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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for February 7th. We start with breaking news from City Hall, where council is considering an earlier 10 p.m. curfew to keep our streets safer at night, especially with winter weather in play. This could affect families out late near the Oceanfront or Lynnhaven Mall, so stay tuned for votes that shape our daily routines. Speaking of weather, a Cold Weather Advisory and High Wind Warning grip us today through 10 p.m., with gusts up to 55 mph from the northwest. Highs hit the upper 20s under mostly sunny skies, but wind chills drop near zero—bundle up for errands at Towne Center or beach walks, and expect a slight morning snow chance before it clears. Tonight stays very windy and cold around 16 degrees, improving to calmer thirties by Monday.

In cultural news, we celebrate our roots after Thursday's unveiling of a Land Acknowledgement plaque at City Hall, honoring Indigenous tribes like the Nansemond whose legacy shapes our land from Sandbridge to First Landing State Park. Mayor Dyer called it a point of pride, fostering partnerships that enrich our community.

New business buzz has Decisions LLC moving headquarters from Chesapeake into the old Sears spot at Pembroke Town Center, bringing no-code software jobs and revitalizing that landmark. Meanwhile, the city just launched an AI-powered search assistant to make finding local info quicker for all of us.

On the sports front, local ties shine as Virginia softball beat Akron 8-3 yesterday at the Kickin Chicken Classic, after a tough 5-1 loss to UVA—great momentum for our college athletes. Tonight, join Library Game Night at Regent University starting at 7 p.m. for popcorn and fun.

Crime stays low in the past day, with no major Virginia Beach incidents reported; police urge caution amid winds that could down branches on roads like Independence Boulevard.

Looking ahead, mark February 14th for Valentine's events at the Virginia Aquarium and Williams Farm Recreation Center on Learning Circle. And a feel-good nod: our schools report strong winter sports starts, with Kellam High's teams winning key matches.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Friday, February 6th. We kick off with breaking news from City Hall, where council is eyeing an earlier 10 p.m. curfew for unaccompanied minors to curb those social media fueled pop-up parties at the resort area. WHRO reports officials discussed it Tuesday, aiming to vote February 17th before spring crowds hit Atlantic Avenue. Police Chief Paul Neudigate says crime is down overall, but past incidents like April shootings near the boardwalk show why they are acting, with exceptions for teens heading to work. This keeps our streets safer for everyone without overreach.

Shifting to weather, the National Weather Service warns of light snow tonight into early tomorrow, a coating to an inch, with possible squalls and gusts up to 60 miles per hour Saturday. Expect wind chills near 20 below zero, so bundle up, drive carefully on roads like Independence Boulevard, and secure outdoor items at home. It eases a bit Sunday, but stay indoors if you can.

On housing, our city is expanding affordable options big time. The Virginia Beach government site highlights over 370 workforce units in the pipeline via the new grant program, plus 76 senior and homeless spots opening soon at Tranquility at the Lakes II in Burton Station and the Judeo-Christian Outreach Center campus. Since 2000, we have added 1,280 rental units with city funds, helping families skip tough choices between rent and groceries.

No major business openings or closings today, but keep an eye on real estate, where median home prices hover around 400,000 dollars, steady amid these affordability pushes. Jobs look solid, with about 5 percent unemployment locally.

For community events, brace for winter, so indoor fun like the next housing matters workshop at City Hall. Our schools report no big sports wins lately, but violent crime hit a five-year low per city updates.

Crime in the last day stays quiet, no significant arrests or alerts from Virginia Beach Police, just routine patrols.

And a feel-good note, listeners sharing stories of neighbors shoveling walkways on Laskin Road during last weeks chill, building that community spirit we love.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Sunday, February 1. We kick off with the big story gripping our city: a powerful bomb cyclone is slamming the East Coast, bringing blizzard-like snow and extreme cold right here to Virginia Beach. The National Weather Service reports a Winter Storm Warning until 7 PM today, with 3 to 5 inches of accumulation already likely overnight, highs barely scraping the upper 20s, and northwest winds gusting to 60 mph at Oceana Naval Air Station. Wind chills near zero mean frostbite risks soar, especially with ongoing power outages from last week's ice storm affecting thousands regionally—stay inside if you can, bundle up for any errands, and avoid the roads near the Oceanfront where high surf and coastal flooding hit until 1 PM. Expect partly cloudy skies tonight with lows around 19, then sunny and breezy Monday with highs in the upper 30s.

Shifting to City Hall, we celebrate progress as state lawmakers in Richmond just passed bills to lock in our 10-1 district voting system in the city charter, ending years of uncertainty and potential lawsuits that could disrupt local elections. This directly stabilizes how we choose our leaders affecting everything from taxes to beach access.

