Hampton
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Saturday, March 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On March 25th, the Elizabeth River Project in Norfolk launched a native seed library offering free native seeds to boost local wetlands and biodiversity—with a focus on marsh grasses and Indigenous seed-keeping traditions. The nonprofit partnered with Old Dominion University and received a $35,000 grant from JP Doherty Foundation—while Diane Wilson is set to speak on April 3 at 6 p.m. at the Ryan Resilience Lab. WHRO Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Youngkin added back $120M to fund tuition waivers for the VMSDEP program through a budget amendment on March 28th—lawmakers must now approve the move next week for the funding to remain. The decision comes as colleges report rising costs and enrollment for the program has grown over recent years. WHRO Public Media
- ➤ First responders from across Hampton Roads took part in hands-on training with the Norfolk Southern Safety Train as they learned to handle hazardous materials and inspect rail equipment up close (the train featured a locomotive numbered 911 and provided a chance to test response techniques). The session marked the first time in five years that such a thorough training drill was available, helping local responders prepare for potential rail incidents. WAVY
SPORTS NEWS
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Atlantic Indoor Association Percussion and Winds Championship
9:00-10:30 a.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the energy of high school and college percussion and winds performances in a dynamic indoor setting.
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Hampton Wine & Spirit Expo
1-8 p.m. — Hampton Roads Convention Center — $65 — Experience an array of the finest wines produced in Virginia at this annual gathering of wine enthusiasts.
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Hampton Roads Annual Singing Convention 2025
8 AM – 12 PM — Hampton Roads Convention Center — Check for ticket info — Enjoy a day filled with harmonious sounds and community spirit.
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Monster Jam in Hampton
7-11 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Tickets starting at $18 — Experience the thrill of Monster Jam with amazing stunts and fan-favorite trucks.
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Monster Jam
1-5 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Tickets starting at $18 — Experience thrilling truck performances and stunts at Monster Jam.
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Monster Jam in Hampton
1-2:30 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Tickets starting at $18 — Experience thrilling monster truck action with top drivers and their iconic vehicles.
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Easter Egg Hunt & Spring Fling
10 AM – 5 PM — Hunt Club Farm — $20 per child, $16 per adult, free for kids 2 and under — Enjoy a fun-filled day with egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, and live music.
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Hampton Car Auction
6 p.m. — 16 Nettles Ln, Hampton, VA — Registration required — Discover 300,000+ salvage cars and trucks at this vibrant auction event.
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Alfred Hitchcock's North by Northwest Screening
7-11 p.m. — The American Theatre — Starting at $10 — Experience mystery and suspense in one of Alfred Hitchcock's greatest thrillers featuring Cary Grant.
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The Journey Experience
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The American Theatre — Cost info not specified — Experience the biggest tribute to rock legends Journey with hits from their iconic catalog.
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