Good morning, Virginia Beach.

On Monday, Owl Creek Landing opened a new spiral slide called The Whorl at the Nautilus Lookout Tower behind the Virginia Aquarium’s south building in Virginia Beach.

The 117-foot slide is mostly enclosed — riders use special mats for a safe ride.

Four Virginia Beach startups—Attorney Live, Crunchy Hydration, EdLogics, and SalesE—will pitch four-minute ideas at the Startup World Cup regional competition on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts; the firms aim to advance to the global finals in October for a chance to win $1 million.

TEGNA Inc., owner of 13News Now, and Nexstar Media Group, owner of WAVY, announced a $6.2 billion all-cash merger that will create the nation’s largest local broadcasting company—pending regulatory and shareholder approval, the deal is expected to close in the second half of 2026 and add 265 television stations.

Ashley Walton of Virginia Beach pleaded guilty Tuesday to two felony charges for concealing a dead body and being an accessory after the fact after she helped hide her boyfriend Martrell Lamar's body, who disappeared on July 2nd, 2024 and was later found in a drainage ditch in Pasquotank County, and investigators said she enlisted help from Antwaine Branch—who is also facing charges.

Jayden Wallace, a 23-year-old from Virginia Beach, was sentenced to six months in prison Tuesday for hitting a state trooper on November 20 and fleeing the scene — his sentence includes five years of good behavior and a restitution order of $1,783.73 — as detailed by the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office.

Marina professionals at Virginia Beach urge boat owners to secure vessels and check equipment ahead of strong winds and shifting tides.

Owner Allen Newsome and Captain Bill Pappas explained that boat owners should verify insurance and secure loose lines—charter businesses may face financial setbacks if trips are canceled.

City leaders decided Tuesday to move forward with a surface-level parking design for the future Rudee Park at Rudee Loop—officials said the park is expected to open in the next five years if fundraising efforts succeed and will feature a beach village, jetty walkway, community lawn and shared-use path.

Towne Bank Jazz Series

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating evening of smooth jazz at one of Virginia Beach's premier venues.

Zapp Band Performance

7-11 p.m. — 24th Street Park — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of the legendary Zapp Band as they bring funk and soul to Virginia Beach.

Music on the Back Deck

3-6 p.m. — The Back Deck — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of live music with Justin Gray on the beautiful back deck.

Russ Baum & Lopaka Rootz Live

5-11 p.m. — Scandals Live — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of folk/rock music and captivating stories from international artists Russ Baum and Lopaka Rootz.

A Cold Summer Showcase

12-6 AM — Kings Bar & Hookah Lounge — Enjoy cool drinks and live music — Chill vibes await at this summer showcase.

Platform & DevOps Engineering Community Meetup

6-9 p.m. — Three Notch'd Brewery & Craft Kitchen — Free entry — Connect with fellow tech enthusiasts and explore the latest in Platform Engineering and DevOps.

Wage War Concert

7 PM – 1 AM — Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heavy music of Wage War live in concert.

Twisted Thursdays Karaoke with DJ Julz Gat

7-11 p.m. — Calypso — Special drink deals — Experience an exciting karaoke night where you can showcase your singing talent among friends.

Live Music by Borderline Crazy

7 p.m. — Surf Club Ocean Grille — Happy Hour 3-7 p.m. — Enjoy an evening of live music by Borderline Crazy by the beach.

Chartway Virginia Beach 10 Miler and 5K presented by Sentara

The weekend offers a Kids 1 Miler, 5K, 10 Miler, and “Live the Life Challenge” along with a J&A Racing infamous beach party featuring cold beer and live music. It’s more than a race, it’s a celebration.

Chartway Virginia Beach 10 Miler and 5K presented by Sentara

The weekend offers a Kids 1 Miler, 5K, 10 Miler, and “Live the Life Challenge” along with a J&A Racing infamous beach party featuring cold beer and live music. It’s more than a race, it’s a celebration.