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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Beach's Parks and Recreation Department opened the renovated Mount Trashmore Park playground today — the $1.6 million project added slides, climbers and nets with safety surfacing, expanded Kid's Cove by 3,200 square feet and improved the stairs and the smaller playground off Edwin Drive. WTKR
- ➤ The Daybreak newscast now streams live until 9 a.m. on 13NewsNow+ every weekday—offering extra time for live traffic, weather, and local news with anchors Ashley, Eugene, Craig and Marta. It is available for free on smart TVs and major streaming platforms. 13News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Virginia Beach police arrested 18-year-old Josiah Spann for a cell phone robbery on Sassafras Court in which a man was followed after he was asked for a lighter and then fired his own gun in self-defense — authorities said his case is linked to an earlier shooting that injured a 17-year-old while a third shooting on Haygood Road remains unrelated. 13News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kelly Education is launching an online training program for substitute teachers in Virginia to help address over 3,100 teacher vacancies—offering courses lasting five hours, 10 hours, or 20 hours that focus on classroom management, executing lesson plans, and understanding student learning. The program is already available in Missouri and Wisconsin and aims to better prepare substitutes for long-term classroom coverage. WAVY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Invasive spotted lanternflies are expected to move into Hampton Roads as warmer temperatures accelerate their growth and threaten local trees, vines, and food crops. Researchers from Old Dominion University advise residents to look for adult insects and egg masses and report any sightings to the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. WAVY
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Paulmichael Youngmills, a Navy veteran and fiduciary financial advisor, said active duty and veteran members should hold their investments — warning that selling locks in losses — after the first quarter saw a 4.6% drop in U.S. stocks. He advised older veterans to choose cash withdrawals over loans and said more guidance will be offered at the American Legion Post 327 fish fry at 5 p.m. Friday, May 2 in Norfolk. WAVY
SPORTS NEWS
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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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CBA Night at Wasserhund Brewing Company
5-10 p.m. — Wasserhund Brewing Company — 25% of sales benefit charity — CBA families unite for a night of fun, food, and community spirit.
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