Good morning, Hampton.

Scammers sent text messages from unknown numbers that trick victims into confirming personal information and cyber expert Len Gonzales said responding gives hackers more ways to target individuals—he advised everyone to delete suspicious texts immediately.

Jenna Bush Hager (talk show host) visited The Norfolk Forum at Chrysler Hall on Thursday and discussed her life, career and new children’s book I Loved You First.

She noted her family’s military ties (15 years on the Today Show) and emphasized the value of sharing positive stories.

Young adults in Hampton are moving to rural areas for more affordable housing as remote work becomes more common, explained demographer Hamilton Lombard.

He noted that while counties like Isle of Wight gain residents, urban centers such as Virginia Beach continue to lose young workers — raising concerns for future local labor markets.

Data from the Chesapeake Bay Program show the watershed lost over 28,000 acres of tree canopy from 2013 to 2022 even as record plantings occurred in 2024 — seven local cities lost more than 4,000 acres, with 40% of that loss in Virginia Beach.

Officials state the new plantings, which increased since 2014, are key to filtering pollution and protecting water quality.

Residents in Hampton are warned that scam emails impersonating the Planning Department are asking for wire transfers and extra payments for permits—city officials said they will never request payments by email and urged anyone receiving suspicious messages to report them to Hampton Police or forward them to [email protected].

Sandy Bottom Nature Park received $136,065.60 in state grant funding from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Recreational Trails Program to improve its trails and accessibility—making it one of 12 projects funded across Virginia.

The grant will expand outdoor options for local residents and visitors.

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.

An Evening With Phish

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Hampton Coliseum — Information on ticket availability — Experience the unique sounds of Phish in a classic venue.

Singin' in the Rain - Classic Movie Nights

2-3:30 p.m. — The American Theatre — Hot-buttered popcorn awaits — Enjoy a timeless classic with a dose of nostalgic charm.

CaribFest Block Party

5-10 p.m. — Town Point Park — Free entry — Celebrate Caribbean culture with lively music, food, and vibrant performances at this annual festival.

Phoebus Jazz Festival

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The American Theatre — All ages welcome — Experience a weekend of world-class jazz that inspires the soul and warms the heart.

Garden Bros Nuclear Circus

1:00-2:30 p.m. — Larry King Law's Langley Speedway — Tickets from $22.40 — Experience the world's largest circus under the biggest big top in Hampton, VA.

The HillBenders Concert

7:30-9:00 PM — The American Theatre — No Refunds / No Exchanges — Experience the virtuosic sounds of Missouri's progressive bluegrass quintet.

Barktoberfest 2025

12-6 p.m. — Mill Point Park — Entry fee TBD — Celebrate fall with furry friends at this fun festival featuring music, food trucks, and a costume contest for pets and people.

Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid

2-5 PM — The American Theatre — Hot-Buttered Popcorn & an all-new Silver Screen — Experience classic screwball comedies and stirring dramas on the big screen.

Sing & Smile with Art Rowe

3-4 p.m. — Hampton Virginia Aquaplex — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful hour of acoustic tunes and sing-alongs with local Navy Veteran and guitarist Art Rowe.