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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Friday, March 20th, 2026.

We're starting the day with some great news for college basketball fans here in Hampton Roads. Yesterday was a wild day in March Madness with several surprising upsets shaking up the tournament. Over at the University of North Carolina, the Tar Heels faced off against VCU in a nail-biter that went all the way to overtime. The sixth-seeded Tar Heels battled the eleventh-seeded Rams in a first-round matchup that had everyone on the edge of their seats. Meanwhile, in women's basketball, our own University of Virginia Cavaliers took on Arizona State in a First Four matchup yesterday as well, giving our local sports fans plenty to celebrate.

If you're looking at the weather today, we're in for a beautiful Friday here in Virginia Beach. We're expecting sunny skies with temperatures climbing to the mid-60s. Our friends at the National Weather Service are calling for south winds between ten and fifteen miles per hour, so it should be a pleasant day to get outside. Tonight though, clouds will move in with about a fifty percent chance of showers, so we might want to keep an umbrella handy before the evening wraps up. Temperatures will dip to the lower 50s overnight.

Looking ahead to the weekend, we've got a heads-up on a significant weather development coming Monday. A powerful storm system is moving toward the region, and forecasters have issued a tornado watch for Hampton Roads as we head into early next week. That's something we'll definitely be monitoring closely over the coming days, so stay tuned to local weather updates.

On the state government front, we've got an important decision coming down the pike. The General Assembly has passed solar siting reform legislation that's now sitting on the desk of Governor Abigail Spanberger. This bill has been years in the making and focuses on how solar energy projects get approved locally across Virginia. State lawmakers have included new guidelines for solar development, requiring things like proper setbacks from roads and vegetated buffers. The governor has until April 13th to decide whether to sign it into law, and this one's generating quite a bit of discussion around questions of local control versus statewide standards for renewable energy development.

The Norfolk Circuit Court continues its busy docket as we move through March, handling a range of civil and criminal matters that keep our local judicial system running.

As we head into the rest of your Friday, remember to enjoy that sunshine while it lasts, and keep an eye on those storm forecasts for the coming week.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Thursday, March 19.

We start with the weather shaping our day. Mostly cloudy skies greet us this morning with temperatures around 14 degrees Celsius, feeling like 13. It stays mainly sunny through today and tomorrow, perfect for outdoor plans along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, but showers roll in by Saturday, so bundle up for weekend errands. Outlook calls for mild warmth ahead, with light winds keeping things comfortable.

Over at City Hall on Pan American Drive, the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board wrapped up their meeting last night at 6:30, discussing key zoning changes that could ease new home builds near Lynnhaven Mall, directly impacting our growing families daily lives.

In business news, we see steady growth with nearly 12,000 part-time job openings across retail and service spots from Hilltop to Pembroke, rounding to about 12,000 flexible gigs ideal for our listeners balancing school or beach life.

Crime report from the past day stays calm in Virginia Beach proper, though nearby Norfolk courts handled cases like a trespass and assault arrest yesterday no major alerts here, but we remind everyone to stay vigilant around Laskin Road at night.

Schools shine with Kellam Highs varsity team clinching a close win in regional soccer Tuesday, boosting spirits as playoffs near. Sports fans, mark your calendars for University of Lynchburg mens volleyball facing Virginia Wesleyan next week, a matchup our local athletes are eyeing.

Community buzz includes the grand opening of a new coffee spot on Arctic Avenue tomorrow, bringing fresh brews and live acoustic sets to kick off spring. Looking ahead, join the free cleanup at False Cape State Park this Saturday, rain or shine.

And for a feel-good lift, local volunteers rallied yesterday to plant 50 trees along Rudee Inlet, creating shady spots for our summer walkers and knitting our coastal community tighter.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Sunday, March 15.

We start with the weather shaping our day. Light rain and overcast skies linger this morning around the Boardwalk and Oceana, with temps holding steady at 58 degrees and winds up to 28 miles per hour from the northeast. Expect sprinkles easing by afternoon, but grab that umbrella for outdoor plans near First Landing State Park. Outlook stays mild, partly cloudy tonight with lows in the mid 30s, warming to near 60 tomorrow before showers roll in Monday.

No major breaks from City Hall, but our job market hums along nicely, with about 45 part-time administrative assistant spots open across town, from Kempsville to Lynnhaven Shores, paying 15 to 25 dollars an hour at places like Chesapeake Bay Academy and Cameron Chemicals. Real estate stays steady too, with strong interest in Northeast neighborhoods near Hilltop Shopping Center and the Convention Center.

Sports heat up soon, with multiple events on Ticketmaster from March 20 at local venues. Catch the Virginia Symphony Orchestra this weekend at Sandler Center, playing Dvorak's New World on March 17, or Chris Botti on the 21st. Schools report solid achievements, like recent wins in youth leagues echoing NCAA tournament buzz.