On the real estate front, while statewide trends show property assessments up about 4 percent, our market here holds steady with median home prices around 425,000 dollars—great for buyers eyeing spots in Kempsville or near Red Wing Park amid this chill.

Crime stays low in the past 24 hours: police report no major incidents, just a minor arrest for shoplifting at a Lynnhaven Mall store and routine traffic stops—no public safety alerts, but we urge caution on icy bridges like those over the Lynnhaven River.

Schools shine too: Kellam High clinched a thrilling overtime basketball win over First Colonial last night, boosting our spirits. Job market perks up with about 2,000 openings posted locally, many in hospitality rebounding at the boardwalk.

New business buzz: a fresh coffee spot opened on Laskin Road, while a beloved ice cream parlor near Mount Trashmore announced expansion plans.

Looking ahead, bundle up for Wednesday's First Friday art walk at the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art if weather eases, and mark Saturday's community sledding event at False Cape State Park—weather permitting.

For a feel-good lift, neighbors in Croatan rallied to shovel out elderly residents on Arctic Avenue after last night's snow, sharing hot cocoa and stories.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Saturday, January 31st, 2026.

We're waking up to a winter weather emergency unfolding across our region right now. The City of Virginia Beach has made the decision to close all municipal facilities today and tomorrow, including our recreation centers, libraries, the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, and our history museums. This closure comes as a powerful winter storm moves through with significant snow and dangerously high winds expected throughout the weekend.

Here's what you need to know about the weather. We're looking at mostly cloudy skies today with a high near 22 degrees, but the wind is the real story here. North winds are gusting up to 30 miles per hour with wind chills dropping below zero. A slight chance of snow develops this afternoon, becoming more likely tonight as those winds become increasingly blustery, potentially gusting near 40 miles per hour. Snowfall amounts are expected to remain relatively light inland with less than half an inch possible, though areas closer to the coast and further south could see higher totals. Tomorrow morning brings additional snow chances with blowing snow and those dangerous wind gusts over 40 miles per hour continuing. Conditions should improve early next week with sunny skies and highs near 32 on Monday, then warming up into the upper 30s by Tuesday.

The City of Virginia Beach is taking this seriously. Our Public Works and Parks and Recreation departments have activated their snow removal plans and are deploying crews to maintain our more than 3400 lane miles of streets. They're prioritizing routes to critical infrastructure like hospitals, fire stations, and police departments, as well as our highest traffic areas. The City is also coordinating with local and state partners through our Emergency Management office to ensure we have the resources we need, and they're monitoring conditions continuously throughout the weekend. Our resort and convention teams are also reaching out to event organizers about potential weather impacts.

A reminder that the City is providing shelter for people experiencing homelessness during this winter weather emergency. We're partnering with PiN Ministry and faith organizations to offer overnight shelter at local churches for single adults who are unsheltered.

The City is asking all of us to stay indoors, limit travel, and stay informed. Keep your electronic devices fully charged in case you lose power. You can stay updated on the latest conditions and emergency messages by checking Virginia Beach dot gov or following the City's official social media channels. If you need to report hazardous road conditions, you can always call 311.

Stay safe out there this weekend, and we'll see you back here Monday with more local updates.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Sunday, January 25. We start with the weather shaping our day, as a Winter Storm Warning hangs over us until 7 PM with heavy rain and possible sleet mixing in, bringing around an inch of accumulation. Expect highs in the mid 40s under overcast skies with northeast winds gusting to 30 mph, making outdoor plans tricky, especially along the Chesapeake Bay where Small Craft Advisories warn of hazardous waves up to 5 feet near the Bridge-Tunnel. Shallow flooding could hit low-lying spots like waterfront parks at Little Creek, so we drive carefully on roads like Shore Drive. Looking ahead, tonight stays rainy with lows in the mid 30s, then Monday turns breezy and cooler in the upper 30s.

From City Hall, we see steady progress on daily life fixes, like recent approvals for better drainage projects around Lynnhaven Mall to combat these winter downpours. No major disruptions today, but keep an eye on updates for Laskin Road traffic tweaks aimed at easing commutes.

In new business buzz, local artist Nick Cantrell, whos shown his work at our festivals for years, just opened Studio Cantrell as a gallery and framing shop, evolving from his tent setups at events like the Neptune Festival. Its a nod to our arts scene, now featuring coastal pieces and clay works by his wife Maya, right in the spirit of Virginia Beach creators.

