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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today at 9:00 p.m., WHRO-FM 90.3 will air 'A Local Touch' in a three-hour broadcast hosted by Raymond Jones that features classical music from Virginia—showing recordings from Williamsburg, performances from Staunton, and pieces from Langley and Roanoke. The program highlights noted works by top artists and celebrates Virginia’s musical roots. WHRO Public Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Hampton University announced that two professors were awarded ACLS HBCU Fellowships to support research in the humanities—English professor Dr. Hannah Saltmarsh will use a $50K research award and a $2,500 programming grant to complete a book on Black feminist mothering while Dr. Shu-Shan Lee received a $10K grant along with a $2,500 campus award to boost his research on global history and civic engagement—and the awards shine a light on Hampton’s dedication to scholarly excellence. The Hampton Roads Messenger
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The HRBT expansion project will hit two important steps this fall as Mary—the 430-foot machine—will break through the second eastbound tunnel in September and eastbound drivers will start using a new bridge section by early September. The nearly $4 billion project, which began almost five years ago, will finish in February 2027 and double the tunnel's capacity. WHRO Public Media
- ➤ The GAO reported that delays with a new electromagnetic catapult on the nearly complete USS John F. Kennedy—now 95 percent built—will cause its planned July delivery to be missed. Navy leaders blame ongoing supply chain issues and a shortage of skilled workers, and the shipyard is revising work schedules to limit further delays. WHRO Public Media
- ➤ A recent report by the Southern Poverty Law Center shows that Virginia militia groups have changed their organization since January 6 so that they now work with many leaders—making them harder to track. The study states that at least 20 localities had active groups since 2020 and that two groups are in Hampton Roads. WHRO Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Stars & Stripes Celebration
7-10:30 p.m. — Virginia Beach Oceanfront — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live performances and a spectacular fireworks display.
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KeKe Wyatt Live R&B Soul Experience
4-7 p.m. — Mill Point Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant day of live R&B music with KeKe Wyatt and special guests at a scenic outdoor venue.
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The Goonies Summer Movie Night
2-3:30 p.m. — The American Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience a classic film in a historic setting with top-notch screening technology.
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PAV4N Concert
6-10 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of electronic beats with Ganja White Night and friends.
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