Good morning, Virginia Beach.

Soup Love will open a new store in Hilltop North Shopping Center after leasing a retail space that is 1,020 feet long as its third local location.

The business offers 20 types of soup made from scratch including Brunswick stew, chicken & dumplings, chicken noodle soup and Matzoh ball soup.

On May 17, the Rising Sun Pow Wow will be held at Mount Trashmore Park from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. The free event will feature live music, drumming, storytelling and Native American cultural displays—attendees are encouraged to bring chairs due to limited seating.

The Virginia Beach School Board voted 6 — 5 to continue the suspension of DEI initiatives at Tuesday’s meeting after a previous tie on May 6.

The board will vote on proposed changes to the school compass on May 27 while community members expressed mixed opinions on the issue.

Virginia Beach City Council discussed DEI initiatives in local schools Tuesday night while community members testified for over four hours—students, parents and teachers voiced their opinions.

The council voted 5—6, with five members urging a pause in the suspension and six members choosing to continue it.

The tide gate at Lake Windsor in Windsor Woods is now complete and is set to help control flooding during heavy storms.

City officials say sensors will be installed in the next two weeks—allowing the gate to close automatically when water levels rise.

Beginner International Rumba Class

7:45-8:25 p.m. — DanceSportVA — General Admission — Learn the romantic and expressive moves of international rumba and enjoy a great workout.

Pungo Offroad Monsters on the Beach

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Virginia Beach Oceanfront — Tickets on sale starting February 28 — Experience thrilling monster truck battles and family-friendly activities at the largest monster truck event in the mid-Atlantic.

Beachcombers Corvette Club Presents Vettes At Virginia Beach 2025

7 p.m. — New Realm Brewing Co. — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Corvettes with fun activities and socializing in a beautiful coastal setting.

Rides & Shine Car Show

8-11 a.m. — ShinePro — Free entry — Show off your ride and connect with fellow car enthusiasts in a warm and inviting space.

Build Your Very Own Marketing Director with AI

10 AM – 12 PM — The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach — Workshop fee may apply — Dive into AI to transform your marketing strategies and turn strangers into customers.

AARP Smart Driver™ Classroom Course

10:00 a.m. — Marian Manor Retirement Community — Cost varies by course — Refresh driving skills and save on auto insurance with this comprehensive course.

Oceanfront Concert Series Featuring Lovelytheband

7-10 p.m. — Virginia Beach Oceanfront — Free entry — Experience an evening of diverse musical performances by nationally-recognized artists at the scenic shorefront.

4th Annual May is Asian Heritage Month Celebration 2025

5-8 p.m. — The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach — Free entry — Celebrate Asian culture and entrepreneurship with food, performances, and a panel discussion.

Chico Bean Live Comedy

8 PM & 10:30 PM — Funny Bone Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience side-splitting humor from 85 South Show's own Chico Bean over a weekend of laughs.

Sterling Elza Live Performance

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Elevation 27 — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of Red Dirt music with Texas Panhandle singer/songwriter Sterling Elza.