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in Virginia Beach
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Beach police arrested 32-year-old Jasmine Hockaday in connection with a shooting on Saturday on South Lynnhaven Road — a gunshot report came in shortly before 4 a.m. and a man was later treated at a local hospital. 13News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in Virginia Beach City Public Schools outperformed state averages on all Standard of Learning tests—reading, writing, math, science and history—for the 2024-25 school year, according to the Virginia Department of Education. Officials said pass rates in writing, history and science improved by two to four percentage points from last year and credited focused support and dedicated teachers for the gains. WTKR
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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.
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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.
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Def Leppard Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to Def Leppard's legendary hits at this iconic venue.
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Food Trucks & Fun
Weekend times — Virginia Beach KOA Holiday — Book Your Stay — Enjoy delicious food trucks and live music throughout September.
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Symphony by the Sea Concert Series
7:30-9 p.m. — Neptune's Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of symphonic melodies against the backdrop of the ocean.
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An Evening with James Taylor
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater — Tickets starting at $65 — Experience a romance-filled night of nostalgia with live performances from the legendary James Taylor and his all-star band.
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Blink 182 Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to the sounds of Blink 182 live in Virginia Beach.
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Eddie Sal Live Performance
7 p.m. — Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of varied songs performed by Eddie in The Pub.
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The Distillery Comedy Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Beach Vodka — No refunds — Enjoy a night of hilarious stand-up comedy with tasty drinks at a popular venue.
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DJ Quik Live Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary West Coast rapper DJ Quik live in concert.
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Breaking Benjamin & Three Days Grace Co-Headlining Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Prepare for a hard-hitting rock show with iconic performances from two legendary bands.
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