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Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ronal W. Dozier was sentenced to 90 days in jail with five years probation after pleading guilty to involuntary manslaughter for a 2022 crash on North Great Neck Road that killed 58-year-old John Hefti. Officials said he veered into oncoming traffic while driving a Ford truck on Oct. 4, 2022—his sentence was handed down on May 19. WAVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia State Police warned motorists to drive safe and sober over Memorial Day weekend — last year’s statistics showed 13 fatalities and heavy traffic led to over 90 DUI arrests. Starting Friday, officers will join Operation CARE — the counting period runs from 12:01 a.m. May 23 until midnight May 26. WAVY
- ➤ Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer proclaimed May as Water Safety Month yesterday at 10 a.m. at the Mt. Trashmore Family YMCA to stress that drowning remains the top cause of death for children under five, and the YMCA’s Safety Around the Water program offered essential swim lessons and demonstrations — on floating, swimming to safety and calling for help — to show residents vital water skills. WAVY
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Music on the Back Deck
3-6 p.m. — The Back Deck — Free entry — Enjoy the soothing tunes of Matthew Crays while relaxing on the waterfront.
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Weekday Wine Tasting
1-7 p.m. — Virginia Beach Winery — $5 tasting — Sample your choice of delicious wines and slushees at a local winery.
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Tuesdays – Open Mic Night
8-11 p.m. — Abbey Road Pub & Restaurant — Free entry — Showcase your talent or enjoy performances in a welcoming atmosphere every Tuesday night.
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Twilight Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — 1101 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA — Free entry — Test your knowledge of all things Twilight while forming your coven over trivia fun.
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Karaoke Night
7-11 p.m. — The Shack — No cover charge — Warm up your vocal cords and enjoy a night of karaoke with DJ Valente spinning the tunes.
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Swift Tea Party
5:30-8 p.m. — Princess Anne Recreation Center — Free entry — A lively evening of dancing, singing, and crafting friendship bracelets for Taylor Swift fans.
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Josh Wolf Live Comedy Show
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Funny Bone Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of high-energy storytelling with comedian Josh Wolf.
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