate in a welcoming environment.
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New Year's Eve Comedy Show with Claude Stuart
6:30 p.m. — Cozzy's Comedy Club & Tavern — $15 tickets — Experience the explosive comedy of Claude Stuart this New Year's Eve.
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Super Tuesday Hiring Event
9 AM – 12 PM — Virginia Career Works - Hampton Center — Free entry — Live on-the-spot interviews with top employers from the Hampton Roads area showcasing various job opportunities.
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