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It’s not Something in the Water, but Virginia Beach is ‘happy’ with replacement ‘Vibe Check’

Vibe Check, a new music festival, will take place at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront on April 25-26 as a replacement for Something in the Water.

Waka Flocka Flame, known for club songs in the 2010s, is one of the headliners at the Vibe Check music festival planned for the Virginia Beach Oceanfront the weekend of April 25-26. (Courtesy of IMGoing Events)

Red Wing Park in Virginia Beach will reopen temporarily later this month for the city's annual Cherry Blossom Festival, even though a park improvement project is still underway.

Red Wing Park to temporarily reopen for Virginia Beach’s Cherry Blossom Festival

A Norfolk man has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting on Old Dominion University's campus that is being investigated as a double homicide.

Norfolk man charged in connection with double homicide at ODU

“One misdemeanor charge of assault and battery was taken out in this matter,” Bethany Harrison, Commonwealth's Attorney for the City of Lynchburg, wrote in an email to The Pilot on Thursday morning.

Portsmouth track athlete who struck opponent with baton charged with assault

The expansion of ViDARR Inc. with a 16,410-square-foot facility at 2656 Lishelle Place off Lynnhaven Parkway is expected to bring 40 jobs to the city, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced.

Maker of night vision goggles, high-tech optics to set up shop in Virginia Beach

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Average US rate on a 30-year mortgage edges higher, ending a seven-week slide

The average rate rose to 6.65% from 6.63% last week.

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Demonstrators from the group, Jewish Voice for Peace

Jewish protesters flood Trump Tower lobby to demand the Columbia University activist’s release

Trump has said Khalil’s arrest was the first “of many to come."

Local News

James City County gears up for 12th annual Summer Camp Fair

The free fair will offer residents a chance to learn about local and regional summer camps as well as activities and educational opportunities.

Photos: NSU advances to MEAC semifinals

Norfolk State University defeated University of Maryland Eastern Shore 77-70 in the first round of the 2025 MEAC conference tournament at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, on March 12, 2025.
Photos: Norfolk State breezes past South Carolina State in first round of MEAC tournament
Photos: Class 5 boys and girls basketball semi final
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Photos: Admirals defeat Everblades at Scope
Photos: Green Run defeats Maury in quarterfinals
Photos: Class 5 basketball quarterfinals at Woodside

Crime and Public Safety

Firefighters respond to a blaze in the Oakdale Farms neighborhood in Norfolk on March 12, 2025.

Norfolk house fire leaves 2, including police officer who responded, hospitalized

Norfolk police and firefighters responded to fire at an Oakdale Farms home early Wednesday morning....

Sports

David Teel: Ron Sanchez exudes grace as his tenure ends after UVA’s ACC Tournament loss

About three hours following Wednesday's loss, Virginia announced that Sanchez will not be retained. UVA...

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Larry Rubama: Green Run and coach Kenneth Harris want another state title, this one without an asterisk

Green Run boys basketball coach Kenneth Harris leads the Stallions against Albemarle of Charlottesville in...

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Savory olive oil and buttery pistachios bring sophisticated flavors to tangy-sweet lemon bars

Bring balance to the dessert by incorporating a small measure of olive oil.

Opinion

Editorial: Spotlight on Warner, Kaine as federal government shutdown looms

A federal government shutdown would be a harmful measure, but one that may be necessary...

National News

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Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira pleads guilty to obstructing justice

The plea agreement calls for dishonorable discharge and no confinement.

Military

Kaine pushes bill to reinstate thousands of fired veterans: ‘This is unacceptable’

With Virginia hit hard by mass firings, lawmakers and veteran groups are rallying behind an...

National Politics

Trump administration withdraws nomination of David Weldon for CDC director

Sen. Lisa Murkowski had concerns about Weldon's vaccine skepticism.

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