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Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Chesapeake. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Suffolk city leaders announced Wanchese Fish Company will receive nearly $250,000 to expand processing lines for invasive blue catfish — an effort to boost the local economy and control Chesapeake Bay's ecosystem, expected to create 10 to 15 jobs and increase catfish yield over five years. 13 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia lawmakers proposed a 90-day gas tax suspension that may reduce costs & benefit drivers near Chesapeake by saving over 30 cents per gallon, with the measure expected to be discussed in an upcoming special session. 13 News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Chesapeake Regional hosted its second annual March Madness nursing Draft Day on Friday at its Lifestyle Health and Fitness Center, offering same-day job interviews and job offers to nearly 30 nursing candidates. The event used an innovative approach to help address the national nursing shortage. 3 WTKR
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Easter Egg Hunt and Vendor Market
10 AM – 3 PM — Hickory Ridge Farm — $5.50 ticket for kids — Enjoy egg hunting, food trucks, and local artisan vendors for a fun family day.
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Chesapeake Recycles Day
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Western Branch High School — Free entry — Partnering with local services to recycle a wide variety of items in Chesapeake.
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Chesapeake Arts Festival
1-5 p.m. — Chesapeake City Park — Free entry — Celebrate the arts with exquisite artwork, live music, and culinary delights at a vibrant community festival.
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Tidewater Strider Marathon
7 a.m. — Rest Stop at Mile Post 4 — Registration fee varies — Experience one of the flattest and fastest marathons in Virginia.
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