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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Hampton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was arrested after a fight at the InTown Suites parking lot led to a shooting on July 25, police said—and he now faces charges including malicious wounding, robbery and multiple firearm offenses. WTKR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On August 6, Hampton University launched the Workforce Development Enterprise with a $2 million federal grant from Congressman Bobby Scott—introducing three training centers in Downtown Hampton and at Butler Farm Road that offer hands-on vocational courses and industry-aligned certifications—designed to meet the needs of local job seekers and boost the regional economy. The Hampton Roads Messenger
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Bobby Scott said VA clinics in Hampton Roads are facing staffing problems due to a hiring freeze and layoffs—North Battlefield Clinic in Chesapeake has hired fewer than half its needed staff since it opened in April—adding that earlier plans to cut thousands of jobs have worsened recruitment efforts. WHRO Public Media
- ➤ Representative Bobby Scott toured the VA Medical Center in Hampton yesterday and said staff shortages led to delays in dental and X-ray services while 30,000 layoffs were planned. He noted that a new facility in the Chesapeake and Virginia Beach area will be built soon—legislation to restore collective bargaining rights is also in progress to protect workers. WAVY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study by Christopher Newport University professor John Finn and Eastern Virginia Medical School student Lauren Hill shows that Black and low-income communities in Hampton Roads face louder road and train noise—this extra noise raises risks for heart problems, hearing loss and poor sleep. The research recommends building high-quality sound barriers along major roads to lower the noise. WHRO Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At practice Wednesday, coach Trent Boykin gave four quarterbacks equal time and said he will name a starter after Saturday’s scrimmage—he aims to improve play after last season’s close losses. The Pirates will play Jackson State on the road and host Elizabeth City State on Saturday, Sept. 6. WAVY
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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!
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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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