Hampton
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Thursday, July 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Stanton McDuffie organized the 5th annual Yellow Bat Tournament in Virginia Beach for Families of Autism Coming Together (FACT), and the event will feature a double elimination wiffle ball competition for all ages with teams of four. Registration costs $100, which includes t-shirts and lunch, and McDuffie hopes to raise an additional $10,000 on top of the $20,000 collected over the last four years. WAVY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ High Noon is recalling two production lots of its Beach Variety packs sold in Virginia because the cans, which contain vodka seltzer, were mislabeled as Celsius Astro Vibe energy drinks—an error from a shared packaging supplier—so consumers should dispose of the products and contact the company if a refund is needed. WAVY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Hampton police are seeking to question Domonique Hickman — a Black female reported to be 5'6" and 110 lbs with black hair and brown eyes — in connection with a homicide on Azalea Drive, and she faces a warrant for violating probation from Florida. 13 News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tourism programs in Hampton and surrounding regions were awarded over $2 million in matching grants from the Virginia Tourism Corporation, with local partners pledging more than $2.74 million to generate over $4.76 million in new marketing and event promotion through 2026 – the awards support efforts to boost overnight visits and aid 1,130 small businesses and nonprofits statewide. WAVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia senators Warner and Kaine sent a letter to Secretary of the Navy on Wednesday asking for a briefing by August 14 about Seaman Angelina Resendiz, who was last seen on May 29 and whose remains were found on June 9 in Norfolk— they also questioned how the Navy handled the transfer of her remains to her family, and the investigation remains ongoing. 13 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2025 Back to School Bookbag Giveaway
11 AM – 2 PM — Mary W. Jackson Fundamental Elementary School — Free supplies — Celebrate the new school year with backpacks, school supplies, and community resources.
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The Terminator Screening
2-6 p.m. — The American Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of American movie classics in a cool, hip, historical theatre.
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Next Up Pro Wrestling: Showtime!
6-9 p.m. — Salvation Army Virginia Peninsula — Refunds up to 1 day before event — Don't miss Next Up Pro Wrestling's 19th event, Showtime #2, one of their biggest shows to date!
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Dirty Dancing Summer Movie Night
2-5 p.m. — The American Theatre — Free entry — Relive the classic romance film set against a backdrop of summer love and dance.
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