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Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Beach police charged 18-year-old Josiah Spann after he was shot during an alleged robbery attempt on Sassafras Court at 8:30 p.m. on Monday — he now faces charges of armed robbery, malicious wounding, shooting in the commission of a felony and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony — officials said. 13News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ After nearly four hours of deliberation, a jury ordered Dominion Energy to pay Walton Funeral Home $349,842 for part of its Holland Road property used for the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project — a business that has operated for more than 58 years — and the owner said the move has lowered the property's value. WAVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Beach city council proposed a boat tax of $1.50 per $100 assessed value for privately owned pleasure boats 18 feet and above in the FY 2025-26 budget—a change boat owners say sharply raises costs. About a dozen residents voiced concerns at Wednesday’s meeting and warned the tax could drive boat business to nearby cities, while council leaders are considering alternatives ahead of a final decision on May 13. WTKR
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Junior Marvin Concert
8-10 PM — Elevation 27 — $30 — Catch Junior Marvin live at Elevation 27 for an unforgettable night of music.
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The Hookz Acoustic Performance
6-12 p.m. — Calypso Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience an intimate acoustic show with The Hookz at the Oceanfront.
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VIBE CHECK Music Festival
12 p.m. to 11 p.m. — 24th Street Park — 2 Day Ticket — Enjoy an electrifying lineup of artists from various genres on the stunning Virginia Beach coastline.
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Comedy Bootcamp Graduation Show
2-4:30 p.m. — Scandals Live — Support local military-connected comedians in their graduation performance after six weeks of comedy training.
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Military Mondays
11 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — Free $10 Power Card with military ID — Enjoy discounts and gaming for active military and veterans every Monday.
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