Hampton
Morning News
Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Visionaries for Change — a giving circle from Hampton Roads Community Foundation that funds local nonprofits with grants — marked its five-year anniversary as it grew from $100,000 to over $1 million in endowment and added more than 120 members while awarding $30,500 to help organizations like Hearts Full of Grace serve families in need. WHRO Public Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WHRO-FM will broadcast Puccini’s final opera Turandot this Saturday at 1:00 p.m.—the production from the Royal Opera House features Sondra Radvanovsky in the title role and airs on radio and online. WHRO Public Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia inspectors have found the invasive box tree moth for the first time on properties in Clarke and Loudoun that have boxwood plants at risk. Officials plan to treat these sites to slow the natural spread as experts warn that the moth could produce three generations each year in the state (raising concern that it may eventually reach Hampton Roads). WAVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Hampton has started an online survey to help make traffic safer for drivers and walkers, funded by a U.S. Department of Transportation grant. The survey results will help shape a safety plan for high-risk spots like the Mercury Boulevard and Power Plant Parkway/Todds Lane intersection—residents are asked to share their ideas. WTKR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Virginia has reported 50 vibrio cases so far this year as warmer water appears to help the flesh-eating bacteria spread; North Carolina also reported 59 cases and health experts see a possible link to climate change. Health officials advise swimmers to cover cuts and avoid raw shellfish — they say the beach remains safe if proper precautions are taken. WAVY
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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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