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in Virginia Beach
Thursday, January 30th, 2025
Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A gas leak in Virginia Beach led to the closure of South Military Highway, with officials urging the public to seek alternative routes; no injuries or public threats were reported. WAVY
- ➤ A multi-vehicle collision on Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach resulted in eight hospitalizations, with two individuals in very serious condition, and led to significant traffic disruptions. 13News Now
- ➤ A 12-year-old boy, Juan Sebastian Mejia Acevedo, missing in Virginia Beach since Friday, was confirmed dead from accidental drowning by the Virginia Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. 13News Now
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Baby and Me Coffee Hour at Simon Family JCC
This free event invites guardians with babies up to 24 months to enjoy refreshments, activities, and discussions every other Friday at the Simon Family Jewish Community Center.
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Singer Songwriter Saturdays in Virginia Beach
Enjoy live performances by diverse local musicians in the ViBe Creative District while supporting small, eco-friendly, and culinary businesses.
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72nd Annual Mid-Atlantic Sports and Boat Show
The show features a wide array of boats, watercraft, and marine gear, along with family-friendly activities aimed at promoting boating as an affordable recreational option.
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Combined Preschool Storytime at Oceanfront Area Library
This storytime event for children aged 3-5 includes books, rhymes, and literacy activities designed to promote early reading skills and confidence in a caregiver-supported environment.
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Junior Naturalist Program: Explore Virginia Beach Wildlife
This interactive program invites children ages 3 to 8 to learn about local wildlife through monthly themed explorations, culminating in a field trip to Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
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Children's Storytime at Barnes & Noble Town Center
A weekly storytime event where children's picture books are read by a professional at Barnes & Noble.
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Onesies Rhyme Time at Princess Anne Library
A free event for toddlers and their caregivers featuring rhymes, books, and activities to enhance early language skills.
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Baby Paint & Play at Kempsville Area Library
A messy and creative session for babies aged 3 to 24 months to explore various artistic styles with their caregivers.
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Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Virginia Beach
Experience an interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show featuring a hilarious true crime story where guests solve the mystery while enjoying a delicious meal.
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Beginner Spring Lacrosse Clinic for Kids
This clinic offers an introduction to lacrosse for boys and girls in grades K through 8, featuring equipment loan opportunities.
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