Good morning, Chesapeake.

At about 10:30 a.m. Thursday, firefighters responded to a structure fire on the 1400 block of Drayton Road near Campostella Road and brought the flames under control by 11:15 a.m.—two residents and a dog were displaced while the Red Cross helped with temporary lodging as officials found the blaze was accidental.

An 8 year old boy was taken to the hospital after being hit by a driver allegedly under the influence at Bainbridge Boulevard and Holly Avenue in Chesapeake Wednesday morning—police said the boy was not seriously injured and that the driver, 60 year old Randolph Bias, was arrested and charged with a felony for a third conviction within 10 years and with two misdemeanor counts for driving without a license and refusal to take a breathalyzer test.

An 8-year-old boy was hit by a car on Wednesday at Bainbridge Boulevard and Holly Avenue around 7:34 p.m. and was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries as the driver—60-year-old Randolph Bias—stayed on scene and was arrested, charged with a third DUI, driving after forfeiting his license, and refusing a breathalyzer test.

Kegs & Eggs Easter Celebration

7-10 p.m. — Historic Greenbrier Farms — Ticket includes 4 drink vouchers and unlimited tacos — Celebrate Easter with a festive egg hunt, DJ entertainment, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.

Gospel Brunch

12-4 p.m. — 701 Battlefield Blvd N — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful brunch with uplifting gospel music, karaoke, and fun games.

Chesapeake Spring Arts Festival 2025

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Chesapeake City Park — Free admission — Celebrate creativity at this family-friendly arts festival, rated 6th nationally by artists.

Tidewater Strider Marathon

7 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Rest Stop at Mile Post 4 — Registration required — Experience one of the flattest and fastest marathons in Virginia.

10th Annual Touch-a-Truck

10 AM – 3 PM — Greenbrier Mall — Free entry — A hands-on event where children can explore their favorite vehicles and meet the professionals behind them.

BikeFest

1-4 p.m. — Dismal Swamp Canal Trail — Free for the whole family — Celebrate Bike Month with family-friendly bike activities, food trucks, and music.