Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
Good morning, Hampton.
On Wednesday before 10 a.m., a Navy pilot ejected from his F/A-18E Super Hornet during a training flight near Naval Air Station Oceana and was located by search and rescue at 11:21 a.m.—he was taken to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital for a checkup after the jet crashed into the Atlantic Ocean as investigators began probing the cause.
Dominion Energy has asked state regulators to approve a plan that will raise monthly electric bills by about 15% to fund new power projects amid rising costs.
A public hearing will be held on Sept. 2 in Richmond with written comments accepted until Aug. 26 — the final decision is expected by year’s end.
Hampton opened its Emergency Operations Center on Aug.20 to get ready for Hurricane Erin and to help city teams work together—this center will guide the response until the storm threat ends—while the National Weather Service issued a coastal flood advisory from 7 a.m. today until 5 p.m. tomorrow, asking residents to report storm damage.
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!
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.
Virginia Beach Wing Festival
4-10 p.m. — 2720 N Mall Dr, Virginia Beach, VA — Tickets from $15 — Celebrate delicious wings with live music, contests, and a variety of vendors.
Hampton Pirates vs. Elizabeth City State Vikings
1-4 p.m. — Armstrong Stadium — Free entry — Cheer on the Pirates in their first home game of the season against the Vikings.
Babylove & The Van Dangos Concert
5-9 p.m. — Fort Monroe Fishing Pier — Check event page for ticket details — Experience the lively performance of Babylove & The Van Dangos with hits like 'Stomy Weather' and more!
NPS Walking Tour: Black Heritage at Fort Monroe
1-2 p.m. — Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center — Free entry — Explore the diverse history at ‘Freedom’s Fortress’ on this engaging walking tour.
Phish Concert
6:29-7:59 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Tickets required — Experience the legendary live performance of the beloved band Phish.
Southern Soul Trailride with Jeter Jones
6-9 p.m. — Virginia Air & Space Science Center — Tickets required — Experience a lively Trailride featuring Southern Soul artist Jeter Jones and RNB vibes across two music venues.
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