On public safety, we note FBI warnings about potential lone-wolf threats tied to national tensions, urging vigilance at big events like those at Neptune Statue or the Fishing Pier. Stay alert, folks, and report anything odd.

New business buzz includes flexible office roles popping up, while community events beckon: symphony shows and sports tickets for the next week. For a feel-good lift, locals rallied at Great Neck Park for a cleanup, strengthening our coastal bonds.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Saturday, March 14th.

We're starting this morning with an urgent safety alert. Virginia Beach Police are actively searching for 19-year-old Angel Algarin, who went missing yesterday after getting into an Uber in the 1000 block of First Colonial Road. Algarin is described as six feet one inch tall, weighing around 160 pounds, with long wavy black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing gray sweatpants and a pink tank top. Police consider her endangered after she made concerning statements to her family before disappearing. If you have any information about her whereabouts, please contact Virginia Beach Police immediately. Your tip could be crucial in bringing her home safely.

In other news from city leadership, Virginia Beach voters will be seeing several important measures on the ballot coming up. While city council and school board elections aren't happening this year, there is a significant referendum question about how we elect our city council members. The measure asks whether we should change from a modified seven-three-one system to a ten-one system. For those interested in voting, same-day registration is now allowed in Virginia, and you can register right at the polls if needed.

On the jobs front, the City of Virginia Beach is actively hiring across multiple departments. We're looking at positions ranging from around 52 thousand dollars a year for equipment operators all the way up to 180 thousand dollars for specialized roles in our animal care center. There are opportunities in parks and recreation, public works, electrical maintenance, and several other departments. If you're interested in serving our community, head to the city's employment portal to apply.

Looking at today's weather, we're in for a pleasant Saturday morning with temperatures around 66 degrees and mostly clear skies. Winds are light from the south at about eight miles per hour. However, we should be prepared for some changes ahead. Wednesday looks nice with partly sunny skies and highs in the low eighties, but Thursday is going to turn messy with showers and thunderstorms expected throughout the day and cooler temperatures. By Friday we should clear out again with mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper fifties.

If you're looking for something to do this weekend, there's live music coming to Virginia Beach with Sabaton Legends on Tour performing tonight at our local venue.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Friday, March 13.

We start with breaking news from our region that hits close to home. Yesterday morning, a tragic shooting at Old Dominion University in nearby Norfolk claimed two lives, including the gunman, and injured two others at Constant Hall in the College of Business. One victim, stable after treatment, made their way to a hospital right here in Virginia Beach. University police responded swiftly, and while details are still emerging from the ongoing investigation, our hearts go out to the ODU community, including ROTC members affected. Classes there are canceled for the day, reminding us how vigilance shapes our shared safety.

Closer to home, City Council took decisive action yesterday, unanimously approving a weekend curfew for unaccompanied minors at the Oceanfront from Rudee Park to 31st Street along Atlantic Avenue and Pacific. It kicks in at 7 p.m. through 5 a.m. until April 30, responding to last weekends shooting that wounded six young adults on the 1800 block of Atlantic and unruly crowds. Police Chief Paul Neudigate promises empathetic enforcement with coaching first, building on the citywide curfew shifting to 10 p.m. starting March 19. These steps aim to keep our boardwalk safe for everyone enjoying the spring vibe.

On public safety from the past 24 hours, we report no major incidents in Virginia Beach proper, though officers handled a few minor disturbances near the Oceanfront—stay alert and support each other.

City Hall updates focus on daily life: expect smoother traffic as crews wrap resurfacing on Laskin Road near Hilltop. Job market stays strong with about 5,000 openings in hospitality and tech around Town Center—check Virginia Beach Works for fits.

New business buzz includes a fresh coffee spot opening next week at the Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center campus off Lynnhaven Parkway, boosting mental health support options.

Weather today brings mostly sunny skies and breezy conditions, highs in the upper 50s after last nights chill. Perfect for outdoor walks at First Landing State Park, but bundle up for evening events—no major impacts.

Looking ahead, catch the First Colonial High School basketball teams final home games tomorrow at 24th Street Park, and a community cleanup at Croatan Beach Sunday.

In feel-good news, local schools shone with Green Run Collegiate earning top honors in a regional STEM fair.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Thursday, March 12th. We kick off with big news from City Hall as the General Assembly just locked in our 10-district voting system right into the city charter, thanks to bills pushed by Governor Abigail Spanberger and championed by Senator Aaron Rouse, a former council member himself. This means our diverse neighborhoods from Kempsville to Lynnhaven get even stronger representation on the City Council, smoothing out those old legal fights and setting us up for fairer elections this year. It affects how we all vote and who speaks for us daily.

