Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
Good morning, Virginia Beach.
SynHERgi, the local all-woman band from Hampton Roads, will perform at Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger’s inauguration on Saturday, Jan.
17 to showcase their blend of R&B, pop and funk music.
Little Theatre of Virginia Beach opens its production of Stick Fly today at the venue; the dramatic comedy by Lydia R.
Diamond explores family ties, secrets and privilege in a vacation home setting plus tickets start at $25 with discounts available for performances running until Feb. 8.
Pitbull announced his 35-city North America tour with Lil Jon & his Virginia Beach show is scheduled for Fri, Aug.
21 at Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater; tickets go on sale Friday, Jan. 30 at 10 a.m.
Retired conductor JoAnn Falletta released her new book of poetry titled Love Letters to Music, which expands her 2004 collection with 45 additional poems.
The work shares her lifelong passion for music (and will be accompanied by a documentary set for release this year).
On Friday, a federal judge will hear arguments on Dominion Energy's challenge to the 90-day suspension of its offshore wind project off Virginia Beach—if the judge is convinced, construction will resume from a pause imposed over national security concerns.
Amtrak trips between Hampton Roads and Washington, D.C. are temporarily replaced by bus service as crews expand rail service on the Long Bridge (a 100-year-old structure) with two trains each from Norfolk and Newport News plus two direct buses.
Virginia health officials reported a preschool-age child from the Eastern Region (including Hampton Roads) died from flu complications, marking the first pediatric fatality of the 2025–26 flu season.
The department urged eligible Virginians to get vaccinated as flu activity remains moderate.
A report shows that trauma teams at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and Virginia Beach General Hospital treated 135 electric scooter riders for injuries in 2025, with most accidents occurring at night when riders were inebriated and few wore helmets.
Homeowners in Hampton Roads are receiving 2026 property tax assessment notices with varying mailing dates and appeal deadlines, as Virginia Beach notices start March 1 and Norfolk notices are mailed by April 1 — residents who see large value increases can challenge assessments by reviewing property details against market sales.
Morning At The Movies Scholarship Fundraiser
10:30 a.m. — Virginia Beach, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd — $25 Donation — Celebrate 75 years of 'Fun with a Purpose' while supporting scholarships.
Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Training
4-5 p.m. — Virginia Beach Location — Course Fee Required — Learn vital first aid and CPR skills for emergency situations.
Midweek Dance Social
6-9:30 p.m. — DanceSportVA — $8 for members, $11 for associate members — A lively dance event featuring lessons and open dancing to unwind midweek.
Musical Entertainment with Kevin Furey
4-5 p.m. — Virginia Beach, VA — Free entry — Enjoy heartfelt tunes from the 50s to 70s along with personal stories from Kevin Furey.
Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul Favorites
8:45-10 p.m. — Zeiders American Dream Theater — Tickets required — Experience soulful renditions of beloved tracks by Prince and Childish Gambino in a unique candlelight setting.
Dial Up Tour - Brainrack and Shizz Lo Live
9-11 p.m. — Peabody's Nightclub — Tickets available — Catch Brainrack delivering an electrifying performance in Virginia Beach.
Figure Drawing with Monica Turley
4:30-6 p.m. — Creative Well Art Foundation — $40 — Experience a meditative figure drawing session to enhance your artistic skills.
Game Days at D&B
11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — Game day deals available — Enjoy tasty wings and fun games in a lively atmosphere.
Breakfast Baking Class for Kids and Teens
5:30-8 p.m. — May's Wholesale Bakery — Cost information not provided — Bake delicious scones, biscuits, and coffee cake while learning essential techniques.
PiN Winter Shelter
10 p.m. — Trinity Church — Free entry — Providing warm meals and a safe sleeping environment for individuals experiencing homelessness.
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