Hampton
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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The National Transportation Safety Board said a loose counterweight plug may have caused the crash at Langley Air Force Base that killed renowned aerobatic pilot Rob Holland on April 24 just after 11:30 a.m. as witnesses saw his MX Aircraft MXS near runway 8 before it lost control. 13 News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Paradise Ocean Club reopened May 2 with a new business model that limits capacity to 1,000 people—designed for a more family-friendly setting after a 2022 shooting led to lease changes. Owner Baxter Simmons said the club will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. with $5 admission and live music from 6-10 p.m. under a new 10-year lease. WTKR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Hampton police are investigating the death of missing man Henry Jordan, 42, who was found on March 12 in the 2400 block of West Weaver Road after a man-down call and now treat his death as a homicide. WTKR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones said increased military spending could boost shipbuilding and workforce development in Hampton Roads following meetings with federal officials in Washington. He noted that plans for new ship contracts and relocated fighter jets may spur local growth while some experts warned that long-term spending might be unsustainable — officials remain optimistic about the region’s future. WTKR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Bethel High School on Thursday, top high school basketball players from across the country showcased their skills in the 9th annual Allen Iverson Classic with Hampton native Allen Iverson and former NBA stars in attendance — the event highlighted the region's rising talent. The Allen Iverson Classic All-American Game will be held tonight at 7 p.m. at the Hampton Coliseum and will feature standout players with deep local ties. 13 News Now
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Hampton University Class of 1985 40th Reunion
8 AM - 5 PM — Hampton University — Reunion registration required — Celebrate 40 years with classmates at a weekend filled with nostalgia and coastal festivities.
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Aname Concert in Hampton
12-3 p.m. — Monroe Rooftop — Tickets TBA — Celebrate the start of summer with the emotive sounds of Anamē by the pool.
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Peninsula Pilots Home Opener
7-10 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Tickets available — Kick off the baseball season with the Peninsula Pilots and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere full of family fun.
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Splashdown Park Grand Opening and Memorial Day Celebration
12-4 p.m. — Hampton Aquaplex — Free access — Celebrate the Grand Opening of Splashdown Park with music, food, games, and lots of popsicles.
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Line Dance Party
6-10 p.m. — GEORGE RESTAURANT — No Refunds — Enjoy a lively evening of line dancing with the ladies of Omega Sigma.
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Blackbeard Pirate Festival 2025
May 31 - June 1 — Mill Point Park — Free entry — Relive the 18th century with pirate re-enactors, music, fireworks, and fun activities for all ages.
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