Hampton
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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 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. WAVY
- ➤ 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. WAVY
- ➤ 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. 13 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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). The Hampton Roads Messenger
- ➤ 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. WAVY
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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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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.
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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.
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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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