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Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Hampton Roads Transit has introduced an interactive route map to enhance navigation and real-time tracking of buses and light rails across Hampton Roads.  WAVY
  • Nearly 1,000 children in the Tidewater area require foster homes, amidst a 40% drop in potential foster parent inquiries.  WAVY

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A disabled tractor trailer has closed all east lanes on I-64 at the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel East, causing a four-mile traffic backup.  WTKR
  • A man was hospitalized with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound after an accidental, self-inflicted shooting in the parking lot of John Smith Elementary School, with no danger posed to the school.  WAVY

CULTURE NEWS

  • The independent film 'That Summer the Wolf Came,' featuring a deceptive protagonist and filmed in Hampton locales, premieres at The American Theatre on January 18.  WHRO Public Media

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Hampton Pirates vs. Northeastern Huskies Basketball Game

    The Hampton Pirates will face off against the Northeastern Huskies in a basketball game at the Convocation Center in Hampton, VA.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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  • Live Music: Troy Breslow at St. George Brewing Company

    Troy Breslow, an acclaimed country singer-songwriter from Hampton Roads, will perform at St. George Brewing Company for an evening of live music.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • Monarch Live at The Vanguard

    The band Monarch returns to The Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery for a live performance, marking their first appearance this year.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • The Manhattans Featuring Gerald Alston Live Performance

    Enjoy an evening of classic music featuring The Manhattans and a tribute to Teddy Pendergrass, complemented by a lively atmosphere with DJ performances and dance contests.

    Thu, 2/13/25

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  • 2025 Hampton Roads Home Show

    The 2025 Hampton Roads Home Show features a variety of home improvement and landscaping companies, providing valuable resources for homeowners in the Hampton, Virginia area.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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  • Hampton Roads Home Show: Explore Home Improvement Opportunities

    The Hampton Roads Home Show showcases a variety of home improvement services, including landscaping, remodeling, and interior decoration, at the Hampton Roads Convention Center.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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