Hampton
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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Thursday’s storms—expected to bring cooler weather across Hampton after a week of 90s heat—will lower temperatures to the 80s and may help reduce energy bills for residents. Dominion Energy recommends setting thermostats to 78 degrees to ease costs and offers Energy Share assistance for qualifying households. WAVY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Raymond G. Washington Sr. died on July 26 at 84 and was the first African American superintendent of Hampton City Schools—he spent 33 years advancing programs for all students in our community—leaving a legacy of educational equity that continues to inspire leaders today. 13 News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Members of the Chesapeake Bay Commission met Wednesday morning to learn about managing agricultural land and balancing economic needs with environmental goals—part of a pilot program that pays for removing nitrogen and phosphorus from the water. Nine projects received $19 million in funding, and MOVA Technologies is working with poultry houses to capture ammonia while the revised Bay agreement goals remain open for public comment until Sept 1. WHRO Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Delegate Rodney Willet welcomed the FDA’s recent approval of Juul products and said the agency should authorize more vape items before Virginia’s new registry law goes into effect later this year. The law is meant to help local shops avoid fines for selling unauthorized products — though vape groups claim it may hurt businesses and exceed federal limits. WHRO Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A studio broadcast of Another View yesterday featured a discussion on breast cancer risks that pointed out African American women develop the disease less often than white women yet face a 40% higher mortality rate due in part to limited access to mammograms. Dr. Keith Newby and Alayna Johnson (Director of Imaging Services with Bon Secours Hampton Roads) also paid tribute to Cee Cee Tucker for her key role in creating the show. WHRO Public Media
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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