Good morning, Hampton.

New Beech Grove Baptist Church in Newport News began collecting essential donations such as water, diapers and sanitary items for Texas flood victims and first responders, as announced by Pastor Willard Maxwell on Sunday.

The church will send two trucks of donations on July 29 and aims to raise $8,000—$10,000 for recovery efforts.

VDOT announced on Wednesday that over $36 million in toll debt will be forgiven for drivers in Norfolk, Portsmouth, Newport News, Hampton and Franklin who earn less than $50,000 and whose bills are from trips made between 2014 and the end of 2023—Elizabeth River Crossings will also remove DMV registration holds for eligible drivers. This action is part of the state’s broader toll relief plan reached in the 2024-2026 budget.

After a long House Armed Services Committee session, the defense budget passed a version of the NDAA that offered a 3.8% pay raise for military personnel, $13 billion for shipbuilding, and TRICARE improvements—steps meant to bolster Hampton Roads' defense.

Representative Jen Kiggans, a Navy veteran and nurse practitioner, said she supported sending F-35 fighters to NAS Oceana and urged Congress to modernize the fleet.

Hampton Princess Day

10 AM – 4 PM — Hampton Roads Convention Center — Ticket required — Experience a magical day filled with princess stories, songs, and crafts.

San Holo Live

2-5 p.m. — Monroe Rooftop — Tickets available — Enjoy an afternoon of future bass sounds from Sander van Dijck at this rooftop venue.

Basketball Camp: Playmaker College

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Boo Williams Sportsplex — $795 — An empowering basketball camp focused on skills, mindset, and leadership for serious players.

Music By The Bay Summer Concert Series

7-8 p.m. — Continental Park — Free entry — Enjoy summer sunsets by the Chesapeake Bay with performances from talented regional artists.

R&B Soul Experience 25 with KeKe Wyatt

4-10 PM — Mill Point Park — $35 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by R&B sensation KeKe Wyatt in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Basketball Camp: Point Guard Prep

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Boo Williams Sportsplex — $795 — Equip your child with essential basketball skills and mindset at this comprehensive summer camp.

ET The Extra Terrestrial Screening

2-5 p.m. — The American Theatre — Enjoy classic summer movie magic in a historic venue with a state-of-the-art screen.

Shawshank Redemption Screening

2-3:30 p.m. — The American Theatre — Cost information not provided — Experience the magic of a movie classic in a historic theatre.

Super Tuesday Hiring Event

9 AM – 12 PM — Virginia Career Works - Hampton Center — Free entry — Meet top employers for on-the-spot interviews and explore diverse job opportunities.

Ferris Bueller's Day Off Screening

2-5 p.m. — The American Theatre — VIP packages available — Experience the classic film with exclusive perks and premium seating options.