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At Virginia Beach Oceanfront, meteorologist Tony Nargi recorded sand temperatures rising to nearly 130° by noon, a level that can cause burns. Residents Kiana and Maria advised wearing thick-soled footwear (avoid flimsy flip flops) and suggested visiting before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m. to stay safe.

Developers proposed to build over 250 apartment units on the Back Bay’s Farmhouse site off Kempsville Road after making neighborhood-driven changes, including relocating garages and adding community space (as confirmed by the Planning Commission). The project will be reviewed by City Council next month.

Virginia Beach restaurant owners say the 7.5% meals tax raises costs and has led the local restaurant association to launch its '86 the VB Meals Tax campaign — aiming to reduce the tax and target city council races while noting added credit card fees burden customers.

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