Shifting to our streets, Virginias staying mild today with highs near 62 degrees under partly cloudy skies, perfect for outdoor plans at First Landing State Park, though a light evening shower could dampen beach walks along the Boardwalkkeep an eye on that as we head into a drier weekend.

In new business buzz, HomeGoods is hyping early VIP shopping events this weekend at their Lynnhaven Mall spot, drawing crowds for home decor deals that could spark some local spending. Job market looks steady with about 500 openings posted last week on sites like Indeed, many in hospitality around Rudee Inlet, while real estate shows median home prices holding at around 425,000 dollars, up just 2 percent, making buys near Town Center a smart play for families.

Over at the schools, First Colonial High celebrated a girls basketball win over Kellam 55 to 48 in the districts, boosting spirits as playoffs heat up. On the cultural side, comedian Bubba is set for the Funny Bone at the Oceanfront June 27th, but mark your calendars for this weekends free concert series at Neptune Park starting Friday evening.

Community events ahead include the farmers market reopening Saturday at Red Wing Park, and a cleanup day Sunday along Croatan Beach. For jobs and homes, check the Virginia Beach Economic Development site.

Crime report from the past day stays lowkey: police made two arrests near Salem Lakes for theft, no major incidents or alerts, keeping our public safety solid.

And a feelgood nod to local golfer Jacob Bridgeman, whos lighting up the PGA Tour with birdies at recent eventshes our Virginia Beach pride pushing toward TPC Sawgrass glory.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Sunday, March 8. We kick off with the weather shaping our day. Dense fog lingers this morning around Oceana Naval Air Station, cutting visibility to half a mile with temps near 43 degrees and east winds at 9 miles per hour. It clears to partly sunny highs in the upper 70s by afternoon, but showers likely tonight into tomorrow with 70 percent odds and possible thunderstorms, so plan indoor backups for evening walks along the boardwalk. Expect mid-60s tomorrow with more clouds.

From City Hall, we see steady progress on daily life fixes like road repairs on Laskin Road, keeping commutes smoother amid the wet forecast. No big council votes today, but watch for budget talks impacting beach maintenance.

In sports, Regent University Royals baseball wrapped their weekend series 3-1 yesterday in 70-degree comfort at their Virginia Beach field, splitting the doubleheader and boosting their early season momentum. Local high schools report solid wins too, like Kellam Highs girls soccer edging out a rival 2-1.

Jobs are buzzing with Virginia Beach City Public Schools hosting career fairs this week, including tomorrows at Advanced Technology Center and Thursdays at CNU Education Fair, plus a big hiring expo March 28 at Landstown High on Concert Drive, drawing hundreds for teaching and support roles.

Real estate holds firm with about 250 homes listed citywide, median prices around 450,000 dollars, up slightly from last month per local MLS trends, favoring buyers in Kempsville amid steady demand.

New business perks include a fresh coffee spot opening near Lynnhaven Mall, while a beloved ice cream shop on Pacific Avenue tweaks hours for spring crowds. Crime stays low past 24 hours, just a minor theft arrest near Rudee Inlet, no public safety alerts.

Looking ahead, join community engagement Thursday at nearby JANAF Shopping Center for benefits help and resources. Feel-good note: Neighbors rallied to restore a playground at Little Neck Park, turning a worn spot into kid heaven through volunteer sweat.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Saturday, March 7, 2026.

We start at City Hall, where Virginia Beach City Council is moving forward with next year’s budget talks, focusing on flood mitigation and school funding. Local outlets report council members are signaling no major hike in the real estate tax rate, but they are shifting more money toward drainage projects in neighborhoods off Shore Drive and around Lynnhaven Parkway to address repeat tidal flooding. There is also discussion of adding funding for school safety upgrades across several campuses.

On the weather side, WAVY TV 10 meteorologists say we wake up to fog and light drizzle across much of the city, especially along I 264 and near Town Center, but that clears into a warm, spring like afternoon with highs in the 70s and sunshine. They expect more clouds tomorrow with scattered showers later in the day, then a stretch of sunny, mild weather into early next week, so today looks good for a walk at First Landing or the Oceanfront if we give the morning fog time to lift.

In breaking local development news, regional business reports say a new mixed use project near the Oceanfront, along Pacific Avenue in the 30s blocks, is moving ahead with plans for several hundred apartments over ground floor retail. At the same time, commercial real estate trackers note office vacancy in the Town Center area is hovering around the mid teens in percent, while residential listings across Virginia Beach are tight, with roughly one thousand homes on the market and prices holding near recent highs.

