Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
Good morning, Hampton.
Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore will launch its Hunger Heroes initiative this summer & hold 18 food distributions in Hampton Roads to serve up to 50 families at each event amid federal funding cuts and local support.
A work truck at the BMX track on Little Back River Road was vandalized—its windshield, windows, mirrors, tailgate, and headlights damaged—stopping the nonprofit from properly preparing the track for weekly riders, according to president Andrew Gibler.
The fourth-ranked Christopher Newport men’s lacrosse team defeated Grove City 16 to 14 on Saturday—Jamie Smith scored his record 74th goal and Brett Jackson reached 200 career points—and the team will face No. 16 Lynchburg at 3 p.m. today.
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.
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.
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.
Line Dance Party
6-10 p.m. — GEORGE RESTAURANT — No Refunds — Enjoy a lively evening of line dancing with the ladies of Omega Sigma.
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.
MegaRust Conference
— Time Range — Hampton Roads Convention Center — Cost Info — Annual focus on Navy corrosion issues with expert discussions.
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