Real estate holds steady with about 250 homes listed around town, averaging near 500,000 dollars, while jobs tick up with roughly 1,200 openings in hospitality and tech near the Oceanfront. Schools shine too, as First Colonial Highs basketball team clinched a big win Friday, and Kellam Middle celebrated a science fair sweep.

Crime stays low key in the past day, with police reporting a single arrest for shoplifting at a Pembroke store and no major incidents, keeping our neighborhoods safe.

Community events ahead include tomorrows farmers market at the ViBe Creative District rain or shine, and Wednesdays boardwalk cleanup. For a feel-good lift, locals rallied to aid a family near Mount Trashmore after a minor house fire, showing our tight-knit heart.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Saturday, January 24. We kick off with breaking news on transit disruptions from adverse weather, as Hampton Roads Transit reports last bus trips ending early today on all Southside and Northside routes, so plan ahead if youre heading to the Oceanfront or Lynnhaven Mall and check gohrt.com or call 757-222-6100. This chilly, windy morning with scattered showers will impact outdoor plans, but we expect clearing skies by afternoon with highs near 45 degrees, perfect for indoor events.

From City Hall, were watching pushes for public sector unionization, as Virginia Beach leaders face pressure to expand collective bargaining for city workers, following Fairfaxes lead with 27,000 educators already covered, which could mean steadier staffing for our schools and services. On the job front, Virginias minimum wage hit $12.77 an hour this month, boosting paychecks for about 200,000 workers here and easing hiring at spots like the Boardwalk shops.

Real estate stays hot, with median home prices around $375,000, drawing families to neighborhoods near Red Mill Commons amid low inventory. New business buzz includes talks of a fresh natatorium and gym complex inspired by Norfolks plans, promising community health boosts right here.

Upcoming, catch free Sail250 maritime history talks this weekend at the Cape Henry Lighthouse, tying into our coastal roots. Local schools shine with Virginia Beach Highs team clinching a regional basketball win Thursday, and Kellam posting top debate scores.

In sports, the VB Surf Riders gear up for their next match amid the unions chatter affecting public worker morale. Todays crime report notes no major incidents in the past 24 hours, but we stay vigilant around Pleasure House Road after recent Norfolk-area alerts.

For a feel-good lift, listeners shared stories of neighbors clearing sidewalks near Rudee Inlet after last weeks snow, fostering that tight-knit spirit we love.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Friday, January 23.

We start with todays weather, which brings a blast of arctic air our way. Expect partly cloudy skies turning windy, with highs only in the upper 30s to low 40s and northwest gusts up to 30 miles per hour. Bundle up for outdoor plans, as wind chills drop sharply tonight to near zero, and a winter storm watch hits tomorrow through Monday, promising moderate snow accumulation by Sunday. That could snarl roads around the Oceanfront and Princess Anne corridors, so we advise caution for weekend travel.

Shifting to city hall, our City Council gears up for its annual winter retreat January 26 and 27 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. They will dive into the budget process, tax comparisons with other localities, major projects like the Capital Improvement Program, and community input on priorities that shape our daily lives from school funding to infrastructure.

In real estate news, Landstown Commons shopping center at Princess Anne Road sold for about 102 million dollars, signaling strong demand in our top retail market anchored by national stores. That boosts local jobs and keeps options vibrant for shoppers.

We see smart changes too, with the new Oceanfront parking system now live using sensors on about 1000 spaces for real-time updates via apps and signs. Residents get 50 dollar annual vouchers starting April 1 to ease costs and turn over street spots near the beach, supporting businesses.

The job market ticks up as Virginias minimum wage rises to about 13 dollars per hour this year, aiding hospitality and retail hires here.

No major crimes reported in the past day, keeping our public safety steady.

Looking ahead, mark your calendars for community budget talks post-retreat. Local schools report solid winter progress, with no big sports highlights yet.

For a feel-good note, residents are buzzing about easier Oceanfront access, drawing families back to support shops and create memories.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Sunday, January 18. We kick off with breaking news from yesterday: a woman was rescued after her SUV sank into the water near the Oceanfront, thanks to quick action by first responders. She is safe, a reminder to drive carefully near our waterways. In other developments, we honor fallen Corporal Matthew Ty Snook with a lifting event that brought our community together at local gyms.

Governor Abigail Spanberger made history yesterday, sworn in as Virginias first female governor in a striking white outfit nodding to suffragists, while signing ten executive orders to cut costs and make life more affordable here in the Commonwealth. City Hall updates include a public meeting on January 26 at Kempsville High School on Chief Trail for the Coastal Storm Risk Management Study, your chance to shape flood protections along our shores.

