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Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A serious crash on Sandbridge Road in Virginia Beach resulted in one person hospitalized and the closure of the road, with a temporary detour in place at Dam Neck Base. WTKR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dierks Bentley will perform in Virginia Beach on July 10 during his Broken Branches tour, featuring guests Zach Top and The Band Loula, with tickets available from Friday. 13News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Beach is rated as the eighth least affordable city for single renters in the U.S., with single renters spending 32.21% of their income on studio rent. WTKR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Environmental groups have filed a petition urging Virginia to mandate bycatch reduction devices on crab pots to protect terrapin turtles from drowning. Daily Press
- ➤ Virginia Beach's coastline is undergoing a replenishment project adding 950,000 cubic yards of sand to enhance and protect the shore. WAVY
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Virginia Beach homeowners are protecting themselves from unexpected repair costs with Money's recommended home warranty plans, which cover essential appliances and systems against normal wear and tear that traditional homeowners insurance doesn't include. Money
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LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ An 83-year-old couple, who first met in 1947, celebrated their enduring love with a rededication ceremony on Valentine's Day in Virginia Beach. WTKR
- ➤ Gran Patron, a Mexican restaurant with 35 years of operation in Hampton Roads, is expanding to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, promising guests an enhanced dining experience with ocean views. The Virginian-Pilot
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Combined Rhyme Time for Infants at Kempsville Area Library
This interactive session focuses on enhancing early language and large motor skills in children aged 6-24 months through songs, rhymes, and hands-on activities with a caregiver.
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Toddler Time Play Session at Get Air Trampoline Park
This weekly event provides a safe jumping environment exclusively for toddlers and their guardians every Tuesday and Thursday morning.
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Carbon Leaf Concert
Carbon Leaf will perform live at Elevation 27 in Virginia Beach, offering an evening of musical entertainment.
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Kids Night Out at Simon Family Jewish Community Center
An engaging evening for children aged 4-12 featuring games, crafts, snacks, and swimming activities.
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Kids Adventure Terrarium Workshop at PlantHouse
This workshop invites children aged 6 and above to create their own terrariums using air plants and various decorations, promoting creativity and hands-on learning in a family-friendly environment.
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Combined Rhyme Time for Infants
An interactive program designed to enhance early language and motor skills in children aged 6 to 24 months through songs, rhymes, and activities, requiring caregiver participation.
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Toddler Time at Get Air Trampoline Park
This event provides a toddler-only jumping experience at Get Air Trampoline Park, allowing young children and their guardians to have fun in a safe environment every Tuesday and Thursday morning.
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Teen Gaming Drop-In Event
A drop-in event featuring 1.5 hours of board games and video games for high school students and homeschool teens.
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Toddler Time at Get Air Trampoline Park
This event offers a dedicated time for toddlers under 46 inches to enjoy jumping and playing at Get Air Trampoline Park, exclusively for them and their guardians.
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The Hookz®: UNHOOKED Acoustic Duo Performance at Hot Tuna
Enjoy an evening of acoustic music featuring The Hookz, a Virginia-based rock n' roll band, at Hot Tuna in Virginia Beach.
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