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Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Good morning, Chesapeake. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A paralyzed Navy veteran, Robert Ballard, and his family moved into a 2,900-square-foot specially adapted home in Chesapeake on Wednesday built by the Gary Sinise Foundation through its R.I.S.E. Program—designed with smart technology to help him adjust after a helicopter crash in January 2021. 13 News Now
- ➤ Chesapeake opened a new Fire Station 8 on Shipyard Road — replacing the old station on George Washington Highway. The 17,000-square-foot building has four apparatus bays — and a training pond to help firefighters respond quickly in the growing Deep Creek area. 13 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A government shutdown has furloughed nearly two-thirds of National Park Service workers—impacting key Hampton Roads sites like Fort Monroe, Historic Jamestowne, and Colonial National Historical Park. Some areas remain open, but tours and programs have been cancelled until funding is restored. 13 News Now
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Renaissance Faire at Major Hillard Library
11 AM – 4 PM — Major Hillard Library — Free entry — Experience merriment with storytelling, shopping, and shows at this enchanting Renaissance Faire.
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Emma - The Play (Preview)
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Wells Theatre — Tickets from $88 — Experience a captivating preview of the beloved classic, Emma, at the historic Wells Theatre.
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VMware vSphere 8.0 Skill Up Training/Class
Mon-Fri, Oct 27-31 — Senora Angels Training Center — $2400 — Dive into expert-led VMware training to enhance your IT skills.
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Chesapeake Farmers' Market
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Chesapeake City Park — Free entry — Explore a variety of local produce, flowers, and artisanal goods at this vibrant community market.
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