Good morning, Chesapeake.

Historic Greenbrier Farms in Chesapeake will welcome visitors soon for fall festivities with a festival on September 13 and a Halloween event on September 26 after resolving permit issues earlier this year.

Neighbors eagerly await hayrides and pick-your-own produce—drawing families—at the historic farm.

Minus 9 to 5 launched a pilot program to help small business owners open family day homes in Chesapeake and across Hampton Roads to provide affordable childcare.

The initiative invests about $6,000 per location—covering fees, materials and licensing—and supports five new openings with flexible hours for parents.

Ed Reams—news director for WTKR/WGNT—has been promoted to general manager and news director effective Sept.

8, and he will continue leading the station's news efforts to serve the Hampton Roads audience.

Chesapeake Public Schools implemented new safety measures when students returned on Tuesday after a tragic incident in Minnesota heightened parental concerns—measures include a full-scale reunification exercise, expanded weapons detection in middle schools, and nearly finished police Knox Boxes. Officials said these upgrades—along with an emergency alert system and onsite police—will help keep students safe.

Thursday Night Cruise-In at Dairy Queen

3-6 p.m. — Dairy Queen Grill & Chill — Free entry — Show off your wheels and enjoy a casual afternoon with fellow car enthusiasts.

Full Moon Yoga Session

6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Holistic Treehouse — Mats provided — Experience a grounding yoga session under the enchanting full moonlight.

Black Ink: Block Party & Lit Fest

12-5 p.m. — Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library — Free entry — Celebrate storytelling with cookbooks, live performances, and interactive workshops.

Chesapeake Farmers Market

8 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Chesapeake City Park — Free entry — Explore a vibrant market filled with local produce, crafts, and meats from nearby farms.