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Virginia Beach Sheriff’s Office ends inmate grass mowing program over cost
The Sheriff's Office Inmate Workforce program allows low-risk offenders — with deputy supervision — to cut grass and perform other maintenance services for the city. Inmates are unpaid but receive additional food and privileges and can earn time off their sentences.
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Trump targets ticket scalpers and high live event fees over price-gouging
The push marks a rare instance of policy crossover with Democratic President Joe Biden.
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Thousands of workers at nation’s health agencies brace for mass layoffs
Nervous employees waited to see whether pink slips would arrive in their inboxes.
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Norfolk glassblowing studio undergoes $30 million expansion to allow for more visitor experiences
The growth of Perry Glass Studio offers something for all levels of artist.
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Photos: Norfolk wins Sunday finale against Durham
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![Max Ketcherside holds his daughter, Della Ketcherside, 2, on his shoulders for a stroll under the cherry trees at Cherry Blossom Festival at Red Wing Park in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on March 29, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Cherry Blossom Festival 2025")
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![The Norfolk Tides faced the Durham Bulls on opening day at Harbor Park Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, on March 28, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Tides Opening Day 2025")
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![Nina Murthy of Princess Anne controls the ball against Taleah James of Warhill during the first half at Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach, Va., March 25, 2025. Princess Anne won 3-0. (Peter Casey / For The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Girls High School Soccer")
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![Head coach Michael Vick smiles on the field during the first spring practice at Norfolk State University’s William "Dick" Price Stadium on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. (Kendall Warner / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "NSU Spring Practice- Michael Vick")
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![Old Dominion University linebacker EJ Green runs a drill in front of NFL scouts during Pro Day at ODU’s S.B. Ballard Stadium on Friday, March 21, 2025. (Kendall Warner / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "ODU Pro Day")
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![Jerry Greenlaw, of Alexandria, Virginia, celebrates as he crosses the finish line of the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on March 16, 2025. Greenlaw would win the race with a time of 2:27:28, an average pace of 5:37 per mile. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Shamrock Marathon 2025")
Crime and Public Safety
1 dead after Norfolk house fire
A person died in a house fire in the 900 block of Avenue I Monday...
Sports
Larry Rubama: Hampton coach Maurice Pierce leads Team USA at World Track Championships
Hampton University track coach Maurice Pierce had a March to remember as he was the...
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757Teamz boys soccer Top 15: No. 1 Kellam and No. 3 Jamestown meet in non-district tilt
But the Knights face unbeaten No. 3 Jamestown at 7:30 Tuesday night at Wanner Stadium...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Recipes: Eggs too expensive? Here’s how to bake without them
Here's how to make Ginger Apricot Muffins, Buttermilk Pancakes and Jelly Donut Cupcakes with an...
Opinion
Cartoon: Granny Too?
Cartoon by David Horsey for April 1, 2025.
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What to know before Karen Read’s second murder trial
Karen Read will face a second trial beginning Tuesday after all her attempts to throw...
Military
In Lithuania, 3 US soldiers found dead in an armored vehicle. 1 is still missing.
Three of the U.S. Army soldiers who went missing in Lithuania have been found dead in their...
National Politics
US immigration officials look to expand social media data collection
A proposal appears to expand the government’s reach in social media surveillance.
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How to update your travel essentials ahead of your summer trip
Taking a trip this summer? Check out these summer travel essentials on sale during Amazon’s...