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Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A fire at Palms Apartments on Friday evening near Rosemont Road and Virginia Beach Boulevard displaced 21 people including nine children, and community members donated clothes, toys and household items while local school staff and the Red Cross assisted — families are receiving help ahead of the Christmas season.  WTKR

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Dominion Energy warned that a federal 90-day pause on offshore wind projects (including its Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project) threatens grid reliability as delays could raise energy costs and risk thousands of jobs. The company plans to work with officials to resume construction soon.  13News Now

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • In March, a wetlands renovation at Pleasure House Point removed 5,200 trees, prompting neighbors to demand a one-for-one replacement. City officials say 700 trees have been replanted & no timeline is set for planting the remaining 4,500 trees.  WTKR

HEALTH NEWS

  • Dr. Harrington at Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters advises residents to get the flu shot as soon as possible in light of 472 children who tested positive last weekend and potential spread during holiday gatherings before Christmas. The vaccine takes days to work, so immediate protection is needed.  13News Now
  • Six Sentara hospitals (including Sentara Princess Anne in Virginia Beach) earned high performing rankings for labor and delivery services from a U.S. News & World Report evaluation of 899 hospitals, with four recognized as Maternity Access Hospitals. This rank shows the system’s commitment to quality care for families.  13News Now

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Christmas Brunch at the Bay

    10 AM – 2 PM — Tides Coastal Kitchen — $55++ Adults | $29++ Kids (5–12) — Enjoy a festive holiday buffet featuring coastal specialties and delicious dessert options.

    Thu, 12/25/25

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  • Rob Oliver & The Attractors

    7-10:30 p.m. — Voodoo Brewing — Cost TBA — Enjoy a night of blues, rock, and Americana with local singer-songwriter Rob Oliver.

    Fri, 12/26/25

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  • God's Girl Vision Board Party

    1-3 p.m. — Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library — Free entry — Celebrate faith and sisterhood while crafting God-centered visions for the upcoming season.

    Sat, 12/27/25

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  • Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons

    8:45-9:45 p.m. — Zeiders American Dream Theater — Tickets available online only — Enjoy a unique musical experience featuring beloved hits by Coldplay and Imagine Dragons under candlelight.

    Sun, 12/28/25

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  • Game Days at Dave & Buster's

    11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — Special deals available — Score big with game day deals including 10 wings for $10.

    Mon, 12/29/25

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  • Sound Healing with Renee Branch

    6:30-7:30 p.m. — Space Holistic Services — RSVP required — Experience deep relaxation through the restorative power of sound and energy healing.

    Tue, 12/30/25

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  • The Band Perry Concert

    11 PM – 3 AM — Town Center of Virginia Beach — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the New Year with Grammy-winning country music performed live.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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  • Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Class

    10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — AllCPR Training Virginia Beach — Certification fee applies — Learn vital life-saving skills with hands-on training from expert instructors.

    Sat, 1/3/26

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  • Game Days at D&B

    11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — Game day deals available — Score big with game day deals including 10 wings for $10.

    Mon, 1/5/26

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  • Networking Event with COVA Connections

    9:00 – 10:30 a.m. — Marsh Landing — Free entry — Morning event to connect with local businesses and share referrals while gaining valuable insights.

    Tue, 1/6/26

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