Hampton
Morning News
Saturday, May 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, a new restaurant opens in Hampton at 1771 N. King St. near Langley Air Force Base to serve soul food with a Caribbean flair while employing seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities including the owner’s grandson who has autism. Co-owner Julie Rainey started the business after her previous restaurant closed during the pandemic and hopes to provide fair job opportunities for those in need. WTKR
- ➤ HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding furloughed more than 400 employees—471 salaried shipbuilders were affected by a review of workforce needs—with the move intended to boost accountability and efficiency to meet commitments to the U.S. Navy. WAVY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ms. Martha Reads celebrated five years with a special episode featuring renowned poet Alexander Kwame — who joined her in reading a story by a PBS Kids contest winner — and it still airs every Friday at 10 a.m. The program began during school closures to support child learning and now gives young authors a chance to share their own work. WHRO Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk International Airport will host Global Entry interviews next week on June 4, 5 and 6 with 80 interviews scheduled each day between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. near Baggage Claim—while a new Customs and Border Patrol facility is under construction to support future international operations. WTKR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cardiologist Keith Newby discussed potential Medicaid cuts and other health coverage issues such as Covid booster advice during his recent appearance on Another View on WHRV—he warned that the proposed changes could affect patient care. WHRO Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Midnight Rain: Taylor Swift Tribute
8-11 p.m. — The Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery — Check local listings — Experience your favorite Taylor Swift tunes in an intimate setting.
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Orion Talent Hiring Conference
12 PM – 6 PM — Hampton Virginia Aquaplex — Free — Connect with potential employers and explore career opportunities at this hiring conference.
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Purposely Splashing for Fun
6-8:30 p.m. — Hampton Virginia Aquaplex — Event may have a fee — A joyful splash-filled evening designed for the Special Needs community.
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WBBF Virginia State Pro/Am Beach Body Championships
10 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Hampton High School — Free venue parking — Witness the best bodies in Virginia competing in an exciting showcase of fitness and dedication.
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Celebrity Speaker: LaVerne Daley at VA Black Film Festival
2-5 p.m. — The American Theatre — Wristband required — Celebrate Black culture through the inspiring words of strategist LaVerne Daley.
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Hampton Jazz & Music Festival
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Check event page for cost — Enjoy soulful performances from Anthony Hamilton and Grammy-winning artist Lucky Daye.
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Party at the Park | Summer Luau
5-10 p.m. — Mill Point Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant Hawaiian escape with hula dances and tropical flavors in Downtown Hampton.
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Hampton Jazz & Music Festival
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Ticket info available — Experience legendary soul with icons Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, and Stephanie Mills alongside the talented Damien Escobar.
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