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Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Chesapeake. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA of South Hampton Roads is selling its Greenbrier North location to fund a major renovation + childcare expansion at the Greenbrier Family YMCA in Chesapeake. The branch will close on May 30 with construction scheduled to begin in early 2027 and finish by year-end. 3 WTKR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An OIG USPS audit found 26,430 delayed mail pieces at the Suffolk Post Office due to inexperienced staff and operational issues, and Rep. Kiggans wrote a letter demanding prompt reform from USPS management. The report also highlighted unsafe conditions such as improperly scanned deliveries and blocked safety equipment. 3 WTKR
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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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Chesapeake Jubilee
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Chesapeake City Park — Ticket info online — Experience a cherished community event with food, music, and a spectacular fireworks show.
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Crabbing in Chesapeake
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM — Great Bridge Lock Park — $10 per person — Discover the fun of catching Blue Crabs while learning about their biology and proper techniques.
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