Hampton
Morning News
Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WHRO Public Media hosted a screening of All Creatures Great & Small yesterday ahead of its Season 6 premiere, drawing hundreds who also brought pet food for donation at the Norfolk Animal Care Center. Dr. Andrew Silverstone from Atlantic Veterinarian Center commented on the program. WHRO Public Media
- ➤ The Virginia Symphony will honor Martin Luther King Jr. with concerts featuring a commissioned piece by Curtis Stewart and the Norfolk State University Choir — the tribute events are set for Jan. 18 at Sandler Center in Virginia Beach and Jan. 20 at Norcom High School in Portsmouth with registration encouraged. WHRO Public Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local organizations and colleges are expanding apprenticeship programs to boost skilled careers in manufacturing, healthcare and tech; a $6 million federal grant has funded the Workforce Council’s Apprenticeship Hub plus Tidewater Community College now sponsors training sessions, though progress still lags behind top states and Europe. WHRO Public Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia has launched a new website called SWaN — a tool to show wetland credit data. Developed with Water Ledger, the free platform lets market participants view credits by watershed and will eventually charge a subscription fee. WHRO Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers feel confused by the new red light camera at Settlers Landing Rd. and William R. Harvey Way. City officials say ticket revenue goes to traffic improvements & the cameras will remain in place until the HRBT expansion project is complete in 2027, though some locals hope for a redesign. WTKR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kaiser Permanente has agreed to a $46 million settlement for allegedly sharing personal health data via its online platforms from Nov. 2017 to May 2024. Virginia members and others will get a mailed notice with a unique claim ID to file for a cash payment of about $20 to $40. 13 News Now
- ➤ Virginia officials aim to lower drug prices in the upcoming legislative session by reintroducing a Prescription Drug Affordability Board bill — a bipartisan effort modeled on federal approaches to cut costs for common medicines. The measure seeks to help make essential drugs more affordable for residents. WHRO Public Media
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Masters of Soul - A Tribute to Motown
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The American Theatre — Tickets available — Celebrate the vibrant music and style of 1960s Motown with a high-energy tribute show.
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In-Person PMP Exam Prep Course - PMI Bootcamp
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Hampton Peninsula Town Center — Variable pricing based on group size — Enhance your project management skills with comprehensive PMP certification training.
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Hampton Pirates vs. North Carolina A&T Aggies
7 PM — Convocation Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of collegiate basketball as the Pirates take on the Aggies.
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UNC Wilmington Seahawks vs. Hampton Pirates Men's Basketball
9:30 AM – 4:00 PM — Convocation Center — Check the event page for ticket prices — Catch the local college basketball rivalry in action.
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Elon Phoenix vs Hampton Pirates Women's Basketball
2-4 p.m. — Convocation Center — Tickets available online — Witness a thrilling women's basketball rivalry clash.
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Jurassic Quest
12-3 p.m. — Hampton Roads Convention Center — Fun for the whole family — Experience the thrill of dinosaurs and unleash your creativity with LEGO brick building.
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Jurassic Quest
12-3 p.m. — Hampton Roads Convention Center — Family-friendly event — Experience the ultimate dinosaur adventure and unleash your inner LEGO builder.
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Nino Paid Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery — VIP tickets from $162.69 — Enjoy a night of live music with Nino Paid and special invited guests for all ages.
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Mardi Gras Celebration
7-10 p.m. — PBR Hampton — Free entry — Experience a lively Mardi Gras with a shopping cart parade, King Cake contest, and a live DJ.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.
~ Franklin D. Roosevelt
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