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Thursday, April 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Chesapeake. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Greenbrier Mall was sold in February for $22.3 million—over three times the starting bid—and is now owned by Michael Sifen, a general contractor from Virginia Beach who purchased the 55 acres that hold most of the mall's stores. Local residents now await his plans to revive the space as declining foot traffic from online shopping has left the 82%-occupied mall in need of new life. 3 WTKR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Hampton police charged 35-year-old John Jones Jr.—the armed suspect shot after he brandished his firearm when officers responded near the 4800 block of 81st Street on Monday—with two counts of assault on a law enforcement officer, brandishing and reckless handling of a firearm, and he was treated at a hospital then released while the officers remain on leave as the investigation continues. 3 WTKR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Douglass Park Elementary in Portsmouth is offering $30,000 stipends over the next three years to attract licensed teachers and raise student achievement. At the end of the program, the district will review its impact on teacher retention, student attendance and parent involvement and may expand the initiative to other schools. 3 WTKR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Jen Kiggans wrote an opinion piece urging the Navy to base F-35 jets at NAS Oceana—she argued that adding the East Coast base will help fund needed improvements and create jobs. She said an environmental impact study will be the next step if Navy leadership commits to moving additional squadrons after initial deployments on the West Coast. 3 WTKR
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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Gospel Brunch
12-4 p.m. — 701 Battlefield Blvd N — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful brunch with uplifting gospel music, karaoke, and fun games.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Cars and Coffee Chesapeake
8-11 a.m. — Everbowl — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of coffee and camaraderie while admiring beautiful cars from various makes and eras.
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