Portsmouth-based Mercy Chefs has deployed to Maui to help those affected by the catastrophic wildfires on the island. On one of its first days, the team packed hundreds of meals into their cars to make meal deliveries in areas of great need. According to a Facebook post, volunteers “went into parks and neighborhoods where people,…… Read More
Norfolk’s NEON District is on the hunt for a mural artist for a big job. The new mural space will be located at Granby Street and Brambleton Avenue, a spot with more than 40,000 cars passing by a day. They’re looking for a mural that is welcoming to all, energetic and exciting. A $10,000 stipend…… Read More
The City of Virginia Beach and Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation has announced a new free event series at Williams Farm Park this summer. Parks After Dark will begin on June 8 and run to Aug. 26 featuring live music, movies, lawn games, food trucks, and more. The new initiative was created to help establish…… Read More
The Virginia Zoo’s newly-renovated Asia: Trail of the Tiger boardwalk is to re-open to guests on June 23, 2023! The Zoo announced there will be a special preview for members will be available during Member Night on June 22 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.! In addition to the renovated boardwalk, the Zoo shared that a…… Read More
Starbucks is welcoming summer with the new Chocolate Java Mint Frappuccino and the White Chocolate Macadamia Cream Cold Brew! Starbucks describes the Chocolate Java Mint Frappuccino® as “reminiscent of mint chocolate chip ice cream poolside on a warm summer day.” The blended beverage features Starbucks Frappuccino roast coffee, sweet chocolate, and refreshing mint flavors with…… Read More
Virginia Beach residents are recovering after a tornado touched down on Sunday, April 30, at approximately 5:58 p.m. The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-3 level tornado in the area of River Road and N. Great Neck Road. The path was approximately 4.5 miles long, from the Eastern Branch of the Lynnhaven River to Fort…… Read More
A state of emergency was declared in Virginia Beach following a tornado that touched down in Great Bridge on Sunday.… Read More
Earlier this month, Bed, Bath & Beyond announced they would be closing all US stores due to filing bankruptcy. They stopped accepting their famous “20% Off” coupons this week. But if you haven’t tossed them yet, two other retailers announced THEY will accept them. You can use them at Big Lots through May 7th, and…… Read More
DarKoaster, North America’s first all-indoor straddle coaster, will be available exclusively to Members for early ride access on select dates starting May 11 at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. The park’s tenth roller coaster will open to all park visitors on May 19. DarKoaster is North America’s first all-indoor straddle coaster! While riding DarKoaster, thrill seekers embark…… Read More