1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (560+ words) From bestselling historians and political authors to children's storytelling workshops, August offers plenty for readers and writers across Norfolk. The school holidays bring a strong family focus this month, with creative activities at Dragon Hall, the Summer Reading Challenge continuing…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (381+ words) NORFOLK, VA. (WAVY) – During the final day of Harborfest, Sail 250, and Juneteenth celebrations in downtown Norfolk, attendees came out in full force for the last day of festivities. According to Norfolk City Manager Patrick Roberts, it was a record-breaking crowd…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (713+ words) Stevens emerged from that class with a picture of a beautiful, brightly colored sea turtle. At that moment, she fell deeply in love with art. Decades later, Stevens has combined her work as an award-winning gallery artist with teaching classes…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (46+ words) Downtown Norfolk businesses are seeing a major boost as thousands of visitors flock to the city for Sail250 Virginia, Harborfest and Juneteenth celebrations. Downtown Norfolk businesses are seeing a major boost as thousands of visitors flock to the city for Sail250 Virginia,…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (507+ words) “Two long years of silence, then a sound / A joyous echo on this hallowed ground / The long awaited news, a sacred plea / Announcing all are finally, truly free.” Those are lyrics that will reverberate when Norfolk State University student Nailah…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (1290+ words) Addy Herman (left), host of the Omaha-based podcast “Quick Draw Comedy,” listens to Tyler Chappelear perform during a live taping of the podcast during the regional comedy show at the District Event Center in downtown Norfolk on Wednesday night. District…...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago   (1144+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH — What started as an idea for a science resource room in the 1970s has grown to become the third-most visited attraction in Virginia behind Busch Gardens and Kings Dominion. In June, the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center will celebrate…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (424+ words) As someone who has lived in Virginia for more than 25 years, there are plenty of places I’ve fallen in love with, but one will always feel like home: Smith Mountain Lake. Without a doubt, the best time to visit Smith…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (478+ words) The annual Patriotic Festival, held over Memorial Day weekend, honors all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces and draws country music fans from across the region and beyond. This year’s lineup featured acts including Zach Top, Brooks & Dunn and The Red…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (321+ words) NORFOLK, Va. — A new season of Broadway hits is headed to downtown Norfolk, bringing comedy, romance and crowd-favorite musicals to the Harrison Opera House while the typical venue, Chrysler Hall, undergoes major renovations. The season opens in October with "Monty…...