Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
Good morning, Hampton.
Hampton police are investigating a fatal pedestrian accident on West Mercury Boulevard after first responders found an adult male dead at 7:50 p.m. Monday — the westbound lanes between Seldendale Drive and Lasalle Avenue remain closed and the driver involved is cooperating with the investigation.
Norfolk native Danlie Cuenca returns to Hampton Roads today with the U.S. Navy Band for a free concert at the Sandler Center as part of a multi-state tour celebrating the Navy’s 250th anniversary and the band’s 100th anniversary of touring.
The sold-out event, which is her fifth tour, will feature a mix of traditional band music, modern pop and classic hits — honoring military history and veterans.
On March 26, the Hampton School Board approved the Hampton City Schools FY 2025-26 budget, which gives a 4% pay raise to full-time staff and most part-time workers—adding 55.7 new jobs for security, teachers and helpers.
The budget also gives extra help to students with disabilities, and more details will be shared when state and local revenue numbers are in—ensuring funds match the plan.
Families across Hampton are planning for spring break by reviewing camp and activity programs to keep children engaged during the break.
The YMCA Peninsula is offering half- and full-day camps for various age groups—while a free one-day expo at Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast on April 5 will let parents compare options and secure early discounts.
WHRO Public Media’s Vice President of News, Maurice Jones will join as a panelist at Hampton University’s 'State of the Media' forum on April 23 at 4:30 p.m.—the event will focus on current trends and challenges in journalism such as misinformation and AI.
Other panelists will offer advice for future journalists and discuss how the media is changing—Hampton University’s Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications hosts the public forum.
Educators James Eccleston of Gloucester High School and Deana Hubbell of Carrsville Elementary School were named Regional Teacher of the Year by the Virginia Department of Education on March 31.
They will join a Teacher Advisory Council — a role that amplifies their voice statewide — and be considered for the Virginia Teacher of the Year Award in early May.
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.
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.
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.
Monster Jam
1-5 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Tickets starting at $18 — Experience thrilling truck performances and stunts at Monster Jam.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Virginia 24 Hour Run for Cancer
7 AM – 7 AM — Sandy Bottom Nature Park — Entry fee applies — Participate in a marathon to support cancer research in a beautiful natural setting.
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