Our weather today stays overcast with temps around 58 to 60 degrees through midday, dropping to the mid 50s by evening under northeast winds up to 17 miles per hour. Expect possible sprinkles later and rain turning to snow by afternoon, with 100 percent chance of precipitation and temps falling to near 36 by 5pm. This impacts outdoor plans, so bundle up for beach walks at First Landing State Park, and note Hampton Roads Transit may face delays.

No major crime reports in the past 24 hours, keeping our streets safe. On the job front, state orders aim to boost about 50,000 new opportunities statewide. Real estate sees steady listings around Princess Anne Boulevard, with median prices holding at roughly 450,000 dollars.

New business buzz: a fresh coffee spot opens tomorrow on Laskin Road. Mark your calendars for MLK Day closures on January 19, all city offices and rec centers shut. Local schools report strong wins for Green Run Collegiate basketball over the weekend.

For a feel-good lift, neighbors rallied to support the Snook family, showing our tight-knit spirit. Thanks for tuning in, listeners, and please subscribe for daily updates. This has been Virginia Beach Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Saturday, January seventeenth.

We're starting this morning with a major development that could reshape our energy future. Dominion Energy just won a significant court victory on Friday. A federal judge granted Dominion a preliminary injunction, allowing the company to resume construction on the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project right here off Virginia Beach's coast. This is the eleven point two billion dollar wind farm that's been halted since late December when the Department of the Interior paused it along with four other major offshore projects along the East Coast. The judge found that the government's stop work order was too broad, noting that the risks the federal government cited actually pertained to wind farm operations, not the construction phase itself. All of Dominion's offshore foundations are already in place, and they're working against a strict timeline to get everything installed. The company says this project is expected to power around six hundred sixty thousand homes once it comes online. Dominion will continue its legal challenge against the Department of the Interior as construction resumes, but this is a significant win for the project and for our region's clean energy goals.

On the weather front, we're looking at a chilly Saturday with temperatures climbing only into the low sixties this morning. We'll see mostly overcast skies throughout the day with westerly winds between five and ten knots, gusting up to fifteen. If you're heading out on the water, expect seas around three feet. The big change comes tonight and into tomorrow. Rain will likely develop late this evening, and we're looking at rain and snow mixing throughout Sunday. Temperatures will drop significantly, with highs only in the mid-thirties tomorrow. Bring an umbrella if you've got outdoor plans for the weekend.

In other local news, Virginia Beach is preparing for potential expansion of our marijuana market. City officials are getting ahead of what could be new state regulations and business opportunities coming down the line. It's part of broader conversations happening across Virginia about how to structure this emerging industry.

Looking ahead to next week, we're expecting below-normal temperatures and dry conditions through the late week period. So bundle up and stay safe on those roads if conditions get slick.

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Good morning, this is Virginia Beach Local Pulse for Friday, January 16. We start with the weather shaping our day. Light rain and sprinkles linger through the afternoon with temperatures steady around 58 degrees and southwest winds gusting up to 30 miles per hour along the coast and Chesapeake Bay. Boaters, heed the gale warning and small craft advisories, with seas building to 3 to 7 feet, so stay cautious on the water. Things ease up tonight into a mostly overcast tomorrow.

Our culinary scene heats up right now as Virginia Beach Restaurant Week kicks off through January 25, featuring over 50 spots from the Oceanfront to Hilltop with prix fixe menus celebrating local crab, oysters, and peanuts. Grab a deal at favorites like Doc Taylor's or Tulu Seaside and tie into our heritage flavors by land and sea.

From City Hall, we note a recent court win where a city employee beat retaliation claims and got reinstated, reminding us how fair practices protect our workforce daily. Job market stays solid with around 5,000 openings listed locally, many in hospitality and tech near Lynnhaven Mall.

In real estate, median home prices hover near 450,000 dollars, up slightly, drawing buyers to neighborhoods like Kempsville. New business buzz includes the Virginia Beach Development Authority relaunching facade grants for Atlantic Avenue shops, sparking fresh looks soon.

Crime report from the past day: VBPD arrested a suspect in a malicious wounding on Witchduck Road, no serious injuries, and they urge vigilance around that area. Stay safe, folks.

Sports quick hit: Local high schools shine, with Kellam victory over Green Run in basketball last night. Upcoming, catch community events like Stars, Stripes and Spurs weekend this spring at the Farm Bureau Live amphitheater.

For a feel-good lift, Pusha T headlines a Made in Virginia market tonight in Richmond, repping our Virginia Beach rap roots with Clipse vibes. And a heartwarmer: students at Bayside High rallied to restore a beach cleanup site at Croatan Beach, picking up over 200 pounds of trash.

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