Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
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🌲 Environment
A company running an AI recycling program in Portsmouth plans to add biochar production to treat organic waste—reducing methane emissions and saving landfill space.
The firm, which currently produces biochar in Colorado, will expand the process across Hampton Roads—helping lower waste management costs.
🎉 Chesapeake Events
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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.
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.
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.
Lavender Fire: Songbird Sessions
7-11 p.m. — WXYZ Bar & Lounge Chesapeake — Check out five talented local female singer/songwriters in this showcase of creativity and talent.
Chesapeake Ride of Silence
6:30-8:15 p.m. — Chesapeake City Park — Registration required — Honor those injured or killed while cycling on public roadways with an 8.5-mile ride.
🏠 Chesapeake Real Estate
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