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Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Chesapeake. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A study shows Virginia households spent over $253M on gas last month as prices rose to an average of $4.06 a gallon, up 20 cents from last week. Local auto shops report steady work + experts say global tensions and spring travel are boosting demand. 13 News Now
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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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Khedive Motor Corps Shrimp Feast
ALL YOU CAN EAT Shrimp Feast — 1-7 p.m. — Khedive Shrine Center — Tickets limited — Dive into fried and steamed shrimp with live entertainment and fun activities for the whole family.
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