Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of July.
Good morning, Hampton.
A building in the debris pit at the Hampton/NASA Steam Plant caught fire early Thursday morning (1:00 a.m. to 2:24 a.m.) while crews safely evacuated all workers.
Michael Millard-Lowe, a Norfolk antiques dealer, runs three shops including his Ghent storefront & consignment showroom while using social media daily to meet customer demand.
He plans to open a new shop in Charlottesville when a suitable space becomes available.
WHRO aired Another View on July 9 featuring historian Barbara Hamm Lee with Dr. Cassandra Newby Alexander and Dr. Vania Blailock as they discussed how future historians might depict America at 250 through celebrations and viral images.
The program is available on demand.
Mayukha Khambhammettu and teammate Avik Devarapalli, students from local schools, won second place in the national ExploraVision contest for a virus detection wearable device called Buddy Band.
Their project built on a regional first-place win and led them to present in Washington, D.C.
Chesapeake Bay experts say the threatened beach tiger beetle is disappearing as rapid erosion reduces dune habitat at Savage Neck and other preserves.
Virginia DCR will host Beaches and Beetles events on Sunday, July 11 at Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve and Thursday, July 23 at Savage Neck Dunes.
All White Affair
7 p.m.-1:30 a.m. — Hampton Roads Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an elegant evening with music from top DJs and live performances at this annual celebration.
Peninsula Pilots Baseball with Networking
6-10 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — $50 for members — Network with young professionals while enjoying a baseball game between the Peninsula Pilots and Wilmington Sharks.
Peninsula Pilots vs. Zebulon Devil Dogz
7-10 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Tickets start at $32 — Come catch an exciting evening of minor league baseball between the Peninsula Pilots and the Zebulon Devil Dogz.
Nike Basketball Camp at Hampton Roads Academy
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Hampton Roads Academy — $390 — Enhance your basketball skills in a structured, fun environment led by experienced coaches.
Buju Banton & Stephen Marley: Roots and Rhymes Tour
6:00 – 8:30 PM — Portsmouth Pavilion — Ticket info unavailable — Enjoy an evening of reggae with Grammy-winning artists Buju Banton and Stephen Marley.
18th Annual Hampton Heat
7-9 p.m. — Larry King Law's Langley Speedway — Admission details not specified — Experience thrilling races featuring limited late models and more at this annual local favorite.
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