Good morning, Newport 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.