Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of June.
Good morning, Hampton.
Hampton Roads radio veteran Mike Arlo, whose cheerful voice charmed listeners for over 50 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 2 after a brief illness, leaving behind his wife, daughters, granddaughter & beloved fur children.
Hampton hosts a lineup of events.
The Downtown Block Party kicks off on June 6 at 6:30 a.m. along Queens Way, followed by the Phabulous Phoebus Pride Festival on June 7, a tour of Streetcar 390 on June 11 and the Jazz & Music Festival from June 26 to 28.
Sankofa Projects will host its 15th Annual International Day of Remembrance Ceremony on Saturday, June 13 at 11 a.m. at Fort Monroe's Outlook Beach to honor African lives lost during the transatlantic slave trade; attendees should wear traditional African attire and bring beach chairs and fresh flowers for the ancestral libation.
Education leaders say that state budget talks (with the House meeting on June 18 and the Senate on June 22) risk school funding, staffing, and special programs, with a final decision needed by June 30 to avoid disruptions for local schools.
Virginia's colleges may face new accreditation rules proposed by the U.S. Department of Education — aimed at increasing transparency and reducing cost burdens — as legal challenges are expected before the changes take effect in July 2027.
Buckets 'n' Boards Live Show
2-5 p.m. — The American Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a brilliant, high-energy comedy show featuring Gareth Sever and Matt Levingston with amazing percussion and spectacular tap dancing.
An American in Paris Film Screening
7-11 p.m. — The American Theatre — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the charm of Paris through this classic film presentation.
Tri-City Chili Peppers vs. Peninsula Pilots
7-11 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Tickets start at $32 — Experience a thrilling baseball matchup in the heart of Hampton.
Greenville Yard Gnomes vs Peninsula Pilots
7-11 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Tickets starting at $32 — Catch the exciting baseball action as the Greenville Yard Gnomes take on the Peninsula Pilots.
Caribbean Heritage Month One Love Celebration
2-9 p.m. — Mill Point Park — Free entry — Celebrate Caribbean culture with a vibrant gathering representing all islands in one space.
Daddy Daughter's Dance
5-8 p.m. — The Historic Post Office — $50 per father and daughter, $10 each additional child — An elegant evening fostering strong bonds between fathers and daughters through music, dancing, and heartfelt commitments.
Morehead City Marlins at Peninsula Pilots Baseball
7-11 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Tickets from $32 — Catch the thrilling baseball matchup between the Marlins and Pilots in Hampton.
Zebulon Devil Dogz vs. Peninsula Pilots
7-11 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Tickets starting at $32 — Watch local baseball action with the Peninsula Pilots taking on the Zebulon Devil Dogz.
Beach Bash for a Cause
6-9 p.m. — Paradise Ocean Club — $55-$100 — Kick off summer with beach vibes while supporting local children at this fun-filled fundraiser.
Tri-City Chili Peppers vs. Peninsula Pilots
7-11 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Tickets starting at $32 — Catch the exciting matchup in Hampton and enjoy a night of baseball action.
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