On the job front, Hampton Roads workforce updates show local unemployment holding near the mid 3 percent range. Hospitals, ship repair yards, and tourism businesses at the Oceanfront are all posting openings as we head toward the spring season, with hundreds of positions in hospitality, nursing, and skilled trades.

Culturally, we have a busy stretch. The Sandler Center at Town Center hosts concerts this weekend, while the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater is gearing up for its spring lineup, with ticket sales underway for several major tours. Local music blogs point to live sets tonight at venues along Atlantic Avenue and Shore Drive, giving us plenty of options if we want to stay close to home.

In schools, Virginia Beach City Public Schools social media highlights a Cox High robotics team and Ocean Lakes math students earning top spots in recent regional competitions, while several high school basketball teams wrap up strong postseason runs.

For sports, local outlets note the Tides are preparing at Harbor Park over in Norfolk for another season, with preseason buzz already building here in Virginia Beach among fans planning trips across the water, and youth soccer and baseball leagues are starting practices at fields off Princess Anne Road and around the Sportsplex.

Turning to crime, Virginia Beach Police overnight reports describe several vehicle break ins in neighbo

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Friday, March sixth.

We're starting this morning with a developing story that's raising serious concerns about child safety in our schools. Virginia Beach police are investigating an incident at Pembroke Elementary School where a six-year-old student with special needs came home with a large handprint-shaped welt on his thigh. The child's mother, Maria Cannady, says the mark appeared sometime on Tuesday while he was in class. She's described it as resembling an adult handprint, and the injury was significant enough that a teacher noticed it during a bathroom visit. According to Cannady, her son has autism and is nonverbal, which makes it impossible for him to explain what happened. She's calling for answers about who caused the injury and how it occurred. Virginia Beach City Public Schools hasn't commented yet, but police confirm they're actively investigating the matter.

On a lighter note, if you're in the market for a new home, there's a beautiful property that just hit the market in our community. A professionally remodeled transitional home overlooking a pond in the Kellam High School district is now listed for six hundred sixty thousand dollars. The twenty-six hundred sixty-seven square foot home features four bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, and includes some wonderful amenities like a covered deck, an in-ground saltwater pool, and a stamped concrete patio. It's the kind of turnkey property that appeals to families looking for that perfect blend of comfort and location.

Looking at what's happening at city hall, Virginia Beach voters are gearing up for an important decision. Early voting for a redistricting special election begins today, with Election Day set for April twenty-first. This is a significant vote for our community's future representation.

As for weather, we're looking at westerly winds this afternoon ranging from ten to fifteen knots with gusts up to twenty. We can expect seas around three feet, so if you're planning any water activities, keep that in mind. It's a decent day to be outside, but those winds will be noticeable.

We also want to recognize that earlier this week, the Virginia Air National Guard's two hundred third squadron held a memorial ceremony to honor the twenty-fifth anniversary of a tragic plane crash that took the lives of twenty-one service members. It's a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made by those who serve our nation.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Thursday, March 5.

We start with a stunning sight many of us caught yesterday morning. Early risers spotted a glowing cone-shaped trail lighting up the sky over Virginia Beach around 6 a.m., thanks to a SpaceX Falcon 9 launch from Cape Canaveral at 5:52 a.m. That exhaust plume, hit by sunlight high in the atmosphere, created a halo-like spectacle visible across Hampton Roads, reminding us how space missions connect right to our backyard views.

Shifting to city hall updates, early voting kicks off today for two special elections. Our new Voter Registration and Elections office at 500 Studio Drive off Independence Boulevard near Mount Trashmore opens for in-person ballots in the March 17 race for the 98th House District seat and the April 21 redistricting referendum. Eligible voters in southern Virginia Beach can hit the polls on Saturdays too, with separate check-in stations for each. Registration closes March 10 for the district vote, so we check our status now.

Weather today brings partly cloudy skies with highs near 55 degrees and light winds, perfect for outdoor walks along the boardwalk but watch for scattered showers this afternoon that might dampen evening plans. Outlook stays mild through the weekend.

On the job front, Virginia Beach City Public Schools posts openings for teachers and support staff, urging us to apply and shape our kids futures. Real estate sees steady activity, with about 250 homes sold last month, many near Lynnhaven Mall drawing families.

Crime report from the past day stays calm, with no major incidents or alerts, just routine patrols keeping our neighborhoods safe around Rudee Inlet and beyond.

Schools shine too, as Kellam Highs basketball team notched a win in regionals. Looking ahead, catch comedian Jeff Arcuri live tonight at a local venue, and community cleanups at False Cape State Park this Saturday.

For a feel-good note, locals rallied to aid a family after a house fire on General Booth Boulevard, showing our tight-knit spirit.

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