Today
in Virginia Beach
Sunday, April 13th, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Today in Virginia Beach.
Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 12th, the Virginia Press Association honored The Independent News with six awards—recognizing reporting, photography and commentary by contributors including Dr. Karen Beardslee Kwasny, Jim Roberts, Bill Tiernan and John Doucette for its final year of publication. The newspaper, which printed its last edition in December after nearly a decade in Virginia Beach, was celebrated at the conference in Richmond. The Princess Anne Independent News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday afternoon, a police chase that began in North Carolina ended in a crash on Interstate 64 when Chesapeake officers deployed spike strips and Virginia State Police took the suspect into custody near the Indian River Road exit—one trooper was treated for non-life-threatening injuries after the vehicle struck three state police vehicles. 13News Now
- ➤ Chesapeake police said a car chase that began in Elizabeth City ended April 12th when a suspect vehicle hit three state police cars on I-64 near the Indian River Road exit and 53-year-old Heather Barrington was arrested and charged with disregarding police command, assault on law enforcement and reckless endangerment with a child present — one trooper was injured. WTKR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A therapy dog aged 14 months named Skippy Junior works at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital to bring comfort to patients and staff — he honors the legacy of a pet who served nearly eight years until his sudden death last February. Nursing student Raquel Perez said his calm presence helped ease her anxiety during a stressful day. WTKR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Today in Virginia Beach.
-
Boys Day Camp 8-12
8 AM – 5 PM — Camp Hope Haven — Registration fee applies — A week of fun and activities designed for boys aged 8 to 12.
-
Gareth Reynolds Live Stand-Up Comedy
6:00 – 8:30 PM — Funny Bone Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience clever comedy and sharp wit from internationally touring comedian Gareth Reynolds.
-
Brydge Kauflin Duo Performance
7 p.m. — The Roads Bistro — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of jazz standards with the Brydge Kauflin Duo.
-
Swan Lake
7-11 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Check event page for tickets — Experience a ballet masterpiece with stunning choreography and enchanting music.
-
Bethany Gates Performance
6 PM – 12 AM — Wasserhund Brewing Company — Cost Info Not Provided — Enjoy an evening with singer-songwriter Bethany Gates showcasing her talent and supporting local charities.
-
Comedy Night at the Wyndham
7:30-9 p.m. — 57th Street Wyndham Oceanfront — Free parking available — Experience pro stand-up comedy featuring Tim Young and more in a chill setting.
-
Epic City Scavenger Hunt in Virginia Beach
1-3 p.m. — Virginia Beach — Ticket required — Explore the city in a fun, app-based scavenger hunt with challenges and riddles.
-
Virginia Beach SWaM & MBE Opportunities Event
9:30-11:30 a.m. — The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach — Free entry — Explore SWaM and MBE opportunities for local drainage improvement projects.
-
Spring Fling Community Connections
4-7 p.m. — BHG Parking Lot — Free entry — Mingle with neighbors, enjoy music and food while connecting with local recovery services.
-
The Hookz® Live Acoustic Show
8 PM – 12 AM — Murphy’s Irish Pub — Free entry — Experience vibrant rock n' roll sounds with The Hookz acoustic trio every Wednesday night.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Today in Virginia Beach.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life is a single-player game. You compete with your previous self.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Today in Virginia Beach
Welcome to the Today in Virginia Beach, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Virginia Beach, Virginia community. If you like the Today in Virginia Beach, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Virginia Beach.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Virginia Beach and across Virginia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Today in Virginia Beach
A free Virginia Beach community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://todayinvirginiabeach.com/sitemap