Hampton
Morning News
Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dominion Energy has prepared crews and stocked trucks as heavy rain and flash flood threats are expected today in Hampton Roads—crews raised transformers to lessen flood damage and will quickly respond if powerlines fall. Cherise Newsome said that smart technology will dispatch repair teams immediately and advised motorists to avoid flooded roads. 13 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Hampton police said a man was shot early Monday on North King Street after a verbal exchange led a suspect to leave his vehicle and fire, leaving the victim with a non-life-threatening injury and taken to the hospital while detectives continue to investigate the incident. 13 News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new sea level rise report shows that Hampton Roads water levels have risen by about 5.6 millimeters each year over the past five years—data that local planners will use to prepare for more flooding. The report explains that the land here is sinking faster than the sea rises, which may lead to more frequent floods by 2050. WHRO Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Department of Defense Inspector General report found that nearly 30% of Navy commands in Hampton lack complete suicide prevention plans after clusters of sailor suicides in 2022 prompted reforms. The Navy increased its mental health budget from $43 million to $122 million, but it still faces challenges in hiring enough specialists — steps to boost support are still in progress. WHRO Public Media
- ➤ The City Council will meet on Wednesday May 14 at City Hall to hold a 1 p.m. work session and a 6:30 p.m. legislative session to vote on Hampton’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget while a 5:30 p.m. Spotlight session will recognize Hampton City Schools’ dual enrollment students — public sign-up begins one hour before the session. City of Hampton
SPORTS NEWS
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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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MegaRust Conference
— Time Range — Hampton Roads Convention Center — Cost Info — Annual focus on Navy corrosion issues with expert discussions.
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