Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
Good morning, Virginia Beach.
💼 Business
After losing her job earlier this year, Jeanna Akers launched Dead Petals Press—a mobile bookstore highlighting local authors and independent publishers in a converted trailer that pops up around Hampton Roads.
The pop-up first appeared on August 30 at Battlefield Shopping Center in Chesapeake and will continue to visit new locations across the region.
📰 Economy
Local leaders have introduced a new economic playbook to reshape jobs, small business growth, and community opportunity in Hampton Roads over the next decade.
The plan will focus on eight major projects—such as offshore wind development and maritime training—and aims to ensure that growth reaches local neighborhoods.
🏥 Health
More than 50,000 people in Hampton Roads use health insurance tax credits to help pay for care, with recent data showing at least 18,000 people in Virginia Beach rely on them.
Without congressional action, the credits will end by year's end—likely causing higher premiums for many middle-class workers.
🎉 Virginia Beach Events
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Back Bay Farmhouse Renaissance Faire
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Back Bay's Farmhouse — Cost varies — Experience enchanting live performances, medieval garb, and a vendor market at the first Renaissance Fair Festival.
Comedy Night at the Wyndham
7:30-9:30 p.m. — 57th Street Wyndham Hotel — Ticket pricing varies — Experience an evening of laughter with six professional comedians in a laid-back oceanfront setting.
Military Thanksgiving Buffet
4:30-10:30 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — Not specified — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a traditional feast in honor of military service.
Comedian ThankYouChris Live Show
8:00-11:30 p.m. — Scandals Live — Check venue for entry fee — Enjoy a lively night of comedy with ThankYouChris and special guest KeraDenise.
Small Business Saturday at Food Temptress Cookbook Store
10 AM – 8 PM — Food Temptress Cookbook Store — Celebrate local businesses — Shop for cookbooks while enjoying refreshments and live music.
Holiday Sound Healing Experience
7-8 p.m. — 215 67th St, Virginia Beach, VA — Cost not specified — Soothe your spirit this holiday season with a rejuvenating sound journey led by Lila Luna Naniki.
Joe Heilman Live Music Event
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Park Lane Tavern of VB Kempsville — Check website for prices — Enjoy a mix of soul, Beatles, and country music from acoustic artist Joe Heilman.
Jagged Edge Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Dome — Ticket info available — Experience the smooth R&B sounds of Jagged Edge live in Virginia Beach.
Spiritbox Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Dome — Ticket prices vary — Catch Spiritbox live with last-minute concert tickets available now.
Holly Jolly Jamboree
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Princess Anne Recreation Center — Free entry — A festive holiday party filled with cheer, activities, and treats for all ages.
🏠 Virginia Beach Real Estate
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💼 Virginia Beach Job Board
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