Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
Good morning, Hampton.
Hampton police investigated two shootings that occurred Wednesday night—one in the 600 block of Michigan Drive with life-threatening injuries and another on Fox Hill Road, with no suspects or further details released.
Hampton Police investigated a shooting on Michigan Drive in the 600 block that left life-threatening injuries on Wednesday night — officials have not released details on the number injured or any suspects — and the investigation continues.
Hampton police are investigating a shooting on Michigan Drive that left a man with a life-threatening gunshot wound around 9:07 p.m. and they are still searching for the suspect—evidence shows the victim may have first been shot on Parkdale Avenue.
Mayor Phillip Jones was named one of the United States Junior Chamber’s Ten Outstanding Young Americans (TOYA) for 2025 for his leadership and service in Hampton; he will be honored at a ceremony later this year (a prestigious national award).
Some Hampton Roads residents might see a rocket launch today from Wallops Island as a sounding rocket carrying student experiments lifts off for NASA’s RockOn and RockSat-C programs.
The launch is weather dependent and is set to start around 5:30 a.m.—visitors can gather at the Wallops Visitor Center beginning at 5 a.m.
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.
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.
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.
Stars & Stripes Celebration
7-10:30 p.m. — Virginia Beach Oceanfront — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live performances and a spectacular fireworks display.
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.
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.
PAV4N Concert
6-10 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of electronic beats with Ganja White Night and friends.
Ganja White Night
6-7:30 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of bass music featuring Ganja White Night and other renowned artists.
Summer, Cider, & Crafts Festival
12-5 p.m. — Sly Clyde Ciderworks — Free admission — Celebrate summer with artisan crafts and refreshing ciders in a vibrant community setting.
Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark
2-5 p.m. — The American Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a classic adventure film in a historic setting.
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